June 2017

Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) response to biochar application in a humid-tropical forest soil

Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare), like many other leafy vegetable is cultivated in home gardens to improve nutritional quality for the family and may provide additional income for female farmers. However, the role of Talinum cultivation is often counteracted by declining soil fertility. In recent years, biochar (pyrolysed biomass) has gained importance as a soil amendment tool. However, not much attention has been...

Author(s): Billa Samuel Fru, Ngome Ajebesone Francis, Tsi Evaristus Angwafo and Tata Ngome Precillia