Single Super Phosphate - Plain Granule(GSSP)
- GSSP: Friable / equal size of granules, Non lumpy, guaranteed nutrient.
- Granulated Single Super Phosphate is extensively used in mechanized farming. As compared to PSSP, it is slightly costlier due to the cost of granulation. The use of granulated single super phosphate is more beneficial to the crops as compared to the powdered form. The greatest benefit of using the granulated product is that it dissolves slowly in the water present in the soil so it is available to the crops for a longer time
- On the other hand, the powder dissolves immediately in the irrigation water and becomes readily available. Some part of it is consumed by the plants while the balance goes to the subsoil and is wasted. The powder cannot be used on standing crops as it settles on the leaves and as it is slightly acidic, the leaves are prone to be burnt by it. Another advantage of using the granulated product is that it rolls down the plants and hence can be used on standing crops as well.
- Advantages of GSSP: It increases oil content of groundnut and other oil seeds, helps in improving the quality of cane juice and sugar recovery in canes and increases resistance power of plants against attack of pest and diseases. It also helps to treat sulphur deficient soils and enhance yields.
