A review of research in soil fertility management and plant nutrition of cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) in Nigeria
Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, P.M.B. 5244, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2021, 11(03), 160–167
Publication history:
Received on 06 August 2021; revised on 14 September 2021; accepted on 16 September 2021
Abstract:
The paper reviewed researches conducted in soil fertility management and plant nutrition of cashew in Nigeria. It also examines the history and importance of cashew to the Nigerian economy. The paper highlights ways of improving soil fertility and plant nutrition in cashew cultivation through the use of different sources of organic fertilizers which are cheap and readily available for the farmers rather than total dependence on costly chemical fertilizers. Also highlighted, are some recommended rates of organic and inorganic fertilizers for the cultivation of cashew from research findings. The paper also discussed status of Nigeria cashew production, research efforts, achievements, constraints, and areas of possible improvement in relation to soil fertility management and plant nutrition.
Keywords:
Research; Soil fertility management; Plant nutrition; Cashew; Nigeria
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