Revolutionizing crop rotations to boost productivity and soil fertility.
The study looked at how different crop rotations and fertilizers affect crop productivity and soil health on drained soils. They found that using a mix of mineral fertilizers and by-products in crop rotations with corn can increase grain yields. Crop rotations with corn had higher yields compared to those without corn. Using organo-mineral fertilizers with by-products helped improve soil fertility and profitability. The researchers recommend adjusting crop rotations based on market conditions and farm resources. By using by-products instead of manure, farmers can maintain crop productivity and soil health without livestock.