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SULPHUR
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DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
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General yellowing of young leaves
Usually no necrosis of leaves
Reduced or stunted growth
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MADE WORSE BY
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Low organic matter soils
High rainfall, cold wet soils
Poor soil aeration
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ROLE IN PLANT NUTRITION
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Constituent of proteins, amino acids (thiamine), coenzymes A and vitamins (biotin)
Necessary for synthesis of oils in plants
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