Understanding the Major Nutrients

These three booklets were created to develop an understanding and knowledge of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium and their vital role in our environment and crop production. The 24-page full color illustrated booklets can be used separately or together for a complete unit on the three major plant nutrients.
Understanding Nitrogen in Our World: A scientific look at where we find nitrogen, how nitrogen affects our lives, and why nitrogen has such an important role.

Understanding Phosphorus in Our World: Phosphorus is an essential element for both plant and animal growth. This booklet explains the need for phosphorus in producing plentiful and nutritious food.

Understanding Potassium in Our World: Potassium is known as the “quality” nutrient and serves to regulate many of the key functions in plants. Humans and crops must have adequate potassium for good health.