MicroStart EZ20

The word Micro can leave an impression that these nutrients are not as important to maximize crop production. However, even though the amount required by the crop is small relative to a macronutrient (Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium) the implications of limiting one or more of these essential nutrients can have a dramatic impact on the yield of the crop.

Over the previous number of decades stewardship to micronutrient management has not been a top priority giving rise that our soils being depleted with nutrient removal exceeding application rates.  However, over the last decade there has been a significant increase in micronutrient management as we need to drive the genetic yield potential of the crop.One of the challenges is most of the micronutrients (Zinc, Manganese, Copper and Iron) (with the exception being Boron) have limited mobility in the soil meaning deficiencies can show up immediately in the young seedlings.

To ensure the plant does not ever become micronutrient deficiency it is critical to do a soil application using the proper form and placement to optimize nutrient uptake and efficiency by the plant.