Effect of Molybdenum, Phosphorus and Sulphur on the Yield and Composition of Berseem in Acid Soil

Pot culture experiment was conducted in acid soil of district Nainital, U.P. for investigating the effect of Mo, P and S applications on yield and Mo, S and P contents of berseem (Trifolium alexandrinum). Application of Mo, P and S have significantly increased dry matter yield. 50 kg P₂O₅ plus 0.5 Kg Mo was found to be the best combination. P and Mo contents of Berseem plant were increased significantly by P and Mo application and reduced by S application. Mo × P and Mo × P × S interactions have also shown significant increasing effect on P and Mo contents. S content was increased by S application only. Since Mo×P×S interaction did not show any depressing effect on yield and chemical composition of berseem crop, use of superphosphate along with Mo will be advantageous in berseem cultivation in acidic soil.