Role of Soil Micronutrients in Crop Productivity and Nutritional Security
Keywords:
Nutritional Security, Soil Fertility, Crop Productivity, MicronutrientsAbstract
Micronutrients are generally required in small amounts that are essential for plant development, crop quality and productivity. This article reviews the major micronutrients, factors influencing their availability and challenges of micronutrient deficiency under intensive agriculture. Various approaches such as soil testing, fertilization in a balanced proportion, organic inputs, foliar application and site-specific management are vital to improve availability of micronutrients. Management can enhance soil health, crop productivity and nutritional quality which leads to sustainable agriculture.
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