Irrigation-Fertilizer Mistake Ruins Potato Crops, Expert Warns

• Applying urea/DAP with irrigation is incorrect; fertilizers dissolve and move too deep, wasting nutrients and hindering potato tuber development.
• First irrigate the potato field, then apply fertilizers like urea or DAP once the soil has slight moisture.
• The first irrigation should be 12-15 days after planting, or immediately if soil moisture is low at sowing.
• When irrigating furrows, keep one-third dry and irrigate two-thirds to prevent collapse and ensure better yield.

Why It Matters: Proper potato irrigation and fertilizer use prevents crop damage and boosts yield.