Phosphorus Fertilization Insights from the Agricultural Triple Bottom Line Scenario Site in Eastern NC, with Dr. Luke Gatiboni

In this episode, Dr. Luke Gatiboni, professor and extension specialist in the Soil and Crop Sciences Department at NC State, shares insights from his research on phosphorus management. The story of phosphorus fertilization in Eastern North Carolina unfolds, beginning with the region’s unique coastal soils and the historical build up of legacy phosphorus from decades of agricultural use. The episode highlights the Tidewater Research Station, a key site for long-term fertilization experiments that have helped shape current understanding of phosphorus dynamics in crop production. From past practices to present-day challenges, the discussion dives into how researchers are managing phosphorus for both productivity and environmental sustainability in one of the state’s most important agricultural regions. Hosted by Jiangfeng Xu and Hector Fajardo. Music by Lucas Crane. Dr. Gatiboni websitehttps://cals.ncsu.edu/crop-and-soil-sciences/people/lcolpog/ Deviney etal., 2024 paper on TBL sites:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/16/23/10429 Tidewater Research Station website:https://cals.ncsu.edu/research/research-stations/tidewater-research-station/