Preparing for the Growing Season

The days are growing longer, and temperatures are steadily rising—there are signs that spring is on the horizon in the Northern Hemisphere. With this change in the weather, now is the perfect time to focus on the nutritional needs of crops for the season ahead, whether they be orchard crops or field crops.

In a recent webinar titled Early Season Nutrition: Setting the Stage for Success, Dr Jason Haegele and Christi Falen from ICL’s North America team explore the benefits of getting early crop nutrition right.

Supporting Crops with Phosphorus

Phosphorus-rich formulations play a key role at this time of year in supporting orchards emerging from winter dormancy and supporting the early development of field crops. Phosphorus encourages strong root development in new crops, as well as established orchard crops , and is important for promoting leaf flushing in orchard crops, helping give them the best start for the coming season. By selecting the right products now, growers can ensure crops receive the optimum nutrition at the right time.

ICL’s water-soluble fertilizers (WSF) are specially formulated to maximize crop yield and quality. Their high purity and full solubility ensure a consistent, reliable nutrient supply, making them ideal for both field and orchard applications.

ICL Agrolution pHLow

Agrolution pHLow is our one-stop fruit and vegetable fertilizer solution, specially tailored for low-pH soils. The high-phosphorus Agrolution pHLow 242 (15-30-15) formula makes it a great early application option for crops on alkali soils.

ICL Nova NPK

For growers with acidic to neutral soils, our water-soluble Nova NPK (12-44-12+TE) fertilizer is rich in phosphorus and enhanced with trace elements to provide excellent nutrition at this critical stage.

Harnessing Biostimulants for Added Reward

BEOZ™ Diamond is an advanced biostimulant from ICL, carefully formulated with organic molecules to encourage the development of a stronger and more extensive root system, and it can be effectively combined with Agrolution pHLow or Nova NPK products to enhance production further.

Foliar Applications

For growers looking to provide crops with the immediate crop nutrition boost of a foliar application, ICL has a collection of water-soluble and liquid fertilizers suited to the needs of all crops. ICL’s Agroleaf liquid, Nutrivant, and Agroleaf Power brands include a diverse collection of foliar formulae perfect for any crop type and nutritional requirements.

Key Benefits of Irrigation and Foliar Application

Foliar and irrigation fertilizer applications deliver nutrients in an accessible form so crops can quickly benefit from nutrient availability for maximum efficiency.

• Efficient Nutrient Delivery: Irrigation systems and foliar sprays ensure quick absorption, delivering the nutrients precisely where and when needed.
• Improved Yield and Quality: Targeted nutrition supports healthy crop development, enhancing fruit size and plant vigor.
• Enhanced Growth and Productivity: Promotes strong, healthy plants and higher yields.
• Cost-Effective Application: The precise and controllable nutrient delivery reduces waste and maximizes efficiency.

Take Action Now

Ensure your crops thrive this season by choosing the right fertilizers and biostimulants. Speak to your local supplier today to get ready for a successful growing season.