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Navigating the world of boron fertilizers: Why Solubor is a game-changer

:: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 :: Posted By Fabiano Silvestrin
Navigating the world of boron fertilizers: Why Solubor is a game-changer
Fertilizing is an art form for anyone deeply involved in agriculture. The balance of nutrients, the type of fertilizers, and their application methods can make or break your yield. If you're specifically looking for a boron fertilizer for foliar application, U.S. Borax is here to help you understand why Solubor might be an excellent fit for your needs.

The importance of boron for mineral nutrition in corn cultivation

:: Monday, October 16, 2023 :: Posted By Abigail Jiang
The importance of boron for mineral nutrition in corn cultivation
Corn is the most widely distributed and productive cereal crop among all cereal grain crops in the world. Together with rice and wheat, maize provides around 35% of the food calories to at least 4.5 billion people in 94 developing countries.

Availability of boron in Brazilian soils

:: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 :: Posted By Eduardo Saldanha
Availability of boron in Brazilian soils
Low pH soil is a good indication of boron (B) deficiency. In general, the tropical regions of the world have old and weathered soils with low organic matter. These conditions are favorable to the loss of various nutrients by leaching, especially boron.
 

Celebrating the heart of American agriculture: Family farms

:: Friday, September 8, 2023 :: Posted By Roger Gunning
Celebrating the heart of American agriculture: Family farms
In the vast and ever-evolving landscape of American agriculture, one steadfast presence remains the backbone of rural communities and the source of our nation's food security: Family farms.
 

App empowers cotton farmers in Brazil

:: Wednesday, August 23, 2023 :: Posted By Eduardo Saldanha
App empowers cotton farmers in Brazil
Brazil, renowned for its thriving cotton industry, faces a pressing challenge that can impact crop yields and profitability: Boron deficiency. To equip farmers with valuable tools for combating this issue, the Cotton App empowers cotton farmers across Brazil.

Boron in soybean nutrition: Accumulation curve and high agronomic efficiency fertilizer

:: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 :: Posted By Fabiano Silvestrin
Boron in soybean nutrition: Accumulation curve and high agronomic efficiency fertilizer
Scientific research over the years has studied the patterns of absorption, partitioning, and remobilization of nutrients in soybean cultivation. In recent years, studies have shown that the potential for nutrient accumulation—including boron—has increased significantly due to current high productivity levels.

Arsenic in fertilizers

:: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 :: Posted By Fabiano Silvestrin
Arsenic in fertilizers
Arsenic (As) is a naturally occurring, toxic heavy metal dispersed in the environment through a variety of industrial, mining, and agricultural activities. High levels of arsenic can cause toxicity in cultivated plants and potential soil pollution.

Boosting pulse production in India: The power of boron

:: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 :: Posted By Punit Antal
Boosting pulse production in India: The power of boron
The role of pulses in India's economy is integral to its food security. Boron is an essential micronutrient required for the growth and development of plants and boron deficiency in soil can lead to reduced crop yields and poor-quality produce.

Availability of boron to plants

:: Monday, June 12, 2023 :: Posted By Eduardo Saldanha
Availability of boron to plants
Soil plays a major role in determining the availability of boron in plants. Boron is taken up by plant roots from the soil solution. Learn about the science behind boron adsorption and deficiency.

Unlocking the potential of boron in China’s agriculture market

:: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 :: Posted By Abigail Jiang
Unlocking the potential of boron in China’s agriculture market
Agriculture plays a significant role in many Asian economies, including China—one of the world's largest agricultural countries. The agriculture industry in China continuously searches for ways to increase crop yields to meet the growing demand for food at home and commodity crops abroad.
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