Nitrogen and Sulfur Boost Maize Yields, Transforming Food Security for Millions
The study looked at how different levels of nitrogen and sulphur affected the growth and yield of maize plants. They tested various combinations of nitrogen and sulphur levels in the soil and found that using 140 kg/ha of nitrogen and 60 kg/ha of sulphur resulted in the best growth and highest yield of maize. This combination led to taller plants, more leaves, higher crop growth rate, and increased grain and stover yield compared to other levels tested. The soil conditions were sandy loam with neutral pH and medium levels of organic carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.