Nutrient Management in Subtropical Fruit Production: A Review

Nutrient management in the subtropical fruit production is very important for obtaining high quality fruits. It involves using crop nutrients as efficiently as possible to improve productivity while protecting the environment. The key principle behind nutrient management is balancing soil nutrient inputs with crop requirements. A well-nourished fruit plant not only produces good yield but also improves quality and remains for longer period in healthy and productive condition. This plan will lay out how nutrients are managed according to land base characteristics, crops being grown, type of nutrient, proximity to water and application methods. Records of nutrient application rates, methods and timing help with future planning. Thus, proper nutrient management helps the plants to meet their nutrient requirement and to restore the fertility of the soil.