2026_IR_AD_2_DAFNAE_VAMERALI - Set-up of a mineral and carbon fertilization protocol for cereals with innovative composts based on waste woody biomass and digestate

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Padua
New! Posted on: 30/06/2026 Deadline: 13/07/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

07/AGRI-02 - Agronomy And Field, Vegetable, Ornamental Cropping Systems

Description

The work will focus on evaluating the fertilizing power and degradation stability of innovative composts obtained from woodwaste and digestate, and setting-up an open-field fertilization protocol for wheat and maize. The agronomic effects of differentcompost doses will be compared to absolute controls and conventional management with mineral fertilizers. Vegetation indiceswill be recorded throughout the crop cycle, including growth, and the effects on yield and quality of cereal crops.

Compensation

22,646 Euro

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

18.0

Funding body

UNIVERSITA' DEGLI STUDI DI PADOVA - DIPARTIMENTO DI AGRONOMIA ANIMALI ALIMENTI RISORSE NATURALI E AMBIENTE – DAFNAE

Selection process

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The selection will be carried out through the evaluation of degrees, scientific-professional curriculum, scientific outputs and an interview / reference letters.