January Wheat Sowing: 25% Seed Boost, 25% Fertilizer Cut for Strong Profits

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News18•06-01-2026, 17:02
January Wheat Sowing: 25% Seed Boost, 25% Fertilizer Cut for Strong Profits
- •Cold weather in plains, including Shahjahanpur, impacts wheat germination after early potato harvest.
- •Expert Dr. N.P. Gupta advises increasing wheat seed quantity by 25% for January sowing due to low temperatures.
- •More seeds compensate for poor germination in cold, ensuring sufficient plant count and preventing yield loss.
- •Reduce chemical fertilizers (DAP/NPK) by 25% as late-sown crops absorb less, preventing wastage.
- •This 25% formula balances seed cost with fertilizer savings, ensuring profitability and efficient farm management.
Why It Matters: Farmers can ensure strong wheat yields in January by increasing seeds and reducing fertilizer by 25%.
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