Biotica Research Today | Volume 8 Issue 4 | Pages: 71-73

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OPEN ACCESS | Published on : 29-Apr-2026

Foliar Nutrition with Iron and Zinc for Improving Growth, Yield and Quality of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.)

• Ranvijay Pratap Singh
• JNKVV, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Purushottampur, Panna, Madhya Pradesh (488 001), India

Asha Singh
• Madhya Pradesh State Seed Certification Agency, Panna, Madhya Pradesh (488 001), India

P.N. Tripathi
• JNKVV, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Purushottampur, Panna, Madhya Pradesh (488 001), India

R.K. Jaiswal
• JNKVV, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Purushottampur, Panna, Madhya Pradesh (488 001), India

Abstract

Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is an important oilseed crop valued for its high oil and protein content and its contribution to food and nutritional security. Iron (Fe) and zinc (Zn) are essential micronutrients involved in several physiological and biochemical processes, and their inadequate availability may restrict crop growth and productivity. Foliar application provides an effective complementary approach for supplying micronutrients during critical stages of crop development. Recent studies have demonstrated beneficial effects of chelated Fe and Zn, particularly Fe-EDDHA and Zn-EDTA, on nutrient uptake, growth, yield and quality of groundnut when integrated with soil application. Fe-fortified humic substances and siderophore-producing bacteria have also shown potential for improving Fe nutrition. This article reviews recent findings on Fe and Zn nutrition in groundnut and discusses their implications for integrated micronutrient management and sustainable crop production.

How to Cite

Singh, R.P., Singh, A., Tripathi, P.N., Jaiswal, R.K., 2026. Foliar nutrition with iron and zinc for improving growth, yield and quality of groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.). Biotica Research Today 8(5), 71-73.

Keywords

Foliar nutrition, Groundnut, Iron, Micronutrient management, Zinc

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