Rational fertilizer application is crucial for increasing potato yield and improving quality. This article reviewed the demand and removal of nutrients，especially nitrogen，phosphorus，and potassium，as well as recommended rates of fertilizers for potato based on literatures. It also demonstrated how to achieve the best management practices for fertilizers in potato production，including selecting the right fertilizer product，using the right rate at the right time in the right place，i.e. 4 rights (4Rs) nutrient stewardship. The focus was on how to use 4Rs nutrient stewardship to guide scientific fertilization in potato production，aiming to provide references for rational fertilization for potato.