The principles involved in soil fertility management for small grains are similar to those for many other important feed grains.
Small grains are very important throughout the state.
Since they are often an important component of many cropping systems, nutrient needs must be kept at optimum levels both for small grain and for crops that follow. Soil tests from specific fields are the best way to determine how much lime and fertilizer-supplied nutrients should be added. Some fields may need significant amounts of lime, phosphate, potash, or micronutrients. Other fields may have some nutrient reserves that will permit liming and fertilizing more economically. Furthermore, soil tests will aid in providing an adequate supply of nutrients for subsequent crops.