Resources for Crop Nutrition
We have a number of specialised facilities to support studies on soil and nutrient management.
Our facilities include:
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Site with depleted P & K status for soil nutrient studies
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Over 6 hectares available annually for field vegetable and associated trials work (with irrigation)
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Precision fertiliser application technology
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Hydroponic and Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) growing facilities for accurate supply of nutrient
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Non-destructive root growth assessment facilities
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On-site soil and plant analytical laboratory
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Compost mixing equipment
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Rhizotrons (for examining roots in situ)
If you are interested in accessing our facilities please contact Sally dot Mann at warwick dot ac dot uk
Research expertise:
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Rob Lillywhite - the nitrogen nutrition of crops and the release of nitrogen from crop residues. |
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Miriam Gifford - nodulation in plants, improving nitrogen use efficiency. |
Find out about our Crop Nutrition Research
If you are interested in working with us please contact Robert dot Lillywhite at warwick dot ac dot uk
![]() Crop trials |
![]() Compost application studies |
![]() Fertiliser trials |