Agricultural and Biological Sciences
3 years ago

Biochar and fertilizer boost cowpea yields, transforming food security in Nigeria.

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Effect of Biochar and NPK Fertilizer on Growth and Yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) in the Sudan Savannah Zone of Nigeria
Sanusi Abdu Yusif, Nurhayati Abdullahi, Mahmoud Mohammed, Adegbite, S. L. Abdurrahaman, Nafiu Garba Hayatu, Abubakar Halilu Girei, I. Idris

Paper Summary

Biochar and NPK fertilizer were tested on cowpea growth in Nigeria. Using biochar and NPK together significantly improved plant growth and yield. This shows that combining biochar and NPK can help increase cowpea production in the area.

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