2012
Evaluating the potential for blended fertilizer segregation during application with spinner spreaders
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Contributor/Checkoff:
Alabama Soybean Producers
Category:
Sustainable Production
Keywords:
Field management Nutrient managementSoil healthTillageYield trials
Parent Project:
This is the first year of this project.
Lead Principal Investigator:
John Fulton, Auburn University
Co-Principal Investigators:
Oladiran Fasina, Auburn University
Mark Hall, Auburn University
Timothy P. McDonald, Auburn University
Daniel Mullenix, Auburn University
Greg Pate, Auburn University
Amy Winstead, Auburn University
Charles W. Wood, Auburn University
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Contributing Organization (Checkoff):
Alabama Soybean Producers
(n/a)
Institution Funded:
Auburn University
(n/a)
Brief Project Summary:

The use of spinner spreaders is common in Alabama for the application of fertilizers and lime. In terms of fertilizer application, blended fertilizers are popular either to apply P-K or N-P-K blends during the fall or spring for crop production. However, the management and setup of this equipment are important to ensure uniform and accurate application of fertilizers whether a single or blended products is used. Most spinner spreader manufacturers today suggest fertilizer application widths between 70-90 feet which may increase the risk of product segregation when applying blended products.

Unique Keywords:
#crop management systems
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