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CultivAcing Knowledge:
Exploring the Fascinating World of Agriculture
When Should Phosphate be Applied to a Crop?
When we think of applying phosphate, we always think of it as a nutrient that is used early in a growing plant. This is, as we all know, a nutrient that is essential for root growth.
Phosphate and Plant Maturity
One of the roles of phosphate in a plant is to hasten plant maturity. The less available phosphate to the plant, the longer it takes for the crop to become mature.