Harvesting Oil Palm Fruit (IMAGE)

James Cook University

Harvesting Oil Palm Fruit

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In recent research, scientists have developed a technique that shows great promise for helping oil palm growers optimize production and reduce environmental impacts. The research, carried out by doctoral candidate Lenaic Pardon, focused on crop yield, nitrous oxide emissions and nitrogen leaching.

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Photo: Paul Nelson

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