49K views · 380 reactions | First application of nutrition NPK fertilizer (12-11-18) containing balanced amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, along with sulfur, magnesium, and micronutrients | KVF Orchard and Nursery | Facebook

For cacao, NPK fertilizer is important because it provides the three main nutrients needed for growth and pod production: N (Nitrogen): for leaf and shoot growth, essential for young trees. P (Phosphorus): for root development and flower/pod setting. K (Potassium): very important for pod filling, bean quality, and disease resistance. General NPK Ratio for Cacao Young cacao (nursery to 3 years old): Higher nitrogen is needed. Common mix: 15-15-15 or 16-16-16. Mature, bearing cacao trees (4 years