Soil analysis based fertilizer application is best for obtaining good growth of crop along with optimum use of fertilizers. For a good soil structure and soil properties, 10 t ha−1 FYM or 5 t ha−1 compost can be applied three weeks prior to sowing. Using the organic wastes such as FYM provides us with an option of climate resilient crop management module while reducing the chemical fertilizer load [9]. Biofertilizers can also be used as they enhance biological activities of useful microbes in the soil along with improving the crop yield and quality [10]. As the crop responds well to fertilizer, basal application of 15 kg N, 20 kg P, and 20 kg K2O ha−1 can be done, and remaining 30 kg N can be applied as top dressing 60 days after sowing.

The above passage discusses the best practices for fertilizer application to ensure good crop growth and optimal use of fertilizers. Here are the steps outlined:

1. Apply 10 tons per hectare of Farmyard Manure (FYM) or 5 tons per hectare of compost three weeks before sowing. This helps in improving soil structure and properties.

2. Use organic wastes such as FYM. This provides a climate resilient crop management module and reduces the load of chemical fertilizers.

3. Use biofertilizers. They enhance the biological activities of useful microbes in the soil and improve crop yield and quality.

4. Apply a basal dose of 15 kg Nitrogen, 20 kg Phosphorus, and 20 kg Potassium Oxide per hectare.

5. Apply the remaining 30 kg Nitrogen as top dressing 60 days after sowing. This is because the crop responds well to fertilizer application.