Effect of Organic and Inorganic Nitrogen Management and Planting Technique on Nutrient Uptake by Maize Crop

Abstract

Maize production is affected by many factors including climate and soil parameters. Soil parameters may include nutrient availability and management. Maize crop production may also be highly affected by the planting techniques involved in its cultivation. These may in the long run have an impact on the yield realised from a particular enterprise. The research was conducted in 2019-20, at Chhapang Experimental Farm, Dr. KSG Akal Faculty of Agriculture, Eternal University, Baru Sahib, to analyze the effects of organic and inorganic nitrogen management and planting strategies on the nutrition of crops. Experiments were conducted in a split-plot design for 3 replications with 2 main applications (i.e. flatbed and raised bed) and 5 minor treatments (i.e. 100% IO, 100% FYM, 50% IO + 50% FYM, 75% IO + 25% FYM, 100% IO + 25% FYM) and observed at 25, 50 and 75 days after sowing. The results showed that T3 treatment (50% IO + 50% FYM) showed the highest yield from corn and straw. Therefore, the integration of T3 (50% IO + 50% FYM) with organic and inorganic in the raised bed resulted in the best maize. A litter mix of 50% IO + 50% FYM is recommended for maize growth and quality management.