Document Type : Article Review
Authors
- Rawaa Mohammed Ibrahim 1
- Rawa Abdul-hussein Abdul-hussein 1
- Zainab Jarallah Al-Mosawi 1
- Wisam Mohammed Abd 2
1 Unit of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Research – College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences – University of Baghdad
2 Department of Soil Sciences and Water Resources – College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences – University of Baghdad
Abstract
Globally, cucumber is a popular vegetable grown for its nutrients, large amount of water, and economic value. More people interested in sustainable and healthy farming have encouraged use of organic fertilizers. The study provides a summary of recent results about how using organic and integrated fertilizers affects cucumber growth, yields, quality and antioxidants. It has been seen that using organic fertilizers increases growth of plants, leads to better flowering and fruiting, improves soil texture and boosts microbial activity. The quality of fruit is enhanced by organic ingredients, for factors such as its size, weight, texture, length of stay on shelves and antioxidants it contains. Moreover mixture of plant nutrients in organic and inorganic fertilizers leads to results where nutrients are quickly accessible and soil remains fertile for a long period. Sciences also analyze how antioxidant production is increased through a better supply of nutrients and more impressive physiological reactions. The review stresses that by using organic fertilizers on crops, you can boost production and protect environment and food produced. It would be beneficial to study how best to use mixture of fertilizers and followed by tracking their effects over time.
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