This article throws light upon the twelve measures that should be considered for efficient use of fertilizers. Some of the measures are: 1. Fertilizer Scheduling should be Based upon Soil Test and Crop Response 2. Placement of Fertilizers 3. Mixing of Fertilizers 4. Soil Texture and duration of Crop 5. Water Management 6. Use of Micro-Nutrients 7. Use of Amendments [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Precautions of Fertilizer Application 2. Rate of Fertilizer Application 3. Time. Precautions of Fertilizer Application: i. Note that there is sufficient moisture in the fields before applying fertilizers. ii. Ensure uniform distribution of fertilizer on the entire area of operation. iii. Avoid hot-hours or the day while applying (broad-casting) a fertilizer. [...]
This article throws light upon the five main types of fertilizers used for crop production. The types are: 1. Nitrogenous Fertilizers 2. Phosphatic Fertilizers 3. Potassic Fertilizers 4. Blended Fertilizers 5. Liquid Fertilizers. Type # 1. Nitrogenous Fertilizers: Nitrogenous fertilizers are those fertilizers that are sold for their nitrogen content. Nitrogenous fertilizers can be classified into four classes namely: (i) [...]