Assessment of the effects of NPK fertilizer on edible yield and agro-biological parameters in a cowpea–amaranth intercrop

IntroductionEstimates indicate that food and nutritional demand in sub-Saharan African nutrient-poor soils will exceed the high population demand. Vegetables such as amaranth and cowpea are key in contributing to food and nutritional security. Fertilizers are used to mitigate low nutrient levels in...

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Main Authors: Buhlebelive Mndzebele, Bhekumthetho Ncube, Melake Fessehazion, Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi, Albert Thembinkosi Modi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fsufs.2023.1210984/full