2021
DOI: 10.1002/agj2.20920
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Maize and sorghum root growth and yield when intercropped with forage grasses

Abstract: Integrated crop–livestock systems that intercrop forage crops with grain crops are effective for increasing forage production and improving nutrient cycling and soil health. However, the potential for root competition when maize (Zea mays L.) and sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] are intercropped with forages in sandy soils is unknown. The objectives of this study were (a) to evaluate the root growth and production characteristics of maize and sorghum intercropped with forage grasses and (b) quantify above… Show more

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“…In addition, the forage biomass was clearly decreased by the introduction of Eucalyptus in the system, and this effect was greater during months of higher soil water content and higher forage biomass production, such as April 2014 and 2015 and October 2015 (Figures 2 and 3). The competition may be higher due to the low fertility of tropical sandy soils [47]. Sandy soils have low water storage capacity, which can limit the water supply and increase competition with forage grasses [48,49].…”
Section: Forage Biomassmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In addition, the forage biomass was clearly decreased by the introduction of Eucalyptus in the system, and this effect was greater during months of higher soil water content and higher forage biomass production, such as April 2014 and 2015 and October 2015 (Figures 2 and 3). The competition may be higher due to the low fertility of tropical sandy soils [47]. Sandy soils have low water storage capacity, which can limit the water supply and increase competition with forage grasses [48,49].…”
Section: Forage Biomassmentioning
confidence: 99%