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Agriculture · Q1034

Agronomy

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 1034

Q1034

How much potash required for arhar?

A.
40 - 60 kg/ha
Answer
B.
20 - 30 kg/ha
C.
80 - 100 kg/ha
D.
10 - 25 kg/ha

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Potash i.e. potassium is one of the essential nutrient elements required by the plant for plant growth. It helps plants use water and resist drought and enhances yield.
Arhar contains a good amount of potassium, iron, iodine and essential amino acids which make it a good and healthy food supplement.
During the cultivation of arhar, about 40 - 60 kg/ha of potash is required for good quality yield.