Effect of the application of composted bark of Acacia on growth and yield of leaf mustard (Brassica integrifolia) under organic cultivation 


Citation :- Effect of the application of composted bark of Acacia on growth and yield of leaf mustard (Brassica integrifolia) under organic cultivation. Res. Crop. 26: 319-324
H. L. NGUYEN, T. X. P. TRAN, D, . K. TRAN, V. S. HOANG AND D. H. TRAN tdanghoa@hueuni.edu.vn
Address : Hue University. 3 Le Loi Street, Thuan Hoa, Hue City, Vietnam
Submitted Date : 24-03-2025
Accepted Date : 21-04-2025

Abstract

Currently, planting organic vegetables is receiving attention from both growers and consumers in Vietnam. Leaf mustard (Brassica integrifolia (H. West) O. E. Schulz) is a common and commercial vegetable crop. The compost processed from Acacia bark and cow dung, has a positive effect on plant growth, yield of the plant, and improved the soil fertility. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of composted bark of Acacia named Compa LPH on the growth, yield of leaf mustard plants and soil properties under organic cultivation. The field experiment was conducted in the spring-summer season from March to May 2024 at an organic farm at Vinh My commune, Phu Loc district, Thua Thien Hue province, Central Vietnam (N16047’2660; E107052’6904) with five application levels (e.g. 0, 5, 10, 15 and 20 tons/ha) of CombaPLH. Growth parameters, fresh and dry plant weight, yield of leaf mustard and soil properties were investigated. The results showed that the CompaLPH had a positive effect on the growth and yield of leaf mustard. Fertilization at 12 and 15 tons/ha was the optimal rate for the highest growth and yield of leaf mustard. Soil decomposed with CompaLPH compost increased organic matter and improved soil physical, chemical and biological properties.  Therefore, CompaLPH compost can be used as an organic fertilizer for organic leaf mustard production.

Keywords

Acacia Brassica integrifolia composting leaf mustard organic farming soil fertility

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