Tag: crop health

Adjuvants are substances added to foliar spray solutions to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and overall performance of the spray. They can modify the properties of the spray solution, improve its coverage, penetration, and absorption by the plant, and optimize the activity of pesticides or foliar nutrients. Here are different types of adjuvants and their roles […]

SAP testing and tissue testing are two common methods used to analyze the nutrient status of plants. Both methods provide valuable information about nutrient levels, but they differ in the type of sample analyzed and the insights they offer. Here’s a comparison of SAP testing and tissue testing: SAP (Plant Sap) Testing: SAP analysis is […]

Sugar transport and grain fill are crucial processes in plants, especially in cereal crops like wheat, corn, rice, and barley, where sugars produced during photosynthesis are transported and utilized to fill and develop grains. This process is fundamental for achieving optimal grain yield and quality. Here’s an overview of how sugar transport contributes to grain […]

Pop-up starter fertilizers, often referred to as “starter fertilizers” or “pop-up fertilizers,” are nutrient-rich mixtures applied to the soil near the seed at the time of planting to provide essential nutrients to young seedlings during early stages of growth. These fertilizers are designed to enhance seedling establishment, promote root development, and support early growth, ultimately […]

Zinc (Zn) is an essential micronutrient for plants, meaning it’s required in smaller quantities compared to macronutrients but is equally vital for plant growth and development. Zinc is a cofactor for numerous enzymes and is involved in various physiological and biochemical processes within plants. It plays a critical role in many aspects of plant growth, […]

Potassium (K) is an essential nutrient for plants and is classified as a primary macronutrient, along with nitrogen and phosphorus. It plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, growth, and development of plants. Potassium is required in relatively large quantities by plants and is involved in several key functions. Here’s a detailed overview of […]

Brassinosteroids (BRs) are growth hormones from the steroid family that are found in all plant species. They have a high-growth promoting activity, particularly in pollen and anthers, and take their name from the pollen of canola (Brassica napus), where they were initially discovered. BRs are involved in the control of cell division, elongation and differentiation […]

Soil salinity can occur naturally or be caused by practices used on the farm – continuously irrigating with water that has a high salt concentration, for example. While some crops are tolerant to saline soils, high concentrations of some salts can be toxic to others. Salinity can also hinder a plant’s uptake of water and […]

Well-balanced nutrition including healthy levels of essential micronutrients like manganese (Mn) plays a key role in a crop’s natural ability to resist diseases. Mn is known as an activator of a crop’s internal defense responses, especially when it comes to root rots. Keep reading to learn more about how manganese supports a crop’s ability to […]

Manganese (Mn) is an essential micronutrient that while needed in small amounts, plays a key role in photosynthesis. Mn sparks the photosynthesis process by splitting water after Photosytem II (PSII) fixes light to initiate the conversion of CO2 and water into carbohydrates. Manganese deficiency is widespread in Canadian Prairies and Eastern Canada, reducing growth and […]