Nutrient Balance Calculator
Enter applied and removed amounts for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to calculate each nutrient balance locally.
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Enter the amount applied for each nutrient.
- Enter the amount removed for each nutrient.
- Review the surplus or deficit for N, P₂O₅, and K₂O.
Formula
Nutrient balance = nutrient applied − nutrient removed. Positive values are a surplus; negative values are a deficit.
Scope
This is a single-period arithmetic comparison. It does not recommend fertilizer rates or represent multi-year soil trends, storage, losses, or plant availability.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
What does a negative balance mean?
The entered removal is greater than the entered application for that nutrient.
Does this recommend fertilizer?
No. It only compares the two amounts you enter.