However, less attention has been paid to the potassium and chloride supply in these liquid forms. But the crop may need more of both potassium AND chloride later in the season. Indeed, potash deficienciy symptoms were observed in many places across the Corn Belt during the 2000 growing season. When you assess your corn crop this fall, consider the full gamut of possible causes of stalk rot. Fertilizer nutrients aren't going to eliminate stalk rot, but they can help to suppress it.
Corn responses to chloride in maximum yield research.
Chemical composition, nutrient absorption and stalk rot incidence of corn as affected by chloride in potassium fertilizer. All rights reserved.