Environmental & Analytical Toxicology

Department of Food Toxicology and Contaminants, National Research Centre, Giza, Egypt

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Optimal Nitrogen Management Techniques for Cacao Nursery Production Using Sensor-Based Smart Agriculture
  Author(s): Irfana Khan*
  
  Given the difficulties posed by nutrient run-off, reducing fertilizer costs and ensuring environmental sustainability are crucial issues. In order to accomplish these objectives, smart technologies like optical sensors are absolutely necessary. This study used optical sensor technology to monitor the chlorophyll content of cacao samples taken in a nursery setting to determine the most effective fertilizer regime. The slow-released fertilizer 8N-3P-9K was applied at 15 grams, 15 grams (supplemented with +15 grams applied twice), 15 grams (+15 grams), 30 grams (+15 grams applied twice) and 45 grams (+15 grams applied twice). Over the course of six months, the plant height, number of leaves, total nitrogen of leachate samples and the total nitrogen and total carbon contents of the leaf and soil samples were evaluated. Chlorophyll content was measured using optical.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2161-0525.2023.13.697

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