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FERTILIZER COSTS PDF Print E-mail
Fertilizer costs are rising along with other inputs for field and container production. Though BYGLers recognized that they had no control over costs, Randy Zondag pointed out that in many instances inputs could be reduced through careful monitoring and application of fertilizers. Whereas sound nutrient management used to be the basis for production of a high quality product, it is now also a means of saving money. Fertilizer applications should be based on current research and the known nutrient content of the potting mix or field soil. If these levels are not known, a soil test is in order. Additionally, all application equipment should be calibrated. This includes injectors for liquid feed as well and spreaders for granular products. Applications based solely on past practices could be wasting time and money.

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