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Soil samples identify key issues such as low pH, which reduces nutrient availability and can damage roots; low calcium and magnesium often accompany acidity. Dolomitic lime corrections and pre-plant fertilization should follow soil-test recommendations. 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Low soil pH (acidity) is the most significant fertility problem identified in soil samples from NC strawberry fields. Soil acidity reduces the availability of essential plant nutrients and potentially damages roots, limiting plant uptake of nutrients and water. Additionally, low calcium and magnesium levels are common in highly acidic soils. Use of dolomitic lime to raise soil pH and increase calcium and magnesium levels takes many months to correct and should be a routine part of mid‐summer land preparation activities. Finally, pre‐planting fertilizer applications should be based on soil test recommendations rather than a fixed rate.  \nPlant tissue analysis should start when spring growth begins and should be done every two weeks throughout blooming and fruiting stages. Whereas the soil test measures the amount of nutrients present in the soil, plant tissue testing determines the level of nutrients that the strawberry plants are actually taking up. The NCDA&CS laboratory measures concentrations of essential nutrients within the strawberry leaves and compares them to established target concentrations at each growth stage. Nutrient deficiencies can be detected and corrected before visual symptoms manifest and crop yields, quality, or both are impacted. Additionally, strawberry tissue analysis measures the petiole nitrate‐nitrogen concentrations, which provide the basis for a precise nitrogen rate recommendation during bloom and fruit development.  \nIn high‐value crops such as strawberries, using a combined strategy of pre‐season soil testing and in‐season plant tissue analysis is an inexpensive and highly effective way to optimize strawberry yield and quality.  \nLAND PREPARATION AND PRE‐PLANTING FERTILIZATION SCHEDULE (June – early September)  \nCollect soil samples. One or more soil samples (depending on production size) should be submitted to the NCDA&CS Soil Testing laboratory in mid‐summer (around early to mid‐June) . Sample turnaround time in mid‐summer is typically five to seven working days from sample receipt. For detailed instructions on how to collect and submit a soil sample, refer to the NCDA&CS Soil Testing Laboratory.  \nApply lime. Apply lime according to soil test recommendations three to four months prior to bed formation (around mid‐ to late June) . Lime should be incorporated into the soil during tillage activities. Dolomitic lime (CaMg(CO3)2) is most commonly used, but calcitic lime (CaCO3)  \ncan also be used when soil tests indicate adequate magnesium, especially on finer textured soils. The target soil pH for strawberries is 6.0 for mineral soils (most soils), 5.5 for mineral/organic soils, and 5.0 for organic soils.  \nApply fertilizers. Evenly broadcast fertilizers over the growing area and lightly incorporate into the soil profile immediately before bed formation. For phosphate (P2O5) and potash (K2O) follow the rates recommended on the soil test report. Pre‐planting phosphate and potash fertilizers commonly used in strawberry production are:  \n􀁸 for phosphate—diammonium phosphate or DAP (18‐46‐0) or triple superphosphate (0‐46‐0)  \n􀁸 for potash—potassium chloride or muriate of potash (0‐0‐60)  \nFor nitrogen (N) apply 60 lb/acre. This is about half of the total 120 lb N/acre seasonal requirement. The remainder of the nitrogen is applied in ~5 lb/acre increments over the 12‐ week growing season as determined by the petiole nitrate‐nitrogen (NO3‐N) analysis.  \nCommonly used pre‐plant N fertilizers are:  \n􀁸 diammonium phosphate or DAP (18‐46‐0)  \n􀁸 ammonium sulfate (21‐0‐0)  \n􀁸 potassium nitrate (13‐0‐44)  \nSulfur (S) . Apply 15 lb/acre. Sulfur can be acquired in fertilizer blends or can be applied using potassium sulfate (0‐0‐50 18% S) . Two other sources are potash magnesium sulfate (0‐0‐22‐23% S) and gypsum (17% S) .  \nBoron (B)","cbCaio4ip6hOVKIQ","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaio4ip6hOVKIQ","pdf",1911657,"English","# Land Preparation and Pre-Planting Fertilization Schedule (June – early September)\n## Collect soil samples\n## Apply lime\n## Apply fertilizers\n# Post-Planting Fertilization and Tissue Sampling Schedule (March thru May)\n## Nitrogen management\n## Tissue sampling and adjustment","[{\"question\":\"Why are soil testing and plant tissue analysis both needed for strawberries?\",\"answer\":\"Soil testing shows nutrient levels available in the soil, while plant tissue testing shows what nutrients the strawberry plants are actually taking up. Together they enable corrections before deficiencies affect yield or quality.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the biggest fertility problem associated with strawberry soils based on soil samples?\",\"answer\":\"Low soil pH (acidity) is identified as the most significant fertility problem, because it reduces nutrient availability and can potentially damage roots, limiting nutrient and water uptake.\"},{\"question\":\"How is nitrogen rate refined during the season?\",\"answer\":\"Weekly nitrogen applications start as spring growth begins, and the remaining weekly N rate is adjusted using tissue test results. The recommendation is derived from nitrate-nitrogen (NO3-N) levels in strawberry petioles, using target ranges for each growth week.\"}]","Strawberry Fertility Management - Soil Testing and Plant Tissue Analysis | PDF",1790537733,23]