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Nitrogen Fertilizers
Inorganic fertilizer that contains nitrogen
Publications
Understanding Fertilizers and Soil Amendments
Niguss Solomon Hailegnaw, Guodong Liu, andYuncong Li
Choosing the right fertilizer/amendment type (organic or inorganic/synthetic) can impact soil health, plant vigor, environmental sustainability, and overall farm profitability. This guide provides a comparison of organic fertilizers/amendments and inorganic/synthetic fertilizers/amendments, covering their differences, advantages, disadvantages, and impacts on soil to aid growers in making informed decisions. Written by Niguss Solomon Hailegnaw, Guodong Liu, and Y. C. Li, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, October 2025.
Sustainable Nitrogen in Livestock Systems: Forage Legumes vs. N Fertilizers
Kevin Roger Trumpp, Kalyn Waters, José Dubeux, and Cleber Henrique Lopes de Souza
Nitrogen (N) is a key element in promoting plant and livestock growth and production. The two major ways to add N in pastures are fertilizer and integrating N-fixing forage legumes. The purpose of this publication is to compare these two options for cattle producers, farmers, Extension agents, and policymakers. Written by Kevin Roger Trumpp, Kalyn Waters, José Dubeux, and Cleber Henrique Lopes de Souza, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, February 2025.