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Borax, Borates, And Other Boron-Carrying Compounds, Harold F. Miller
Borax, Borates, And Other Boron-Carrying Compounds, Harold F. Miller
Agronomy Notes
Boron is available on the market in a number of different compounds. Since the amount of boron contained in each compound is different, the concentration will determine the rate required per acre. Frequently, all of these boron-containing compounds are erroneously referred to as borax (11.36 percent boron).
Fertilizer-Insecticide Mixtures On Tobacco Plant Beds And Fields, George D. Corder, R. L. Miller
Fertilizer-Insecticide Mixtures On Tobacco Plant Beds And Fields, George D. Corder, R. L. Miller
Agronomy Notes
Fertility and insect control programs have a major influence on tobacco production. The proper amounts and kinds of fertilizers and insecticides properly placed will make production more economical on beds and fields if either or both are needed.
Is a fertilizer-insecticide mix the best way to meet the fertility needs and t he insecticide needs on tobacco? The following questions and answers should help show how the decision was reached that this method is not recommended.