Chapter 14 The economics of silicon for integrated management and sustainable production of rice and sugarcane
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2001
Abstract
Despite the prolific research conducted in crop production and other aspects of silicon (Si) application, little is known about the potential economic benefits of its use in agriculture. Although some physical benefits obtained are impressive, the relative high cost of the material could make Si application unprofitable in some areas of the world. The purpose of this chapter is to show an economic analysis of two crops and one rotation: rice (Oryza sativa), sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum), and a rice-sugarcane rotation. The first case demonstrates the potential economic benefits taking into account the research conducted and the areas where rice is grown or could be grown. The second case does the same for sugarcane. The last case pertains to a specific rice-sugarcane rotation in Florida. These three cases seem to indicate that Si has a tremendous potential for increasing farm revenue. © 2001 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Studies in Plant Science
First Page
221
Last Page
239
Recommended Citation
Alvarez, J., & Datnoff, L. (2001). Chapter 14 The economics of silicon for integrated management and sustainable production of rice and sugarcane. Studies in Plant Science, 8 (C), 221-239. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0928-3420(01)80018-5