Conventional and Alternative Fertilization of Crops
A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Soil and Plant Nutrition".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 October 2025 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editors
Interests: sustainable agriculture; soil fertility; fertilizers; organic farming; vermicomposting
Interests: agronomy; agriculture; agrotechnics; nutrients; fertilization; crop plants; seed quality
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Dear Colleagues,
Mineral fertilizers have transformed agriculture by delivering nutrients in readily available forms, leading to substantial yield improvements. However, their overuse has caused environmental issues such as soil degradation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Organic fertilizers, rich in humus and beneficial microorganisms, enhance soil structure and provide sustained fertility. A combined approach integrating mineral and organic fertilizers balances high crop performance with environmental sustainability.
This Special Issue focuses on innovative fertilization strategies, emphasizing the synergy between mineral and organic inputs and advancements in precision agriculture, such as soil and yield mapping, to optimize nutrient management. Topics include the environmental impacts of fertilization, nutrient cycling, and integrated approaches to enhance soil health and productivity.
We seek research articles, reviews, and case studies addressing comparative fertilizer analyses, precision fertilization technologies, and sustainable practices. Contributions should aim to advance interdisciplinary solutions for sustainable crop production and soil management.
Dr. Anita Zapałowska
Dr. Wacław Jarecki
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- mineral fertilization
- organic fertilization
- integrated nutrient management
- soil health
- crop productivity
- precision agriculture
- fertilizer optimization
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