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Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important cereal crops in the world. Fertilizer is the major input in rice production. This article reviews on general overview of the effects of different fertilizers on the growth, development and production of rice. Growth and yield traits of rice are affected by nutrients deficiency. Soil testing and use of crop nutrient uptake and removal information are important in determining the actual rates of nutrients. Practice of adequate rate and timing of fertilizer application can increase rice yield. Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) are applied as fertilizers in large quantities to rice fields, and a deficiency of either of the nutrient leads to yield losses. The use of micronutrients such as zinc and Sulphur is one of the important inputs that can increase productivity. Application of NPK fertilizer improves rice plant NPK uptake and also increases the grain yield. The integrating organic and inorganic fertilizers enhances the growth parameters and yields of rice. The balanced use of fertilizers improves crop productivity and soil fertility in a sustainable manner without any environmental damage. This study is a useful tool for scientists, farmers and academics who are interested in rice production, research and development.

Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is an important cereal crop that provides ample nutritious calories for humans and animals. The nutrient plays a vital role in the production of wheat. In this review, previous works were evaluated to investigate the role of nutrients, nutrient deficiency and toxicity in wheat. Both macro and micronutrients are necessary for wheat plants. Every nutrient has its own character and is involved in different metabolic processes of plant life. Nutrient deficiency and toxicity conditions inhibit normal plant growth and exhibit characteristic symptoms. For optimal growth, development, and production, plants need all the necessary nutrients in balance. A balanced application of the primary nutrients (N, P, K), secondary nutrient (S) and some other micronutrients (Zn, B) are needed to enhance wheat production. The soil tests and the demand for crop nutrients should be assessed to identify the quantity of fertilizer recommended for the crop. This study would be a valuable means to wheat growers and researchers for sustainable and higher wheat production.

Nutrients are important for plant growth and development. In this review, previous works were evaluated to investigate the role of nutrients, nutrient deficiency and toxicity in rice. Both macro and micronutrients are necessary for rice plants. Every nutrient has its own character and is involved in different metabolic processes of plant life. Nutrients affect the disease tolerance or resistance of plants to pathogens. Nutrient deficiency and toxicity conditions inhibit normal plant growth and exhibit characteristic symptoms. For optimal growth, development, and production, plants need all the necessary nutrients in balance. Integrated nutrient management in rice has many benefits to increase soil fertility and sustainable crop productivity. The information of this review article would be useful to rice growers and researchers for sustainable and higher rice production