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Research Project:
INTEGRATED HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS FOR WATER QUALITY PROTECTION AND WATER CONSERVATION
Location: Horticulture and Breeding Research
Project Number: 6618-13000-003-00
Project Type:
Appropriated
Start Date: Feb 27, 2007
End Date: Feb 26, 2012
Objective:
1. Gain fundamental knowledge of the plant-substrate-water-nutrient system to identify factors that control effects of chemical stressors and develop irrigation strategies for the efficient and effective application of poor-quality water to ornamental crops.
2. Determine effects of nutrients and pesticides on aquatic ecosystems in on-site receiving waters associated with floral and nursery operations.
Approach:
In team research, conduct fundamental and applied research in the lab and in the field to develop management practicies and production systems to conserve water, improve production, and protect the environment.
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Last Modified: 11/07/2008
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