Phosphorus fertilization enhanced overwintering, root system and forage yield of late-seeded alfalfa in sodic soils

Abstract Sowing date and soil fertility are very important factors in the overwintering and production performance of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.), yet there’s a knowledge gap in knowledge on how late-seeded alfalfa responds to phosphorus (P) fertilization. A field study was conducted in Inner Mongo...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Yuntao Wang, Jihong Xie, Fan Fan, Zhen Sun, Feng Yuan, Qiqi Wang, Linqing Yu, Yaling Liu, Jie Li, Lele Cui
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2024-08-01
Subjects:	Medicago sativa L. Sowing date Phosphorus fertilization Overwintering rate Root traits Forage production
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-67087-6