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Project Code [2023GEH257]
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Project title
Improving fertilizing strategies by innovative use of Plantain (Plantago lanceola) in agricultural systems
Primary Funding Agency
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
Lead Organisation
Teagasc
Lead Applicant
Not listed
Project Abstract
In the time frame of the FERTIGO project, the overall objective is to investigate the potential of P. lanceolata when used in two distinct situations: Situation 1: Investigation of the potential of P. lanceolata used as a companion plant sown under a spring crop such as maize, with the aim to stabilize N in soil during spring time, thanks to the root-exudated BNI compounds of plantain. See Figure 2. Situation 2: Investigation of the potential of P. lanceolata used as part of the plant composition of temporary grasslands, with the aim to 1) stabilize N pools during the ley phase and 2) create a slow nitrifying and denitrifying environment after ley termination and incorporation, thanks to the root-exudates BNI compounds of plantain and BNI accumulation in tissue of plantain. The overall aim of WP 3 (Teagasc and UCD led) is to evaluate the use of plantain for N mitigation in spring barley production via 1. Plantain containing temporary grasslands; 2. Plantain and legume containing cover crops mixtures.
Grant Approved
�299,730.60
Research Hub
Climate Change
Research Theme
2. Ireland's Future Climate, its Impacts, and Adaptation Options
Initial Projected Completion Date
30/04/2027