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The Influence of Peat Soil on Crop Quality
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Date Issued
1971
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Abstract
Peat has a good potential for crop growth because of its many excellent physical properties, e.g., uniformity and water holding capacity. Much has been said about the high yields that may be obtained in peat, however, little information is available on quality, especially in comparison with crops grown in mineral soil. In Ireland peat is being used for the production of vegetables, fruit and flowers both outdoors and under glass and plastic. Experiments on carrot quality from peat and mineral soil began in 1969, and tests on tomatoes and strawberries were carried out in 1971. It is essential that quality should be studied because the time is fast approaching when the quality food product will be fully recognised and will command a premium price. In addition to the fresh market, processors also want top quality because they recognise that a high quality processed product requires top grade raw produce.
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Conference Publication
Publisher
Institute of Horticulture
Journal
Scientific Horticulture
Volume
24
Start Page
55
End Page
63
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Language
English
Status of Item
Peer reviewed
Conference Details
H.E.A. Autumn Conference, Dublin, Ireland, 1971
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