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Advances in understanding the nutrient and water requirements of hemp

Code: 9781835457177
Publication date: 05-06-2026
Extent: 18 pages

Contributions by: Xinlin Zhao, Caisheng Qiu, Songhua Long and Huajiao Qiu, Institute of Bast Fiber Crops – Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China

Chapter synopsis:

Understanding the nutrient and water requirements of hemp is essential for optimizing its growth, yield, and quality. This chapter aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current knowledge on the nutrient and water needs of hemp, highlighting recent research advances and identifying areas for future investigation. It investigates the nutrient and water requirements of hemp, as well as hemp’s interaction between nutrients and water. It then goes on to discuss methods for assessing and managing hemp’s nutrient and water status.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2025.0161.02
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Nutrient requirements of hemp: an overview
  • 3 Essential macronutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
  • 4 Secondary/beneficial macronutrients, micronutrients and other nutrients
  • 5 Water requirements of hemp
  • 6 Interactions between nutrients and water in hemp
  • 7 Methods for assessing and managing hemp nutrient and water status
  • 8 Current challenges and future trends
  • 9 Conclusion
  • 10 Acknowledgments
  • 11 Where to look for further information
  • 12 References

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