Atlas Fertilizer Package for Corn Cultivation

Introduction

• Purpose: Increase harvest and earnings through proper management and technology.

Land Preparation

• Duration: 2-3 weeks (depends on water availability).
• Timing: Start right after the previous harvest or after a single rainfall for rainfed land.
• Process:
  • Plowing: Use a tractor or carabao with plow to turn over soil and bury weeds/pre-existing crop remains to decompose.
  • Harrowing: Twice at 1-2 week intervals to decompose weeds and smoothen soil.
  • Furrowing: Create furrows with 75 cm spacing between rows.

Fertilization

• Basal Fertilization:
  • Apply fertilizer before planting to aid early growth.
  • Alternative: Apply 7-10 days after planting once seeds germinate.
  • Risk: Late application can slow growth and decrease yield.
• Seed Planting:
  • Hybrid variety: 1 seed per hill.
  • Open-pollinated: 2 seeds per hill.
  • Seed spacing: 25 cm apart, covered with soil.

Weed and Pest Management

• Weed Control:
  • Use herbicides: Pre-emergence for before, post-emergence for after weed germination.
• Pest/Disease Control:
  • Regular field monitoring for early detection.
  • Consult agronomist if issues arise.

Side Dressing

• Timing: Before tasseling stage, 25-30 days post-planting.
• Application: Apply fertilizer 5 cm from plant base, cover with soil.
• Product: Atlas Fertilizers Top Dress 17-017 (contains N, K, S, Ca, Cl).
• Benefit: Strengthens plant resistance against pests and adverse weather.
• Risk: Incorrect timing can reduce yield.

Harvesting

• Physiological Maturity: Check for black layer at kernel base.
• Timing: 55-65 days after silking.
  • Early harvest: Low grain quality due to high moisture.
  • Late harvest: Risk of seed germination on plant.

Conclusion

• Follow the correct package of technology to maximize yield and reduce losses.
• Larger harvests can lead to increased income and improved livelihoods.

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