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planting density
Also known as: sowing densities, planting density, sowing density
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A critical review of industrial fiber hemp anatomy, agronomic ... bioresources.cnr.ncsu.edu 10 facts
referenceGrabowska and Koziara (2006) studied the effects of nitrogen dosage, sowing density, and harvest timing on the development and yields of the hemp cultivar 'bialobrzeskie', published in the Journal of Natural Fibers.
claimSowing density is a critical factor in hemp cultivation depending on the intended type of hemp.
claimExcessive sowing density generally decreases bast fiber content and quality, overall biomass yield, grain yield, panicle yield, stalk height and diameter, and partially, cellulose content, according to Burczyk et al. (2009).
claimFor industrial hemp not intended for textile applications, sowing densities above 30 kg/ha can decrease stem height, stem diameter, grain yield, and biomass yield.
claimThe yield of hemp bast fibers, hurds, and grains is influenced by agronomic conditions including seed selection, soil condition, pest control, nutrient management, time of harvest, and sowing density, according to Grabowska and Koziara (2006).
measurementIndustrial hemp grown for grain and cannabinoid yield typically utilizes the lowest sowing densities, ranging between 10 and 20 kg/ha, according to Burczyk et al. (2009).
referenceBurczyk et al. (2009) studied the effect of sowing density and harvest date on the yields of industrial hemp.
claimReducing sowing densities for industrial hemp can lead to undesirable qualities depending on the specific application for which the crop is being grown.
claimPlanting density and fertilization practices significantly influence the fiber yield of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.), as reported in a 2019 study by Deng et al. in the journal Agronomy.
referenceBhattarai et al. (2014) evaluated the effect of planting density on weed suppression, crop growth, physiological responses, and fiber yield of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) in subtropical climates.