Integrated Plant Nutrient Management In Vegetables

Abstract

The over/excess use of fertilizers has substantially increased the cost of production in vegetables, deteriorated the soil and water quality thus making the soil unsustainable. To achieve the sustainability a concrete blend of organic, inorganic, biological and mechanical inputs is needed and this practice is termed as integrated plant nutrient management concept. It aims at the balance between availability of nutrients and requirements by the crops. The components of INM comprises of chemical fertilizers, plant animal residues, legumes and bio-fertilizers application. However; All these components contributes under efficient management practices andamp; amendments used as nature loving practices.