Rainfed. NPK application at the period of land preparation and sowing.
Fertilizer schedule
Safflower Fertilizer Schedule
Use the stage cards as a planning checklist, then read country notes for local fertilizer language (rates are not prescriptions).
Stage checklist
Basal NPK with attention to sulfur where soils are deficient.
Split nitrogen if leaching risk is high; keep adequate K for oil quality.
FAO fertilization notes
Excerpts from CropWhen calendar notes that mention fertilizer, manure, NPK, or related terms.
Rainfed and Irrigated. NPK application at the period of land preparation and sowing.
Fertilization in canal irrigated areas should be as follows: one bag urea and one bag DAP, all DAP at sowing and half urea at sowing and half at first irrigation. Like other oilseed crops, it should be sown in lines. In irrigated areas the line to line distance should be 45 cm (1.5 ft)
Fertilization in Barani areas should be as follows: One bag urea and one bag DAP at sowing time/bed preperation.
FAQ: fertilizing Safflower
When should I fertilize Safflower?
Follow the stage cards above (soil prep → planting → mid-season). Exact rates depend on soil tests and local packages — FAO notes below show how growers describe fertilization in different countries.
Can I copy NPK numbers from the notes?
Treat them as historical/field guidance, not a prescription for your plot. Units and products differ by country. Confirm with agricultural extension before applying.
Not a fertilizer prescription. Over-application wastes money and can harm plants and waterways. Follow local extension packages.