Fagbenro J. A.

Department of Crop Production, Soils and Environmental Management, Bowen University, P.M.B. 284, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria

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Research Article Vol. 26, Issue 2

Effects of Post - Treated and Incubated Gliricidia Biochar Samples on the Growth of Maize Seedlings

Fagbenro J. A.^*, Ajilowura J.O., Sangoyomi T.E., Oshunsanya S.O., Aliku Oreva

Biochar (pyrolyzed biomass) has been shown to have potential in increasing crop yield. There is, however, a dearth of information in Nigeria on the effect of post-treated biochar samples on plant growth in different soil types. The objective of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of nutrient-enhanced and incubated Gliricidia biochar on ...

Aug, 2016 Vol. 26, Issue 2 244 views 460 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 23, Issue 1

The Relevance of Biochar Technology to Sustainable Soil Productivity and Crop Production in Organic Farming Systems

Fagbenro J. A.^*, O. A. Onawumi

The desire for sustainable and productive agriculture is universal but the means to progress towards it remains elusive. This is why organic farming, as a more sustainable form of agriculture than the conventional type, is being advocated by various organizations the world over. However, the organic farming system, as it is currently practised, is ...

Apr, 2013 Vol. 23, Issue 1 255 views 575 downloads

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