The Rural Voice, 1989-09, Page 45Potash
Critical for forage growth .. .
to produce increased yields
Fertilizing for higher yields
High yielding forage requires top applications of plant food.
Ten tonnes per hectare of alfalfa can produce from 1800 to 2000
kilograms of crude protein but also remove 300 kg of nitrogen,
75 kg of phosphate and 275 kg of potash. On pure legume
stands no nitrogen needs to be applied. Phosphorus and
especially potash are the key to higher yields. Ensure
maximum yields from forage by fertilizing.
Time of Application
Phosphate can be applied at any time. Potash can be applied
after the first cut and the balance in late August or early
September. If nitrogen is needed it should be applied in the
spring, up to 50 kg per hectare. Any additional required
nitrogen can be applied, up to a maximum of 50 kg N per
application, after each cut.
Green Plan II
CO -OP's Green Plan 11 computer can show you the exact
fertility required to meet your forage yield goals. It will also
give you a complete program that takes every factor into
account ... including soil nutrient levels and manure
applications. Cropping costs are then used to calculate a
break-even point.
Custom Application
You can save time with our application service. Experienced
CO-OP people and spreader trucks with flotation tires give
you a thorough job ... plus reduced soil compaction.
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