Effects of Nitrogen Fertilization and Soil Water Content on Seed and Oil Yield in Perennial Castor in a Mediterranean Environment

Castor (<i>Ricinus communis</i> L.) is an oilseed species that can be grown as a semi-perennial in Mediterranean environments, including the coastal areas of Sicily. The present study investigated the optimization of cultivation techniques for castor, with the crop being maintained over...

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Main Authors: Silvio Calcagno, Alessandra Piccitto, Cristina Patanè, Salvatore L. Cosentino, Giorgio Testa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Agronomy
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4395/13/4/1070