Root Development of Winter Wheat as Influenced by Soil Moisture and Nitrogen Fertilization1
- 1 January 1957
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Agronomy Journal
- Vol. 49 (1) , 20-26
- https://doi.org/10.2134/agronj1957.00021962004900010005x
Abstract
Synopsis: Root development of winter wheat was studied in central Nebraska. Depth of soil moisture and rate of nitrogen fertilization were variables. A dense network of roots developed in soil when soil moisture tension was above 15 atmospheres. When moisture conditions were favorable, roots were observed at a depth of 13 feet. There was evidence of moisture depletion to a depth of 8 feet. Nitrogen fertilization increased root weights and moisture utilization at all moisture levels.Keywords
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