Recommnedation for fertilization of clover in open-field
Growing method: open field.
Expected yield: in the range of 5.0-12.5 Ton/ha
The crop grows best on well-drained soils, which allow a good symbiotic activity on the roots. Preferred pH = 6.0 - 7.5
Macro elements removed by 1 ton marketable product
|
N |
P |
K |
Ca |
Mg |
S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Kg / ton |
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|
26 |
3 |
17 |
5 |
5 |
3 |
Source: Kinoch: VOLHOUBARE LANDBOU, RSA. Processed by Frans Lourens, Haifa Group, RSA May, 1999.
Nutrient requirement
Clover, after inoculated, can take needed nitrogen from the atmosphere. A small amount of 28 Kg/Ha may aid in getting successful establishment.
| Expected Yield ton/Ha | N to apply Kg/Ha | P2O5 to apply Kg/Ha | K2O to apply Kg/Ha |
|---|---|---|---|
|
5 |
28 |
17 |
45 |
|
7.5 |
28 |
28 |
68 |
|
10 |
28 |
34 |
90 |
|
12.5 |
28 |
45 |
112 |
Clover: Fertilization recommendation
All the application can be top dressed since the nitrogen is needed only in the beginning.
Option 1
|
N |
P2O5 |
K2O |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
|
-------------------------------------- Kg/Ha ------------------------------------------ |
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|
25 |
90 |
195 |
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|
6.5 |
34 |
55 |
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Option 2
|
N |
P2O5 |
K2O |
MgO |
Poly-Feed 7-12-38+3MgO +ME |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
-------------------------------------- Kg/Ha ------------------------------------------ |
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|
19 |
34 |
107 |
19 |
625 |
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Need more information about growing clover? You can always return to the clover fertilizer.
