Crop Fertilization Based on North Carolina Soil Tests
Table 4.3 North Carolina limestone size requirements
Lime Types
Percent passing
20 mesh
100 mesh
Ground dolomite *
90
35
Calcitic or marl
90
25
Suspended dolomitic
100
80
Pelletized dolomitic §
90
35
* All dolomitic lime must contain a minimum of 6.0% magnesium. § Pelletized lime must be manufactured in a manner that will cause it to slake down when in contact with water.
Pelletized lime has the same neutralizing value as regular agricultural lime.
SOURCE: NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division.
Hardy DH, Tucker MR, Stokes CE. 2013. Crop fertilization based on North Carolina soil tests. Raleigh (NC): North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Agronomic Division. Circular No. 1.
Last Update
February 15, 2013
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