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Ammonium Nitrate Hard to Find? Use Urea Instead

Ammonium nitrate (33-0-0) is restricted due to its use in explosives. For food plots, substitute urea (34-0-0), which provides similar nitrogen content and is readily available. Apply when plants are 3–5 inches tall.

Also critical: test soil pH. Wildlife plots often fail due to low pH. Get a soil test through www.georgiasoiltest.com to ensure optimal growing conditions.

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