RABI CROPS
Wheat
Wheat is India’s second most important food grain after rice and is a major contributor to national food security.
It is widely cultivated across the Indo-Gangetic Plains and serves as a staple food for a large proportion of the Indian population.
Wheat cultivation supports millions of farmers and contributes significantly to the country’s agricultural economy.
Why Your Wheat Needs Phosphorus?
Root Growth &
Nutrient Uptake
Phosphorus promotes vigorous root development, enabling efficient uptake of water and nutrients during early crop growth.
Grain Yield
& Quality
Adequate phosphorus supports tiller formation, spike development, and grain filling, leading to higher grain yield and improved grain quality.
Stress Tolerance
& Efficiency
Balanced phosphorus nutrition enhances nutrient-use efficiency and helps the crop perform better under moisture and environmental stress.
Wheat
Government Recommended Dose of Fertilizers (Kg/ha)
N
120-150
P
60
K
40
Micronutrient
Not applicable
TSP Ki Paathshala – Recommended TSP Dosage i :
For P Requirement (Kg/ha)
Dose
130
The Best Way to Apply
Apply at the sowing via broadcasting
Selected State: Bihar
Major Growing States: Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra
Disclaimer
The recommended doses of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), sulphur (S) and micronutrients on this page have been compiled from publicly available resources of government agencies and agricultural universities. The Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) dosage has been calculated by our in-house agronomy team based on the recommended phosphorus (P) requirement. This information is a general guide and may vary with soil type, soil test results, crop variety, climate and local conditions. For best results, please adapt the recommendations for fulfilling the nutrient requirements (N,P,K, S and micronutrients) according to your soil, crop and local conditions with the help of an agronomist/agri-extension officer/agricultural expert.