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Tomato plant growth influenced by soil compaction, soil moisture and air space
Authors
W. J. FlockerD. R. Nielsen
Authors Affiliations
W. J. Flocker is Associate Olericulturist, Department of Vegetable Crops; D. R. Nielsen is Assistant Irrigationist, Department of Irrigation, Agricultural Experiment Station, University of California, Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 16(9):15-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v016n09p15. September 1962.
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Abstract
Soil moisture suction, mechanical impedance through alteration of the air spaces in the soil, or a combination of both factors can influence the growth of tomato plants.
Flocker W, Nielsen D. 1962. Tomato plant growth influenced by soil compaction, soil moisture and air space. Hilgardia 16(9):15-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v016n09p15
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