Nitrogen Supply and Management in Organic Farming (original) (raw)
Briggs, Stephen (2008) Nitrogen Supply and Management in Organic Farming. Institute of Organic Training and Advice (IOTA), Craven Arms .
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Summary in the original language of the document
This topic review aims to summarise knowledge and experience of Nitrogen supply and management in organic farming systems, including : Nitrogen fixation; Nitrogen recycling; the effect of the length of the fertility building phase or ley and the effect of green cover management; green manures – type and management; soil management; the impact of undersowing; seasonality of crops and the impact of manure use and management. It is based on a review of the organic research commissioned by Defra and that undertaken elsewhere and incorporates field experiences in the conclusions.
| EPrint Type: | Report |
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| Keywords: | Organic farming system, soil, nitrogen supply, nitrogen fixation, nitrogen recycling, green manures, organic manures, crop rotation |
| Subjects: | Soil > Nutrient turnover Farming Systems > Farm nutrient management Crop husbandry > Composting and manuring |
| Research affiliation: | UK > Institute of Organic Training and Advice (IOTA) UK > Other organizations United Kingdom UK > Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) |
| Related Links: | http://www.organicadvice.org.uk/index.htm |
| Deposited By: | Measures, Mr Mark |
| ID Code: | 13557 |
| Deposited On: | 06 Aug 2008 |
| Last Modified: | 12 Apr 2010 07:37 |
| Document Language: | English |
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Not peer-reviewed |
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