Barley Planting Time and Method

Barley Planting Time

Barley is generally sown in August and September each year, but due to different climates and regions, the sowing time may vary. In Shandong area, it is generally sown in March and April each year. Due to the influence of climate, the temperature difference between day and night is different, so the sowing time may vary.

Barley Growing Methods

1. Fertilization management: When planting barley, if you want to increase the yield, you need to have good fertilization management. First of all, you need to apply enough base fertilizer, mainly farmyard manure, and then add an appropriate amount of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. During the growth period, you must also apply appropriate topdressing.

2. Water management: Barley has poor drought and waterlogging resistance. Although it prefers a humid growing environment, it is not tolerant to waterlogging. Therefore, when watering, it is necessary to do so according to its growth conditions and avoid causing waterlogging.

3. Prevent lodging: When caring for barley, it is necessary to take preventive measures against lodging. This situation usually occurs after heading, so when planting, there must be a reasonable planting density.

Barley planting precautions

When caring for barley, you must do a good job of water and fertilizer management, avoid excessive application of nitrogen fertilizer, and appropriately increase the use of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers so that it can grow well. In addition, there must be sufficient sunlight during maintenance.