Why phosphorus and organic matter matter
Ginger is a short-duration rhizome crop that needs loose, well-drained, organic-rich soil. Organic matter keeps beds friable, and phosphorus supports root and rhizome development.
Published recommendations for ginger
| Input | Published recommendation | Timing | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic manure (Karnataka) | FYM/compost 25 t ha-1; NPK 100:50:50 kg ha-1, with the entire dose of P and K at planting, as recommended by ICAR-IISR for Karnataka | At planting | ICAR-IISR, Ginger (February 2025) |
| Vermicompost (organic system) | Farmyard manure 25–30 t ha-1 along with vermicompost @ 4 t ha-1, as recommended by ICAR-IISR for organic ginger | At planting | ICAR-IISR, Ginger (February 2025) |
| Organic manure + neem cake (Kerala) | Cattle manure or compost 25–30 t/ha at planting, and neem cake 2 t/ha, as recommended by KAU | At planting | KAU, Ginger – nutrient management |
Note: No source gives a bone meal dose.
These are general published recommendations for the crop, quoted as the source gives them. They are not FAMCO product doses. Follow a soil test and your local agriculture or horticulture office.
FAMCO products
Bulk sacks: bulk bone meal supplier. Product details: bone meal and vermicompost. Bone meal lab report (PDF).
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Sources
- ICAR-IISR, Ginger (February 2025) (accessed 26 Oct 2026)
- KAU, Ginger – nutrient management (accessed 26 Oct 2026)