For the Nutrient type and amount factor you have the possibility to calculate the amount of product to be applied in the field and to specify the management practices.
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Select Nutrient type and amount in the factor list.
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Select the crop to which you will apply the nutrient, in intercrop and relay crop experiments.
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Once you have specified the type, levels and number of application splits, click on Application details.
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A pop-up window will appear.
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Optionally, specify the fertilizer product application timing, the technique and traction that will be used to apply the product.
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Select the product to apply from the list. If the product is not listed, select Generic fertilizer.
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Check if the Nutrient content in product data corresponds to your fertilizer product. Modify the nutrient content in the product if needed.
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Click on Calculate to get the amount of product that must be applied in the field to get the level of nutrient desired. This information will be displayed in the Protocol tab of the Excel fieldbook and in “Trial attributes” in KDSmart.
This calculation is currently on a per hectare basis; you will need to use this to calculate the amount required for the area over which you are applying the fertilizer. We will incorporate plot size into the calculation in an upcoming version.