Crops Fertilizers Agronomy Tip: Manage Issues with Fall Fertilizer Applications A winter or early spring preplant application of fertilizer will be beneficial if you can't make an application this fall. By Successful Farming Staff Successful Farming Staff The content on Agriculture.com is by created by trained journalists who have become subject-matter experts in their fields. You may see some content using the byline "Successful Farming Staff." The content is primarily from information or a press release provided by other entities – such as the USDA, a university, or agricultural company. The press release has been vetted and reviewed by a staff editor. The content is edited and changed to reflect the voice and style of Successful Farming. Successful Farming's Editorial Guidelines Published on September 30, 2019 Close Jason Haegele, Agronomy Manager for WinField United says, "Late harvest has the potential to delay or prevent planned fall fertilizer applications. If phosphorus and potassium applications are not possible this fall, early spring preplant applications are still possible." Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit