Guidelines for foliar application of elements
- The bottom part of the leaves, where most stomata occur, is important when applying foliar elements.
- Excessive run-off can lead to toxic levels of elements on lower leaves, this can cause leaf burn and loss of leaves.
- You can apply elements at the wrong time.
- For effective absorption of elements through the leaves, base saturation in soils is important.
- Base saturation of Calcium above 60% is required when pH- level in the soil is below 7.
- Products such as Kelp, Humic Acid, Amino Acids, Sugar molecules etc. improves absorption of elements during foliar application.
- Fulvic acid and organic acids open stomata for better absorption of elements into plant systems.
The Top 10 Tips
- Insects and diseases are the symptoms of a crop failing not the cause of it.
- Learn to measure the correct way.
- The use of sprays is an act of desperation in a dying agriculture.
- Excessive use of chemical salts in fertilizers is upsetting plant nutrition.
- Chlorine sterilizes the soil and kills microorganisms.
- Calcium is the “trucker” of all minerals.
- Include a carbon source with every fertilizer.
- Correct soil testing is of the utmost importance.
- Feed soil life with slow release organic material.
- Choose the proper time to spray.