A review of the role of sulfur (S) in crop production is presented, with a particular emphasis
on major crops including corn (Zea mays L.), rice (Oryza sativa L.), and wheat (Triticum …

Nutrient imbalance (ie, deficiency and toxicity) of microelements is an outstanding
environmental issue that influences each aspect of ecosystems. Although the crucial roles of …

The functions of iron, manganese, copper, zinc, nickel, molybdenum, boron, and chlorine in
plants are discussed. Iron (Fe) plays a crucial role in redox systems in cells and various …

Interaction among plant nutrients can yield antagonistic or synergistic outcomes that
influence nutrient use efficiency. To provide insight on this phenomenon, peer-reviewed …

Abstract Background Selenium (Se) is an essential mineral element for animals and
humans, which they acquire largely from plants. The Se concentration in edible plants is …

Most of the heavy metals (HMs), and metals/metalloids are released into the nature either by
natural phenomenon or anthropogenic activities. Being sessile organisms, plants are …

The importance of selenium (Se) for medicine, industry and the environment is increasingly
apparent. Se is essential for many species, including humans, but toxic at elevated …

Under the changing climatic conditions, one of the most pressing issues in wheat production
is the improvement of the yield quality, the lack of which has a negative impact on animal …

Box 9E. 1 Continued FIGURE 2. The C–S–R triangle model (Grime 1979). The strategies at
the three corners are C, competiti-winning species; S, stress-tolerating s-cies; R …

This new edition provides current information on the nutritional requirements of world crops.
It presents research on the acquisition, accumulation, transport, and functions of chemical …