EFFECT OF PHOSPHORUS AND ZINC FERTILIZATION ON BIOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF WHEAT

Abstract

Field trials were conducted to assess the response of conjunctive use of phosphorus and zinc fertilizer on the 1000-seed weight and certain biochemical components of three varieties of wheat (Triticum aestivum) viz: PBW- 343, HW-2425 and NW-1014. Results indicated that the phosphorus and zinc application had an synergistic impact on the 1000-seed weight and protein content of the wheat varieties. The increase in the doses of phosphorus and zinc had a positive impact on all the physical and biochemical characters of the wheat varieties. Application of phosphorus @ 60kg/ha and zinc @ 10kg/ha was found suitable to enhance the nutrient composition and certain bread making qualities of the wheat varieties