If a manager can afford only a limited amount of soluble P fertilizer for a calcareous soil with low phosphorus availability,the best plant growth is likely to be obtained if the P fertilizer is applied _____.
A)well in advance of the plant's main period of nutrient uptake
B)evenly across the entire area to be fertilized and mixed thoroughly with the soil in the root zone
C)in narrow bands or localized concentrations
D)in combination with ground limestone
E)a combination of both B and D would be best

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Applying the limited amount of soluble P fertilizer in narrow bands or localized concentrations can help ensure that it is more readily available to the plants in need, rather than being diluted or immobilized in the surrounding soil. This strategy is often more efficient and effective than broadcasting the fertilizer evenly across the entire area.

If a Manager Can Afford Only a Limited Amount of Soluble