agronomic

/,ægrə'nɔmik/ Cách viết khác : (agronomical) /,ægrə'nɔmikəl/

Thân thiện

An agronomic researcher studies crop growth in a test field.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to agronomy: Pertaining to the science of soil management and crop production.
   • Promoting agronomy: Concerned with the application of scientific principles to agriculture.

Usage

The adjective "agronomic" is used to describe practices, research, principles, or factors that are connected to the scientific study and efficient management of farming. It is a formal term typically used in agricultural, scientific, and policy contexts.

Examples

• The university's agronomic research focuses on developing drought-resistant crops.
• We need to consider the agronomic implications of this new irrigation method.
• An agronomic assessment of the land determined its suitability for wheat cultivation.
• Improving soil health is a key agronomic goal.

Advanced Usage

• "Agronomic efficiency": Refers to the effectiveness of agricultural practices in producing yield.
  • The new fertilizer significantly improved the agronomic efficiency of the farm.
• "Agronomic zone": A geographical area defined by specific soil and climate conditions relevant to crop production.
  • This variety of corn is best suited for our agronomic zone.

Variants and Related Words

• Agronomical (adj): A less common variant with identical meaning to "agronomic".
  • The agronomical data supported the change in planting schedule.
• Agronomist (n): A scientist who specializes in agronomy.
  • The agronomist advised the farmers on crop rotation.
• Agronomy (n): The science of soil management and crop production.
  • He studied agronomy at the agricultural college.

Synonyms

• Agricultural (adj): Related to farming. (Note: "Agricultural" is broader, while "agronomic" is more specifically scientific.)
• Husbandry-related (adj): Pertaining to the care and management of farm animals or crops.

Related Phrases

• Agronomic practice: A specific method or technique used in farming based on scientific principles.
  • Crop rotation is a fundamental agronomic practice.
• Agronomic input: A resource like seed, fertilizer, or pesticide used in crop production.
  • The cost of agronomic inputs has risen this season.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to or promoting agronomy

Từ đồng nghĩa

• agronomical