At the meeting on the ongoing activities of accelerated development of agriculture, it was noted that compliance with the established norms on foliar feeding of wheat, that is, slurry treatment, introduction of local fertilizers into a soil plays an important role in increasing the yield.

At the meeting on the ongoing activities of accelerated development of agriculture, it was noted that compliance with the established norms on foliar feeding of wheat, that is, slurry treatment, introduction of local fertilizers into a soil plays an important role in increasing the yield. These important agrotechnical measures increase the efficiency of mineral fertilizers by 6-8 times and allow reducing the need of plants in water to 20-25 percent.

It was noted that the heads of the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, regional khokimiyats should ensure strict control over the completion by March 30 of activities on processing grain fields by chemical protection means, including a solution of fungicides and herbicides, slurry retreatment of fields once in March and at least twice in April.

Issue of preparation for grain harvesting was also discussed at the meeting. Within the framework of preparation for the season, it is envisaged to check the serviceability of technical means, to inspect the harvesters. Responsible persons were given corresponding instructions on prompt elimination of shortcomings in this area.