Biopolymer Hydrogel Based on Acid Whey and Cellulose Derivatives for Enhancement Water Retention Capacity of Soil and Slow Release of Fertilizers
This study describes the development of a renewable and biodegradable biopolymer-based hydrogel for application in agriculture and horticulture as a soil conditioning agent and for release of a nutrient or fertilizer. The novel product is based on a combination of cellulose derivatives (carboxymethy...
Main Authors: | Silvie Durpekova, Antonio Di Martino, Miroslava Dusankova, Petra Drohsler, Vladimir Sedlarik |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-09-01
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Series: | Polymers |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/19/3274 |
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