What Precautions One Should Take For Using Biofertilizer?
Biofertilizer packets need to be stored in cool and dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Right combinations of biofertilizer have to be used. As Rhizobium is crop specific, one should use for the specified crop only. Other chemicals should not be mixed with the biofertilizer. While purchasing one should ensure that each packet is provided with necessary information like name of the product, name of the crop for which intended, name and address of the manufacturer, date of manufacture, date of expiry, batch number and instructions for use. The packet has to be used before its expiry, only for the specified crop and by the recommended method of application. Biofertilizer are live product and require care in the storage. Both nitrogen and phosphatic biofertilizer are to be used to get the best results. It is important to use biofertilizer along with chemical fertilizers and organic manures. Biofertilizer are not replacement of fertilizers but can supplement plant nutrient requirements.
