Question

Why are manures and fertilizers used in fields? [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

Each point: 0.5 Mark

1. Manures and fertilizers are used in fields to enrich the soil with the required nutrients.
2. Manure helps in enriching the soil with organic matter and nutrients.
3. This improves the fertility and structure of the soil.
4. On the other hand, fertilizers ensure a healthy growth and development in plants.
5. They are a good source of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
6. To get an optimum yield, it is instructed to use a balanced combination of manures and fertilizers in the soil.