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Chula, Georgia, USA
Key Conclusions
The application of Polysulphate resulted in a notable increase in grower revenue, providing an additional $228 per acre compared to the control.
Objective
Evaluate the effects of Polysulphate on yield and quality of pecans grown in Georgia
Trial Details
Treatments
- This randomized complete block trial consisted of six replicates with two treatments
- Plot size was two trees per plot
- Polysulphate was broadcast
- Grower Standard
- Polysulphate @ 200 lbs/A
Note: To improve uniformity of yield data, tree trunk circumference of about 90 trees (3 orchard rows) was measured. Trees with excessively large or small trunk circumference were not used in this study. Yield collected from 2592 ft2.
Treatments
- This randomized complete block trial consisted of six replicates with two treatments
- Plot size was two trees per plot
- Polysulphate was broadcast
- Grower Standard
- Polysulphate @ 200 lbs/A
Note: To improve uniformity of yield data, tree trunk circumference of about 90 trees (3 orchard rows) was measured. Trees with excessively large or small trunk circumference were not used in this study. Yield collected from 2592 ft2.
Results
• Polysulphate increased grower revenue by $228/A over the control.
• Polysulphate increased the value of the nut crop due to a higher percentage of #1 edible pecans compared to the control.
