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Can I plant wheat with fertilizer?

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Instead of using a fertilizer, try using an organic compost. Compost is the best thing to amend your soil with for growing wheat.

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Is it possible to grow wheat in a pot on a balcony if it is exposed to the sun?

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Wheat is not recommended for container gardening. There is no size pot that would yield enough wheat to be practical to grow in a container, and growing a dozen or more pots of wheat seems impractical. There are other grass like plants you can grow that will do well in pots.

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How many tons of wheat should be expected from 1 hectare?

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You can expect about 6,000 lbs of wheat from 1 hectare of planting area. This equals about 3 tons.

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Can wheat be grown in a tropical country?

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No it is preferred to be grown in the high land zone, because wheat does not need too much rain.

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What are the disease types and the preventive measures for them when growing wheat?

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Wheat is susceptible to many types of fungi, which can severely reduce your yield. However, the symptoms are usually easy to spot. Do your research and find out what to look for in your part of the world.

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How long does it take for wheat to grow?

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It takes 2-7 months to grow, but it could be longer depending on the temperature of the soil and other conditions.

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What if l want to grow wheat, but it is too early?

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Try 10 seeds and see if it works. Maybe it will.

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Where can I get the wheat seed from?

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Try online. If you are going to buy more than 50 lbs. at a time, find a local grain elevator.

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I'm Nigerian, rain starts in May and ends in September. When is the best time for me to plant wheat?

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Wheat grows best in cool temperatures between 10-25 C with mild rains. You may plant before the winter, as temperatures are about 25 C.

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When should I sow wheat seeds?

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Sow them in the spring and fall. There are specific types for each season.

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When should I use fertilizer on growing wheat, and what is the best land to plant on?

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2 to 3 weeks before planting, put a 1-2 inches thick layer of compost on the soil, and mix it up to 6 inches deep in the soil. (Mix well.) Loamy soil with neutral pH is best for growing wheat.

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How I control fungus on my hydroponically-cultivated wheat grass?

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Fungicide. You can buy it at your local gardening store, and often hardware stores as well.

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How much water does a wheat plant need per day?

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You won’t need to water it unless it goes through a dry spell (about a week without water.)

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How do I grind wheat into flour?

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A blender or food processor will work for small batches of flour. If you don't have one at home, check out your local thrift store.

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How do I plant wheat on a large scale?

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It's probably best to work your way up, starting from assisting others with their farming and perhaps growing a smaller patch first. A large scale is a big commitment and requires access to both expensive tools and the know-how to use them, along with the manpower to assist you in the busy periods.

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