KHARIF CROPS
GREEN GRAM / MOONG
Green Gram (Moong) is an important pulse crop in India and help meet the country’s protein needs.
The crop enrich the soil naturally through Nitrogen fixation and reduce fertilizer needs for the next crop.
It’s short duration makes it useful for diversification and additional farm income.
Why Your Green Gram Needs Phosphorus?
Root development
& nodulation
Phosphorus promotes strong root growth and enhances nodulation, which is critical for biological Nitrogen fixation.
Energy transfer
& early growth
It is essential for ATP formation, supporting early plant vigor and establishment.
Yield & pod
development
Adequate Phosphorus improves flowering, pod setting, and seed development, increasing yield.
Green Gram
Recommended Dose of Fertilizers (Kg/ha)
N
20
P
40
K
20
Micronutrient
Not applicable
TSP Dosage: For P Requirement (Kg/ha)
Dose
87
The Best Way to Apply
At the time of sowing by broadcasting.
Selected State: West Bengal
Major Growing States: Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, West Bengal
Source: State-wise Information
