Determine lime and fertilizer needs by soil test. Maintain pH between 6.5 and 7.0.
Barley responds to magnesium if the soil level is low.
In the absence of a soil test, refer to the most recent soil test available for the field and adjust according to the values listed in Table 2-7 . Spring nitrogen recommendations are given in Table 7-2 . Up to 15 pounds of nitrogen and all of the phosphorus and potassium may be broadcast before planting, or a portion may be applied with the drill and the remainder broadcast.