Effects of nutrients sources on the growth and yield of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) in Dadin-Kowa, Gombe State, Nigeria

Abstract

Field experiment was conducted at the Teaching and Training Farm, Hinna, Federal College of Horticultural Technology, Dadinkowa. The aim of the research was to determine the effects of nutrients sources on the growth and yield of Okra. The experiment consisted of three levels of poultry manure and control (0, 4, 6 and 8 tha-1) and three levels of N.P.K (20:10:10) fertilizer (100, 150 and 200 kgha-1) which were combined factorially and laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design replicated three times. Data was collected on plant height, number of leafs, leaf area, at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 weeks after planting etc. Based on the findings of this study, plant height, number of leaves, leaf area, number of fruit and fruit diameter had no significant difference.