In Kalmykia conducted experiments of drought-resistant forest plantings

Kalmles, in cooperation with the research agroforestry experimental station, conducted research and production experiments this autumn. They planted small-leaved elm seedlings with an open root system on the territory of the forest fund of Kalmykia within the boundaries of the Elistin forestry.

“Experiments were conducted using the Aquasin hydrogel, mycorrhiza and humic fertilizer to strengthen the root system and plant resistance to adverse soil and climatic conditions during the autumn drought. Preliminary results of the use of hydrogel together with humates on the experience of past years have shown that this composition contributes to the retention of moisture and nutrients in the soil, enhances the penetration of nutrients into the root system, stimulates the growth of plants and their resistance to drought.

The researchers planned to obtain a comprehensive assessment of the growth, condition and reclamation potential of forest plantations on dry steppe and semi-desert soils with varying degrees of salinity using materials to strengthen the root system of plants.