Uso de reguladores de crescimento para a superação da dormência e sua influência na brotação, no florescimento e na produção da amoreira-preta

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP)

Effect of supplementing compost with grapeseed meal on Agaricus bisporus production

BACKGROUND: This work assesses the agronomic performance of grapeseed meal, before and after oil extraction, in nutritional compost supplement when growing the mushroom species Agaricus bisporus (Lange) Imbach. The effect of formaldehyde treatment before using this compost is also considered. Materials were applied at different doses at spawning. Along with non-supplemented compost, three commercial nutritional supplements were used as controls.RESULTS: In general terms, grapeseed meal performance was similar to that of commercial delayed-release nutrients, but improved the non-supplemented compost response. We highlight that grapeseed enhances performance as larger yields of harvested mushrooms were obtained with greater dry weight content; however, their protein content was lower. The best performance was displayed by fresh formaldehyde-treated grapeseed (6000 ppm) when applied to the 10 g kg(-1) compost dose.CONCLUSIONS: Our findings suggest that grapeseed meal offers a great potential to be applied on a commercial scale. The addition of grapeseed resulted in an enhanced performance as shown by the higher number of harvested mushrooms. The use of grapeseed meal (extracted or non-extracted), a low-cost ingredient with high levels of carbohydrates, may suppose an economic profit on the basis of the positive effect of adding carbon in the mushroom cultivation. (C) 2012 Society of Chemical Industry

Contribuição das concentrações de nitrogênio em bulbilhos de alho tratados com doses de N em cobertura

Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES)

Variações no balanço catiônico do solo induzidas pela adubação potássica e efeitos na cultura do alho vernalizado

Avaliaram-se os efeitos das relações (Ca+Mg)/K do solo sobre o desenvolvimento, absorção de nutrientes e produção de bulbos na cultura do alho cv. Roxo Pérola de Caçador conduzindo experimento no período de maio a outubro de 1990 em vasos de cimento amianto contendo 50 kg de terra, em casa de vegetação telada. Os tratamentos consistiram de aplicações de doses de potássio visando atingir relações (Ca+Mg)/K no complexo de troca do solo próximas a 170; 50; 35; 20; 12,5; 7,5; 5,0; 3,5 e 2,0. Verificaram-se aumentos na concentração de K, Ca e Mg na solução do solo proporcionais à elevação do teor de K trocável. As concentrações foliares de K e Mn diminuiram proporcionalmente às relações (Ca+Mg)/K do solo, ocorrendo o inverso com as concentrações de Ca e Mg. A absorção dos demais nutrientes não foi influenciada pelos tratamentos. A relação (Ca+Mg)/K influenciou a produção de bulbos e a altura das plantas durante todo o ciclo, sendo que os menores valores desta relação, caracterizados por excesso de K, inibiram mais o desenvolvimento e a produção de bulbos. A porcentagem de K no complexo de troca, seguida da relação K/(Ca+Mg)1/2 e do K trocável do solo foram os índices que melhor correlacionaram com a produção de bulbos.

Resposta de plantas de alho livres de vírus ao nitrogênio em ambiente protegido

Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES)

Fertilização potássica na cultura do alho vernalizado

O objetivo do presente trabalho foi verificar a validade do parcelamento da adubação potássica, bem como a época mais adequada de aplicação, no controle do superbrotamento e no desenvolvimento e produção de bulbos na cultura do alho vernalizado (cv. Roxo Pérola de Caçador). Foram instalados dois experimentos em estufa agrícola, em vasos de cimento amianto com capacidade para 55 L de terra. O experimento 1 consistiu de sete épocas de aplicação da metade da dose de potássio necessária para a cultura, aos 50, 60, 70, 81, 91, 101 e 111 dias após a emergência (dae), sendo que o experimento 2 consistiu da aplicação de quatro doses de potássio no plantio combinadas a outras quatro em cobertura, aos 81 dae. O parcelamento da adubação potássica em diferentes estádios de desenvolvimento não influenciou a produção de bulbos e o superbrotamento na cultura do alho. A absorção de potássio, cálcio e magnésio pelas plantas foi influenciada pela adubação potássica no plantio e em cobertura, observando-se um efeito antagônico do potássio sobre a absorção de cálcio e magnésio. A elevação no nível de potássio no solo por ocasião do plantio proporcionou aumento na produção de bulbos, sendo que esta não foi influenciada por variações na dose de adubação potássica em cobertura.

Produção de bulbos e incidência de pseudoperfilhamento na cultura do alho vernalizado em função de adubações potássicas e nitrogenadas

Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq)

Doses de fósforo e zinco na cultura do alho em condições de casa de vegetação

A adubação fosfatada promove o aumento de produtividade na cultura do alho, mas doses de fósforo (P) podem proporcionar a deficiência de zinco (Zn) na planta, sobretudo em solos com baixos teores deste micronutriente. O objetivo do trabalho foi verificar o efeito da interação entre P e Zn no solo sobre o desenvolvimento e produção de plantas de alho. Foram instalados três experimentos, cada um com um tipo de solo, em vasos com 17 kg de solo, em casa de vegetação telada. Empregou-se delineamento em blocos casualizados em esquema fatorial com 4 doses de P (0, 100, 200 e 400 mg dm-3) utilizando-se superfosfato triplo e 4 doses de Zn (0, 2,5, 5,0 e 10 mg dm-3) aplicados na forma de ZnSO4.7H2O, ambos incorporados ao solo, com três repetições. A produtividade e o desenvolvimento de plantas de alho foram influenciados, isoladamente, pelas doses de P e Zn, não havendo a interação entre esses nutrientes. Para os solos Neossolo Quartzarênico (NQ) textura arenosa, Latossolo Vermelho Distrófico (LE) textura média e Latossolo Vermelho Distroférrico (LR), textura argilosa, as melhores doses de P para a produção de alho foram de 190, 400 e 400 mg dm-3 e para o Zn de 2,2; 6,5 e 5,1 mg dm-3 respectivamente.

Produção de ovinos em pastagem de capim-massai suplementados na estação seca

The low quality of tropical pastures in the dry season justifies the use of dietary supplements to meet the nutritional needs of sheep to meat production. Therefore, the objective of this experiment was to evaluate the agronomic characteristics of massaigrass in the dry season and the effect of protein supplements in the performance and productivity of sheep to meat production grazing. The protein supplements evaluated were: soybean meal, Leucena hay, Gliricidia hay and multiple mixture. The animals were managed in massaigrass pastures under rotational stocking and supplemented daily. Were used 24 sheep ½ Santa Inês x ½ SPRD (without defined breed), males uncastrated, mean age 90 days in a completely randomized design. Performance of sheep was evaluated for average daily gain of live weight gain per area and stocking rate (animals of 25 kg/ha). The pasture was evaluated for forage mass of pre and post-grazing, the percentages of participation of morphological constituents and their nutritional values and rates of herbage accumulation. The total herbage mass decreased throughout the dry season. Crude protein and in vitro digestibility of organic matter of the leaf were higher in the upper 15 cm of the canopy stratum. The average daily weight gain of the animals supplemented with legume hay was similar to that gained by animals supplemented with soybean meal in the four grazing cycles. The total live weight gain of animals supplemented with legume hay was higher than the animals supplemented only with multiple mixing the first two grazing cycles. Hays of Leucena and Gliricidia can be given for supplementation of sheep maintained on pasture

Desempenho de novilhos alimentados com dieta suplementar em pastos de capim-mombaça

The objective of this work was to evaluate the effect of supplements feeding on growth of calves grazing a Panicum maximum cv. Mombaça pasture during the dry season. The experimental design was a randomized blocks with three treatments and three replications. The treatments were: mineral salt ad libidum; multiple mixture (MM) fed at 0.2% of live weight (PV); and, concentrate feed (SC) fed at 0.7% of PV. Thirty six weaned calves averaging eight months and 192 kg of initial live weight were utilized. The masses and pasture components, nutritive value and rate of forage growth were evaluated. Animal performance was measured as average daily gain (ADG) and live weight gain (LWG). The supplemental feeding was adjusted after weighing. There was no difference between periods for forage mass and leaf: stem ratio. The highest values for forage green mass, leaf blades mass and stem percentage were observed in the first trial period. The canopy height and the available forage on offer did not differ among treatments. The percentage of dead was higher for the last periods of evaluation. The leaf: stem ratio and the leaf percentage were greater in the second period. There was significant difference (p<0,05) among treatments for the ADG and were 250, 460 and 770 g/day for salt, MM and SC, respectively. The biggest LWG was observed in the treatment SC. contents of PB, DIVMO, NDF and LDA on leaf blades, thatched roofs and dead material dead not differ among treatments. The highest GPV was observed in the SC treatment. The contents of PB, DIVMO, NDF and LDA for leaf blades stem and dead material did not differ among treatments. Independent of the use supplements , it is possible to keep steers gaining weight, during dry season, since the stocking rate is appropriately adjusted

On the scattering of massive spinless bosons by a nonminimal vector smooth step potential

The Duffin-Kemmer-Petiau (DKP) equation for massive spinless bosons in the presence of a nonminimal vector smooth step potential is revised. The problem is mapped into a Sturm-Lionville equation. The reflection and transmission coefficients are obtained and discussed in detail. Furthermore; we show that Klein's paradox does not show its face in this sort of interaction.

Confining solutions of massive spin-0 bosons by a linear nonminimal vector coupling in the Duffin-Kemmer-Petiau theory

The Duffin-Kemmer-Petiau (DKP) equation, in the scalar sector of the theory and with a linear nominimal vector potential, is mapped into the nonrelativistic harmonic oscillator problem. The behavior of the solutions for this sort of vector DKP oscillator is discussed in detail.

The Hunt for New Physics at the Large Hadron Collider

The Large Hadron Collider presents an unprecedented opportunity to probe the realm of new physics in the TeV region and shed light on some of the core unresolved issues of particle physics. These include the nature of electroweak symmetry breaking, the origin of mass, the possible constituent of cold dark matter, new sources of CP violation needed to explain the baryon excess in the universe, the possible existence of extra gauge groups and extra matter, and importantly the path Nature chooses to resolve the hierarchy problem - is it supersymmetry or extra dimensions. Many models of new physics beyond the standard model contain a hidden sector which can be probed at the LHC. Additionally, the LHC will be a. top factory and accurate measurements of the properties of the top and its rare decays will provide a window to new physics. Further, the LHC could shed light on the origin of neutralino masses if the new physics associated with their generation lies in the TeV region. Finally, the LHC is also a laboratory to test the hypothesis of TeV scale strings and D brane models. An overview of these possibilities is presented in the spirit that it will serve as a companion to the Technical Design Reports (TDRs) by the particle detector groups ATLAS and CMS to facilitate the test of the new theoretical ideas at the LHC. Which of these ideas stands the test of the LHC data will govern the course of particle physics in the subsequent decades.

Adaptação e validação da escala de dependência de exercício físico em versão tradicional e informatizada

While providing physical and psychological benefits, excessive exercise could be or cause a compulsive behavior, making the individual dependent on it. In a parallel discussion, computerized psychological instruments, for a hand, reflects the development of information technology and your applicability to other areas, but also shows little advance for Psychological Assessment. In this perspective, this study aims to adapt the Exercise Dependence Scale (EDS-R) in two formats (paper-and-pencil and computerized) and evaluate evidence of factorial and convergent validity, and reliability of each version and compare them with each other. It is also proposed to observe the relationship of some bio-demographic (Sex, age, frequency, duration and intensity of practice exercise) and the exercise dependence (DEF). For this purpose, 709 regular physical activity practitioners, selected by procedures non-probabilistic sampling, responded a adapted version of EDS-R, Muscle Appearance Satisfaction Scale (MASS), Body Modification Scale (BMS) and a demographic questionnaire, analyzed through Exploratory Factor Analysis, Cronbach's Alpha and not parametric tests. Both the traditional version and the computer showed a seven factors structure, explaining 57 and 62% of the variance, respectively, and Cronbach's alphas of 0.83 and 0.89. Factors were: (1) intentionality, (2) continuity, (3) tolerance, (4) reduction of other activities, (5) lack of control, (6) abstinence and (7) time spent on exercise. Relationships were observed between the Exercise Dependence and the variables: age, diets, consumption of food supplements and medicines for weight change, desire to do plastic surgery and body satisfaction. We observed also a positive correlation between the DEF and the frequency, duration and intensity of exercise, and the factor "Dependence on exercising" from MASS, indicating convergent validity of the EDS-R. Finally, comparisons between the two formats were equivalent, with few changes: computerized version achieved higher DEF scores. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the EDS-R has factorial and convergent validity, reliability, to measure exerceise dependence on traditional e computerized formats. DEF is related to actions used to body modification and behaviors toward exercise. Finally, it was found equivalence between the formats, especially in psychometric parameters, thus suggesting feasibility of a computerized assessment. However, it was observed that the computerized data has sample recruiting strategies more limited