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https://doi.org/10.31727/gzb.45.3.9

The use of kaolin clay in organic fruit growing

Tomislav Soldo ; Veleučilište u Požegi, Hrvatska
Boris Duralija ; Agronomski fakultet, Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Hrvatska
Đani Benčić ; Agronomski fakultet, Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Hrvatska
Aleksandar Mešić ; Agronomski fakultet, Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Hrvatska


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Abstract

Kaolin clay-based products are increasingly used in fruit growing, especially in organic farming. In recent years, the emphasis has been on a significant reduction in the number of conventional protective measures against diseases and pests. The gradual transition from conventional to organic fruit production is also noticeable. This paper presents the possibilities of using kaolin-clay based products in fruit growing. The possibilities of using kaolin clay to protect against pests and diseases, reduce environmental stress from high temperatures, protect against burns, increase yield, improve color and fruit quality are presented. Kaolin clay has great potential for improving fruit production in the Republic of Croatia, especially in organic farming, where its wide application and efficiency make it practically unavoidable.

Keywords

kaolin clay; organic production; sunburn; sustainability

Hrčak ID:

276131

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https://hrcak.srce.hr/276131

Publication date:

14.6.2022.

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