The work is devoted to methods and means for applying concentrated fertilizers. The article has an analytical character, which is expressed in the fact that the methods and means of mechanization for applying liquid fertilizers are given, as well as excerpts from the works of scientists on the subject under study. The main trend in the development of means for the use of liquid fertilizers is determined, the issues of improving the quality indicators of their work are considered. The technology of using liquid fertilizers and the development of mechanization tools for their application is also justified. The main results achieved so far and the prospects for the development of this direction are presented.