VIDEO PODCAST: Nitrate or Ammonium Nutrition - Does it Matter?

In this video episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen , Director of Agronomy for Yara in North America, delves into the crucial topic of nitrogen nutrition in crops. He discusses the physiological preference of most common crops for nitrate nutrition over ammonium, explaining how the ionic charge of the nitrogen molecule impacts plant growth and soil conditions. Rob highlights various research findings, including those from Dr. Dharma Pichay at Tennessee State University, demonstrating the negative effects of ammonium on a range of crops such as almonds, apricots, tobacco, strawberries, and tomatoes. He emphasizes the goal of Yara to provide optimal crop nutrition through their nitrate-based fertilizers, ensuring plants reach their full potential. Tune in to learn more about the significance of nitrate nutrition and how it can enhance crop performance.

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VIDEO PODCAST: Nitrate or Ammonium Nutrition - Does it Matter? is an episode from Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast by Yara Crop Nutrition.

This episode is 06:45 long.

This episode was published on Jul 30, 2024.

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