Leaf Net Photosynthesis, Leaf Greenness, and Shoot Lignin Content of Nonbearing Pecan Trees at Two Nitrogen and Nickel Application Rates
Abstract In recent years, nickel (Ni) deficiency symptoms has been observed in commercial pecan [Carya illinoinensis (Wangenh.) K. Koch.] orchards in New Mexico. Nickel deficiency can cause a reduction in lignin formation, which could affect the risk for breakage on pecan tree shoots. Ni deficiency...
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American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS)
2020-01-01
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| Series: | HortScience |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.ashs.org/hortsci/view/journals/hortsci/55/2/article-p231.xml |