THE IMPORTANCE OF BORAX IN LEGUME SEED PRODUCTION IN THE SOUTH

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A review of current work in the south pertaining to the role of B in seed production of various legumes is given. Available B in N. Carolina soils ranges in conc. from 0.05 to 1 ppm. The supply of available soil B is inadequate in many soils to meet the needs of legume plants. Application of borax to alfalfa on several soil types increased hay and seed yields. The yield of crimson clover seed on a Cecil sandy loam soil was increased by the use of borax. Hairy vetch seed yields were increased on a Norfolk sandy soil where borax was applied. Application of borax to a Norfolk sandy loam soil increased pod formation on soybeans with a tendency to increase the yield. In tests throughout the Coastal Plain, borax additions improved grade quality of peanuts.

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