Nutrient Management in Legume Seed Crops

Little, if any, fertilizer nitrogen is needed by legume seed crops. Measure soil pH, phosphorus, potassium, and boron with a soil test to determine need. Red Clover requires a soil pH above 6.0. Annually apply sulfur before mid-March with other nutrients, if they are needed.

 

Click on the following links to view related OSU Extension Publications:

Soil Acidity in Oregon: Understanding and Using Concepts for Crop Production, EM 9061

Applying Lime to Raise Soil pH for Crop Production (Western Oregon), EM 9057

Red Clover Western Oregon Fertilizer Guide

Crimson Clover, Vetch, Field Peas Western Oregon Fertilizer Guide

Soil Test Interpretation Guide

Monitoring Soil Nutrients Using a Management Unit Approach