Important Tips for Better Onion Bulb Development
crop-nutrition
Balanced fertilizer management and micronutrient application are essential for better onion bulb development.
Khetiwadi Team4 min read21,674 views
Importance of Onion Bulb Development
Proper bulb development in onion crops is essential for higher yield and better quality. Balanced fertilizer management plays an important role in achieving this.
Organic Manure Application
Apply 20–25 tons of well decomposed farmyard manure per hectare 1–2 months before transplanting.
Major Fertilizer Requirement
- Nitrogen – 100 kg per hectare
- Phosphorus – 50 kg per hectare
- Potash – 50 kg per hectare
These nutrients improve plant growth and bulb formation.
Micronutrients
Apply sulfur @ 25 kg and zinc @ 5 kg per hectare to improve onion quality.
Bulb Development Spray
During bulb formation stage spray NPK 0:52:34 @ 75 grams along with chelated micronutrients @ 15 grams per pump.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which fertilizers improve onion bulb development?
Nitrogen, phosphorus, potash, sulfur and zinc help improve onion bulb development.
Related crops: onion
Tags
- onion farming
- pyaaz ki kheti
- onion bulb development
- onion fertilizer management
- vegetable farming
