Apply compost by missing it with the soil in every hill during
planting or transplanting.
HOW TO APPLY FERTILIZERS ON THE PLANTS
1. Broadcasting. In this technique, simply scatter the
fertilizer uniformly on the soil, but for best results, incorporate
it into the soil.
2. Sidedressing. It is the application of fertilizer by placing
in the soil mass where the seeds or seedlings are to be
planted.
3. Foliar application. The fertilizer is dissolved in water and
applied by spraying. This is widely used to correct the lack of
essential chemical elements. The right amount of fertilizer should
be sprayed thoroughly on the leaves or foliage of the plants rather
than on the soil.
Nitrogen Fertilizer can be classified as broadcasting, by hand
at planting or as side dressing. It is always best to cover it with
soil.
Mobility Nitrates- Nitrates move freely with soil moisture. The
mobility of nitrates is both an advantage and a disadvantage. Its
advantage is that it enhances early plant growth.
Fixation Process - Mixing or harrowing soluble phosphorus
fertilizer increased efficacy.
