Superphosphate deficiency raises pasture oestrogens

Authors

H G. Neil
T. Marshall

Keywords

Pastures, Trifolium subterraneum, Superphosphates, Deficiency diseases, Plant oestrogens, Western Australia

Disciplines

Endocrinology | Inorganic Chemistry | Plant Pathology | Sheep and Goat Science

First Page Number

43

Last Page Number

44

ISSN

0021-8618

Abstract

A recent field experiment on established pastures at Esperance Downs Research Station has demonstrated a relationship between superphosphate application, pasture oestrogens and oestrogenic response in sheep.

Results of the experiment indicate that on phosphate deficient soils carrying oestrogenic clovers, the levels of oestrogenic materials in the pasture are increased if superphosphate applications are below those recommended for healthy pasture growth.

Recommended Citation

Neil, H G. and Marshall, T. (1970) "Superphosphate deficiency raises pasture oestrogens," Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4: Vol. 11: No. 2, Article 6.
Available at: https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/journal_agriculture4/vol11/iss2/6