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Identifying and addressing boron deficiencies in South America

:: Monday, August 22, 2022 :: Posted By Fabiano Silvestrin
Identifying and addressing boron deficiencies in South America
Boron deficiency can significantly affect crop yields. This is especially prevalent in South America, particularly agriculture-rich Brazil, where most soils test at low levels of boron.

Palm oil’s secret ingredient: Boron

:: Monday, July 18, 2022 :: Posted By Weng Kee Ch'ng
Palm oil’s secret ingredient: Boron
As demand for palm oil continues to rise, and the option to grow more palm may seem obvious. Yet, the more sustainable answer is to increase the output and efficiency.
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