Abd Al Karim Jaafar

Effects of organic amendments on greenhouse gas emissions and productivity of mungbean under subtropical field conditions

Abstract Background Agricultural practices contribute a significant proportion of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, notably carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) and nitrous oxide (N 2 O) released through the application of fertilizers. Organic amendments have the potential to support sustainable...

Effect of iron-chelated humic acid on maize growth, yield and iron biofortification in calcareous soil

Abstract In alkaline calcareous soils, iron (Fe) deficiency is common and can restrict crop production and the nutritional quality of grain due to reduced Fe solubility and plant availability under high pH and CaCO 3 . Chelation of Fe sources such as iron sulfate (FeSO 4 ) and ir...