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Why Are Legumes So Important for Supplying Nitrogen?

This lesson explains the relationship between nitrogen and legumes and why nitrogen availability is a key driver of farm production. Dr Ants Roberts, Science Mentor, outlines how legumes uniquely fix atmospheric nitrogen through rhizobia bacteria, how nitrogen is used to build protein, and why this process underpins pasture, crop and animal performance. A clear guide to understanding nitrogen fixation in New Zealand farming systems.

 

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Duration 1:05

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Dr Ants Roberts, Science Mentor at Ravensdown

Dr Ants Roberts

Science Mentor

Dr Ants Roberts is a Science Mentor at Ravensdown and a recognised authority on soil fertility management with more than four decades of experience. He leads agronomic research and development, works directly with farming shareholders, and trains Agri Managers and staff in soils, fertilisers and pastoral agriculture.