Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius)

Application of FYM   

• Spread 12.5 t of FYM or compost or composted coir pith per ha evenly and incorporate in the soil.
  
• If the manure is not applied before commencement of ploughing, spread the manure evenly before the last ploughing and incorporate in the soil.

NOTE: Do not leave the organic manure exposed to sunlight as nutrients will be lost.
 
Application of Fertilizers  

Apply N at 20 kg/ha basally.