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Sulfur in Farming: Powder vs. Granules – Maximize Yields by Understanding the Difference
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News18•27-09-2026, 16:46
Sulfur in Farming: Powder vs. Granules – Maximize Yields by Understanding the Difference
- •Proper sulfur use is crucial for crops, but understanding the correct type and application method is equally vital for farmers to gain full benefits.
- •Professor Ashok Kumar Singh states sulfur is an essential plant nutrient, used in onions, garlic, pulses, oilseeds, and other commercial crops.
- •Two main types of sulfur are available: wettable sulfur powder (80% WP/WDG) and sulfur granules (e.g., bentonite sulfur 90%), each with different functions.
- •For disease control, use wettable sulfur powder, mixed into a solution and sprayed on plant leaves, effective against fungal diseases like powdery mildew.
- •For improving soil fertility, choose granular sulfur; 25-30 kg per four bighas can be applied during the last plowing, or mixed with ash/sand.
Key Questions Answered
According to agricultural experts, there are mainly two types of sulfur available in the market: wettable sulfur powder (such as 80% WP/WDG) and sulfur granules (such as bentonite sulfur 90%).
Farmers should choose wettable sulfur powder when they want to use it for disease control in crops, as it can be mixed into a solution and sprayed on leaves to manage fungal diseases like powdery mildew.
To improve soil fertility, 25 to 30 kg of sulfur granules can be applied per four bighas during the last plowing, or mixed with ash or sand and spread in the field if the quantity is insufficient.
