Assessment of Micronutrient Deficiencies for the Main Crops in Morocco
Assessment of Micronutrient Deficiencies for the Main Crops in Morocco
Theme: Precision Nutrient Management
Lead
APNI
Supported by
APNI
Main Collaborators
INRA, ORMVA, ONCA, Al Moutmir
Target Crops
Annual and Perennial crops
Target Countries
Morocco
Description
Zinc (Zn), iron (Fe) and boron (B) are the most prevalent micronutrient deficiencies in Moroccan soils. Deficiencies of some micronutrients not only reduce crop productivity, but also adversely affect human health through inadequate concentrations in food, especially in the case of Zn and Fe. Fertilizer supplementation is the most widely practiced intervention to prevent and manage micronutrient deficiencies.
This research will investigate the extent of micronutrient deficiencies in Morocco through diagnosis and mapping of farm fields. Results will form the basis for educational materials for major crops.
Global Objective
Identification the main crops susceptible to micronutrient deficiencies in Morocco.
Activity 1: Development literature review on the most prevalent micronutrient deficiencies.
Activity 2: Diagnostic study on fertilizer farmer practices of citrus in Morocco.
Activity 3: Development of educational material on micronutrients deficiency symptoms of major crops.