“稀土+农业”开辟稀土应用新路径

Core Viewpoint - The application of rare earth fertilizers has shown significant positive effects on crop growth, particularly in tomato seedlings, indicating a promising avenue for agricultural enhancement through rare earth elements [1][2]. Group 1: Rare Earth Fertilizer Development - The Baotou Rare Earth Research Institute's Tianjin branch has developed a 65-acre experimental field for rare earth fertilizers, resulting in an average height increase of 10% in tomato seedlings compared to those grown with conventional fertilizers [1]. - Rare earth elements are found to have unique physiological regulatory mechanisms that promote plant growth, enhance seed germination rates, and improve root systems' ability to absorb water and nutrients [1][2]. Group 2: Agricultural Applications and Future Plans - The research team plans to continue developing rare earth fertilizers for staple crops like rice and corn, focusing on optimizing fertilizer formulations to suit the soil characteristics of North China [2]. - The Baotou Rare Earth Research Institute has a history of successful applications of rare earth fertilizers in agriculture, such as improving soil quality in saline-alkali areas and enhancing the quality of strawberries [2]. - Future efforts will aim to integrate rare earth fertilizers into ecological agriculture, contributing to high-quality development in modern agriculture in China [2].