Apply a phosphorus fertilizer such as bone meal, rock phosphate, superphosphate, or a balanced NPK fertilizer
Mix compost or well-rotted manure into the soil
Use a phosphorus-rich organic amendment like fish meal or poultry litter
Conduct a soil test before adding phosphorus
Incorporate fertilizer into the root zone rather than leaving it on the surface
Apply according to the crop’s specific phosphorus needs
Maintain proper soil pH for phosphorus availability
Grow cover crops and return plant residues to the soil
Avoid overapplying phosphorus to prevent buildup in the soil
Reapply only as needed based on soil test results