Effect of different cutting intensities on morphological characteristics and production of fresh and dry matter of irrigated Nopalea forage cactus.
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The spineless cactus (Nopalea cochenillifera Salm Dick) is adapted to the Brazilian semi-arid region, because of its high efficiency in water use and forage production. On the other hand, in some regions of Rio Grande do Norte State, because of drought and high temperatures, mainly nocturnal, usually plants wilt. The use of drip irrigation with a minimum use of water may be an option for cactus pear cultivation in these regions. The research aimed to evaluate the effect of different cutting intensities on the morphological characteristics and production of fresh and dry matter of irrigated Nopalea forage cactus after 12 months of regrowth.
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Semi-arid region, Spineless cactus, Nopalea Cochenillifera, Cactus pears, Irrigation, Brazil