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Glass fertilizer beads could be a sustained nutrient delivery system

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Agricultural fertilizers are critical for feeding the world's population, restoring soil fertility and sustaining crops. Excessive and inefficient use of those resources can present an environmental threat, contaminating waterways and generating greenhouse gases such as nitrous oxide. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Agricultural Science & Technology have addressed those challenges with glass fertilizer beads. The beads control nutrient release…

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Glass fertilizer beads could be a sustained nutrient delivery system

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Glass Fertilizer Beads: A Promising Solution for Sustained Nutrient

Researchers have long sought innovative solutions to combat the challenges posed by traditional agricultural practices, particularly when it comes to fertilizers. Agricultural fertilizers are indispensable in modern farming, as they provide essential nutrients that plants require for growth. However, the drawbacks of conventional fertilizers have come to light, particularly their contribution to environmental degradation. Factors such as nutrien…

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