- To get a good yield, palms should be fertilized regularly and with a quick frequency,
- Bimonthly applications are more beneficial.
- From 5th year onwards, apply 50 kg of FYM or compost or green manure in two equal splits during June – July and December – January.
- Apply manures and fertilizers in circular basins of 1.8 m from the base of the palm, incorporate and irrigate.
- During 2nd, 3rd and 4th year ¼, ½ and ¾ doses of the above fertilizer schedule should be adopted
- Sufficient moisture should be present at the time of manuring.
- Fertilization may be done at monthly intervals with 75% of the recommended dose of the above fertilizers.
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