Production and morphogenetic traits of Megathyrsus maximus “Aruana” with nitrogen fertilization in silvopastoral and full sun systems

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https://doi.org/10.5433/1679-0359.2023v44n3p1207

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Morphogenesis, Mineral fertilization, Shading, LAI.

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The objective of this study was to assess the impact of nitrogen fertilization on M. maximus cv. Aruana cultivated in silvopastoral and full-sun systems, focusing on morphogenetic, structural, and productive traits, as well as chemical composition. Silvopastoral systems promote productive efficiency and sustainability in animal husbandry, leading to improved herbage quality and enhanced thermal comfort for the animals. Nitrogen fertilization affects the growth of tropical forages. The study evaluated the system used (silvopastoral or full sun), the presence of fertilization (with or without), and distinct intervals (21, 42, 63, or 84 days) on productive and morphogenetic traits of the forage. The silvopastoral system exhibited increased canopy height, while the full-sun condition favored dry matter production and animal weight gain. Fertilization benefited basal tiller density and morphogenesis. The crude protein content was higher in full sun. Full sun displayed benefits in terms of both herbage production and composition, whereas the silvopastoral system excelled particularly in terms of canopy height. Fertilization improved several traits, fostering tissue turnover. The study highlights the importance of proper management in silvopastoral systems to optimize herbage production and quality.

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Andressa Radtke Baungratz, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná

PhD Student, Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná, UNIOESTE, Marechal Cândido Rondon, PR, Brazil.

Leonardo Piffer de Borba, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná

Master's Degree Student, Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, UTFPR, UNIOESTE, Dois Vizinhos, PR, Brazil.

Bruna Martins de Menezes, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul

M,e in Animal Science, Animal Science Graduate Program, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, UFRGS, Grazing Ecology Research Group, GPEP, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.

Cleison de Souza, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná

Dr. in Animal Science, Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, UNIOESTE, Marechal Cândido Rondon, PR, Brazil.

Jean Lucas Macari Porsch, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná

Undergraduate Student in Animal Science, Animal Science Undergraduate Program, UTFPR, Dois Vizinhos, PR, Brazil.

Tiago Venturini, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná

PhD Student, Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná, UNIOESTE, Marechal Cândido Rondon, PR, Brazil.

Eduardo Eustáquio Mesquita, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná

Prof., Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, UNIOESTE, Marechal Cândido Rondon, PR, Brazil.

Ériton Egídio Lisboa Valente, Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná

Prof., Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, UNIOESTE, Marechal Cândido Rondon, PR, Brazil.

Vicente de Paulo Macedo, Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná

Collaborating Prof., Animal Science Graduate Program, PPZ, UTFPR/UNIOESTE, Dois Vizinhos, PR, Brazil.

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2023-08-28

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Baungratz, A. R., Borba, L. P. de, Menezes, B. M. de, Souza, C. de, Porsch, J. L. M., Venturini, T., Mesquita, E. E., Valente, Ériton E. L., & Macedo, V. de P. (2023). Production and morphogenetic traits of Megathyrsus maximus “Aruana” with nitrogen fertilization in silvopastoral and full sun systems. Semina: Ciências Agrárias, 44(3), 1207–1224. https://doi.org/10.5433/1679-0359.2023v44n3p1207

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