The anhydrous ammonia was applied to the soil in the summer when there was adequate moisture. It was applied under moist conditions to try and retain the anhydrous ammonia in the soil and reduce volatilization to the atmosphere. However, under dry conditions one will have a higher loss of nitrogen due to increased ammonia volatilization to the atmosphere. One needs to remember these are preliminary results from one field study and that results may vary depending on changes in environmental conditions and soil types. With this article we are not recommending this nitrogen fertilizer source but rather presenting preliminary results from a field study.
Special equipment is required for application of anhydrous ammonia.
They will deliver and apply the material to your field. The major point to remember is that you want to apply the cheapest source of nitrogen. Thus, one needs to get a delivered and applied cost for anhydrous ammonia when making price comparisons. Back to the Range Cattle Research and Education Center Home Page Back to the Publications Page Back to the Ona Reports Page.