Yield and quality of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in response to fertilizer application in China: A meta-analysis

• Published in: Frontiers in plant science Vol. 13; p. 1051725
• Main Authors: Wan, Weifan, Li, Yuejin, Li, Haigang
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland Frontiers Media S.A 23.11.2022
• Subjects: acid detergent fibre; alfalfa; crude protein; fertilizer application; Plant Science; quality; yield; alfalfa; neutral detergent fibre; yield; meta-analysis; acid detergent fibre; crude protein; fertilizer application; quality

In China, alfalfa ( L.) often grows in marginal land with poor soil fertility and suboptimal climate conditions. Alfalfa production cannot meet demands both in yield and quality. It is necessary to apply fertilizers to achieve high yields and produce high-quality alfalfa in China. However, there is...