Student Information

Farmers need fertilizers to improve and maintain soil fertility and ensure a productive and sustainable farming system. The information here is intended to help students understand the various steps in the fertilizer process right through from soil nutrition to fertilizer application and its impact on the environment.

Topics include:

• The cycle of nutrients in farm soil
• Fertilizer efficiency
• The effects of nutrient deficiency
• Fertilizer placement
• Timing of application
• Fertilizers and the environment

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