Effect of Application of Npk and Boron on Yield Attributes of Maize (Zea Mays L.) and Other Crops and Influence of Soil Properties: A Review

Abstract

Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium plays a significant role on yield of crops, Boron being a micro nutrient also plays a significant impact on crop yield, the paper review the work conducted on NPK and Boron on Maize and other crops like Rice, chilli and wheat among others. Soil properties affecting the performance of the nutrients were also reviewed. Most of the work cited reported a significant influence of nutrients application.

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M. L Bubarai, T. Thomas

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M. L Bubarai, T. Thomas (2017). Effect of Application of Npk and Boron on Yield Attributes of Maize (Zea Mays L.) and Other Crops and Influence of Soil Properties: A Review. International Journal of Agricultural Science and Research (IJASR), 7(6), 297-302. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-251805