DAP (Diammonium Phosphate)

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🌱 DAP Fertilizer – A Complete Guide for Farmers



When it comes to crop nutrition, DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) is one of the most trusted fertilizers across India and the world. Farmers rely on it for its balanced supply of nutrients that ensure strong plant growth and better yields.

🔹 What is DAP?

DAP stands for Diammonium Phosphate, a phosphatic fertilizer that contains two major nutrients essential for crops:

  • Nitrogen (18%)

  • Phosphorus (46%)

Unlike other fertilizers, DAP provides both quick energy for crops through nitrogen and strong root development through phosphorus.

🔹 Benefits of DAP Fertilizer

✅ Boosts early crop establishment
✅ Strengthens root development for better nutrient uptake
✅ Enhances flowering and seed setting 🌼
✅ Improves yield and crop quality
✅ Highly soluble → nutrients become quickly available to plants

🔹 How to Apply DAP?

  • Best applied as a basal dose at sowing time.

  • Place near the root zone, not on the soil surface.

  • Avoid using in alkaline soils to prevent nutrient loss.

🔹 Crops That Benefit from DAP

  • 🌾 Paddy

  • 🌿 Wheat

  • 🌽 Maize

  • 🌱 Pulses

  • 🌻 Oilseeds

  • 🍊 Fruits

🌿 Conclusion

DAP is more than just a fertilizer – it’s a foundation for strong, healthy crops. By supplying both nitrogen and phosphorus, it plays a key role in sustainable farming and higher productivity.

At Mrittika Harvest, we are committed to sharing agricultural knowledge that empowers farmers and builds a greener future.

Location: India

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