Factors influencing nutrient availability: soil pH

Nutrients must come in contact with the root surface in order to be absorbed by the root. There are three ways in which soil nutrients can reach the root surface: diffusion, mass flow and root interception. Diffusion The movement of nutrients in the soil solution along a concentration gradient. As crops take up nutrients, an…

Temperature Foliar sprays dry quickly when applied at high temperatures, reducing absorption of the nutrients in solution. Light High light intensities can improve foliar uptake. Humidity High humidity favours nutrient uptake through the leaves in two ways; by decreasing the rate of drying of the applied nutrient solutions, and by causing the cuticle to absorb…

Give crops the strength to cope with dry conditions. The Problem: When it’s hot and it hasn’t rained for weeks, how do your crops cope? During times of low water supply, the stomata on the leaves close to prevent water loss. This helps to conserve water in the leaves but it also disrupts the water…

Why Foliar Feed?  Foliar feeding is a powerful way to provide crops with essential micronutrients throughout the growing season. When done properly, foliar fertilization can be more target oriented compared to soil-applied methods, since nutrients can be delivered directly to plant tissue during critical stages of plant growth. Although it doesn’t replace soil nutrition, foliar…

  Short Answer: YES     By supplying proper foliar nutrients, such as those in the TruPhos™ and Plant Activator™ Lines.     The Bad:     Lack of Oxygen:  Wet soil conditions reduce the amount of oxygen in the soils, which leads to anoxic conditions. In these conditions, roots cannot breath and root death occurs….