NPK Fertilizer – BLOGS

NPK fertilizer is a complex fertilizer comprised primarily of the three primary nutrients required for healthy plant growth. Understanding NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potash (Potassium)) ratings on lawn and plant fertilizers is an important part of deciding whether or not fertilizers are appropriate or even necessary for your crops. NPK fertilizer is available in liquid, gaseous, and granular form, with granular being the most common. There are numerous building blocks of life that plants need for healthy and optimum growth. Without these nutrients, plants cannot grow to their full potential, will provide lower yields, and be more susceptible to disease. Soils often lack these nutrients, either naturally, or as a result of over cultivation or other environmental factors. In cases where soils are lacking, nutrients must be put back into the soil in order to create the ideal environment for optimal plant growth.

Adequate amounts of Potassium can increase stress conditions on plants during drought conditions. Potassium is also responsible for producing quality crops. Potassium is important in the breakdown of carbohydrates, providing energy for plants. Potassium is important in the translocation of minerals. Nitrogen is vital to chlorophyll, which allows plants to carry out photosynthesis (the process by which they take in sunlight to produce sugars from carbon dioxide and water). Nitrogen also aids in the compounds that allow for storage and use of energy. Each of the primary nutrients is essential in plant nutrition, serving a critical role in the growth, development, and reproduction of the plant.

By – Assistant Professor – Deepmala Kandwal
Department of Deepmala Kandwal
Uttaranchal (P.G.) College Of Bio-Medical Sciences & Hospital