Leandro José Grava de Godoy
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View article: Phenotypic variation in upland rice genotypes: A good strategy to increase yield and reduce food insecurity
Phenotypic variation in upland rice genotypes: A good strategy to increase yield and reduce food insecurity Open
Rice is one of the main cereal crops and is present in the staple diet of more than 2 billion people worldwide. By 2050, food production is expected to increase by 60 to 110% to meet people's demand for food. One of the main challenges of …
View article: Humic acid in the production of ornamental lawn plugs and shading levels in the development of Carpet grass
Humic acid in the production of ornamental lawn plugs and shading levels in the development of Carpet grass Open
The use of biostimulants has been studied as a technology that improves the cultivation of plant species and could therefore be an option for producing turfgrass seedlings. Furthermore, Carpet grass is recommended for semi-shaded locations…
View article: AGRONOMIC PERFORMANCE OF CONILON COFFEE CLONES IN THE HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE OF REGISTRO, VALE DO RIBEIRA, SP, BRAZIL
AGRONOMIC PERFORMANCE OF CONILON COFFEE CLONES IN THE HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE OF REGISTRO, VALE DO RIBEIRA, SP, BRAZIL Open
Coffee, a globally traded and profitable commodity, is pivotal in many countries' economies and social development. In the Vale do Ribeira, a region of significant socio-environmental importance, coffee farming has the potential to boost l…
View article: Increased efficiency fertilizers in arabica coffee growth in Vale do Ribeira, SP
Increased efficiency fertilizers in arabica coffee growth in Vale do Ribeira, SP Open
Controlled-release fertilizers have been increasingly used. This study aimed to evaluate and adapt new technologies applied via soil for sustainable coffee production, in order to generate information that contribute to the technical innov…
View article: Biostimulant in the production of lawn seedlings and plant growth regulators in the development of Carpet grass
Biostimulant in the production of lawn seedlings and plant growth regulators in the development of Carpet grass Open
Biostimulants such as seaweed extract can be strong allies in the formation of lawn plugs, as they assist in several physiological processes in the plant. At the same time, shoot mowing is the main factor in the maintenance cost of turfgra…
View article: Production of Dieffenbachia sp. using controlled release, organic or organomineral fertilizers
Production of Dieffenbachia sp. using controlled release, organic or organomineral fertilizers Open
Dieffenbachia sp. is one of the most used plants in pots for decoration. There is little technical information about its production. The appropriate use of fertilizers and balanced fertilization is one of the main production factors that h…
View article: Biostimulants in initial Growth of DiscoveryTM Bermudagrass
Biostimulants in initial Growth of DiscoveryTM Bermudagrass Open
The use of bacteria and seaweed extracts as biostimulants to enhance plant growth holds promise for sustainable turfgrass management. This study aimed to investigate the effects of soil application of Azospirillum brasilense (bacterium) an…
View article: Digital imaging of coffee leaves under different nitrogen concentrations applied to soil
Digital imaging of coffee leaves under different nitrogen concentrations applied to soil Open
Brazil is the largest Coffea arabica L. producer and exporter in the world market. In view of the need for nitrogen fertilization, the objective of this work was to evaluate the use of digital images of coffee leaves as a function of nitro…
View article: Controlled release, organic or organomineral fertilizers for areca palm production
Controlled release, organic or organomineral fertilizers for areca palm production Open
The areca palm is an ornamental plant widely used in Brazil for decoration and landscaping. The proper use of fertilizers and balanced fertilization are among the main factors that promote the rapid development of these plants and affect t…
View article: Influence of irrigation frequency and nitrogen concentration on Tifway 419 bermudagrass in Brazil
Influence of irrigation frequency and nitrogen concentration on Tifway 419 bermudagrass in Brazil Open
Tifway 419 Bermudagrass is widely used on athletic fields, requiring irrigation and fertilization for its maintenance; however, little information is available for Bermudagrass management in tropical countries, as Brazil. Thus, this study …
View article: Effects on soil chemical attributes and cotton yield from ammonium sulfate and cover crops
Effects on soil chemical attributes and cotton yield from ammonium sulfate and cover crops Open
Fertilizer use in no-till systems must be aligned with a correct interpretation of soil chemical attributes and crop demands. The objectives of this work were evaluate the effects of pre-sowing application of ammonium sulfate (AS) and of c…
View article: Mombaça grass yield as a function of nitrogen fertilization based on the use of the chlorophyll meter
Mombaça grass yield as a function of nitrogen fertilization based on the use of the chlorophyll meter Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the yield and agronomic efficiency of mombaça grass achieved with the management of nitrogen fertilization, based on the nitrogen sufficiency index (NSI) calculated using measurements obtained wi…
View article: NITROGEN FERTILIZATION OF PAIAGUÁS GRASS: PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION
NITROGEN FERTILIZATION OF PAIAGUÁS GRASS: PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION Open
Nitrogen (N) is a nutrient associated with the development of plant shoots, which makes it a vitally important element for the maintenance and sustainability of pasture. The goal of this study was to evaluate the effects of nitrogen fertil…
View article: Nutrients exportation by Tifdwarf bermudagrass from golf course greens
Nutrients exportation by Tifdwarf bermudagrass from golf course greens Open
One of the management techniques used in greens (final areas of the holes) of golf course is the fertilizer. To correct fertilization program of these areas should know the consumption of nutrients throughout the plant cycle. The objective…
View article: Lawn irrigation with domestic wastewater by subsurface drip or sprinkling
Lawn irrigation with domestic wastewater by subsurface drip or sprinkling Open
To maintain the quality of a lawn and allow it to perform its functions (esthetics, enhancement of property, reduction of air temperature, etc.) efficient use of irrigation and adequate fertilization are necessary. The use of wastewater fr…
View article: Sod production in Brazil
Sod production in Brazil Open
The history of sod production in Brazil is somewhat recent when compared with conventional agricultural crops. This review describes the beginning of sod production in Brazil and the introduction of Emerald grass, as well as the emergence …
View article: Soil correction for planting bermudagrass using steel slag or limestone
Soil correction for planting bermudagrass using steel slag or limestone Open
Limestone is the most commonly used acidity-correction agent in tropical soils. However, steel slag can be an alternative for turfgrass production areas because it contains silicon, which can increase turfgrass tolerance to biotic and/or a…
View article: Turfs and Turfgrasses in Brazil
Turfs and Turfgrasses in Brazil Open
The turf has always been and it is present in our lives. Many people have a lawn in their home, in front or at the bottom of the property, valuing the house, providing oxygen, cooling the environment, bringing more comfort to everyone. If …
View article: Chemical characteristics of soil after application of tannery sludge as fertilizer in the sugarcane plant crop
Chemical characteristics of soil after application of tannery sludge as fertilizer in the sugarcane plant crop Open
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of applying tannery sludge as fertilizer in the sugarcane plant crop and its impact on soil chemical characteristics. The soil in the experimental area was classified as dystrophic red latos…
View article: Controlled-release fertilizer in the first banana crop cycle
Controlled-release fertilizer in the first banana crop cycle Open
High doses of fertilizers are used in the fertilization of the first cycle of banana crops. These doses are divided in the cycle to reduce losses and applied manually, requiring a great number of people. The objective of this study was to …
View article: Sod production and the effects of liquid organo-mineral fertilizers and thickness of sod
Sod production and the effects of liquid organo-mineral fertilizers and thickness of sod Open
Nitrogen fertilization and an appropriate cutting thickness can result in firmer sod that can be handled in less time with greater turfgrass regrowth during the subsequent cycle. This experiment was conducted on a sod production farm locat…
View article: DETERMINATION OF GROWTH AND NUTRIENT ACCUMULATION IN BELLA VISTA ONION
DETERMINATION OF GROWTH AND NUTRIENT ACCUMULATION IN BELLA VISTA ONION Open
Knowledge of the nutrient uptake by crops at different stages of growth may provide the basis for rational application of fertilizers, which may lead to reduced production costs and improved use of fertilizers by plants. Based on this know…
View article: Agronomic performance of mini tomatoes hybrids in different training systems and number of stems
Agronomic performance of mini tomatoes hybrids in different training systems and number of stems Open
Currently, Brazil is configured between the world's largest producers of tomato. This production is directed both for the industry and for fresh consumption. Among the different tomatoes groups, mini tomatoes shows a production growth in r…
View article: Sod production and the effects of liquid organo-mineral fertilizers and thickness of sod
Sod production and the effects of liquid organo-mineral fertilizers and thickness of sod Open
Nitrogen fertilization and an appropriate cutting thickness can result in firmer sod that can be handled in less time with greater turfgrass regrowth during the subsequent cycle. This experiment was conducted on a sod production farm locat…
View article: Germination Response of Ornamental Pine Seeds on a Two-Way Thermogradient Plate
Germination Response of Ornamental Pine Seeds on a Two-Way Thermogradient Plate Open
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of temperature on germination of Pinus tabuliformis Carrière seed, Pinus gerardiana Wall. ex D. Don and Pinus roxburghii Sarg. Seeds of three species were distributed in Petri dishes w…
View article: DETERMINATION OF GROWTH AND NUTRIENT ACCUMULATION IN BELLA VISTA ONION
DETERMINATION OF GROWTH AND NUTRIENT ACCUMULATION IN BELLA VISTA ONION Open
Knowledge of the nutrient uptake by crops at different stages of growth may provide the basis for rational application of fertilizers, which may lead to reduced production costs and improved use of fertilizers by plants. Based on this know…
View article: SOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRIENT EXTRACTION BY EMERALD ZOYSIAGRASS WITH SPLIT NITROGEN APPLICATIONS
SOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRIENT EXTRACTION BY EMERALD ZOYSIAGRASS WITH SPLIT NITROGEN APPLICATIONS Open
Nitrogen is the nutrient that provides the best grass growth responses, and proper nitrogen fertilization can enable the formation of sod in less time and firm enough to be handled after harvest. The aim of this study was to evaluate produ…
View article: Accumulation and biomass partition and nutrients per tropical ornamental plants grown in Ribeira Valley region
Accumulation and biomass partition and nutrients per tropical ornamental plants grown in Ribeira Valley region Open
For many ornamental plants there are no fertilization tables in Brazil and growers use, inappropriately, the same fertilizing for different species of ornamental plants. A first step is to know the nutrient uptake by these plants. The obje…