Integrated Nutrient Management of Fruits, Vegetables, and Crops through the Use of Biostimulants, Soilless Cultivation, and Traditional and Modern Approaches—A Mini Review

The increasing population, its requirements for food, and the environmental impact of the excessive use of inputs make crop production a pressing challenge. Integrated nutrient management (INM) has emerged as a critical solution by maximizing nutrient availability and utilization for crops and veget...

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Published in:	Agriculture
Main Authors:	Awais Ali, Genhua Niu, Joseph Masabni, Antonio Ferrante, Giacomo Cocetta
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-08-01
Subjects:	aeroponics aquaponics hydroponics soil improvement sustainable agriculture
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/14/8/1330

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