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7.7
Ravena, Italy 2023
7.7
Key Conclusions
- Higher yields – up by 7.7% Ultra-localized application at seeding, combined with coated N and P, improved plant establishment in Autumn and further the yield by 7.7%
- Fewer fertilizer applications Application during sowing, eliminates the need of broadcasting extra fertilizers thus saving on labor and fuel costs
- Less fertilizer to handle Using 50 kg of Agromaster Start Mini compared to 150 kg of regular base fertilizers saves labor, transport and storage costs
- Positive ROI – up to 200€/ha extra Taking into account all cost savings, combined with the yield increase, make Controlled Release Fertilizers (CRFs) a reliable solution to fertilize open field soil grown crops
Objective
To evaluate over 2 growing seasons the effect on yield when using Agromaster Start Mini, as a starter fertilizer applied ultra-localized at seeding in high pH soils, compared to broadcasted DAP, as standard base fertilization for Durum wheat.
Trial Details
Trial station
Ravena, Italy
Crop
Maize
Product
Agromaster Start Mini
Assessments
Total yield
Treatments
| Treatment | Product | Timing and application method | N | P2O5 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero P | Ammonium nitrate 34-0-0 | Pre-sowing, broadcasted | 27 | |||||
| Grower Practice | DAP 18-46-0 | Pre-sowing, broadcasted | 27 | 69 | ||||
| Agromaster Start Mini | 12-44-0+5SO3 1-2M, 36% coated N&P | During sowing, ultra-localized in furrows | 6 | 22 |
In Spring, all treatments received extra N-mineral to reach 180 kg/ha units of N, maximum allowed by legislation.
Treatments
| Treatment | Product | Timing and application method | N | P2O5 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero P | Ammonium nitrate 34-0-0 | Pre-sowing, broadcasted | 27 | |||||
| Grower Practice | DAP 18-46-0 | Pre-sowing, broadcasted | 27 | 69 | ||||
| Agromaster Start Mini | 12-44-0+5SO3 1-2M, 36% coated N&P | During sowing, ultra-localized in furrows | 6 | 22 |
In Spring, all treatments received extra N-mineral to reach 180 kg/ha units of N, maximum allowed by legislation.
Results
Agromaster Start Mini, enriched with coated N and P, provides a safe start of the crop improving plant establishment in Autumn and further the final yield. Over 2 growing seasons, Agromaster Start Mini proved that with only 50 kg/ha can bring extra yield, in average by 7.7%.
Agromaster Start Mini is a safe starter fertilizer for all seeded crops, combining ICL’s advanced coating technology with specially selected mini granules. The controlled release of N and P will keep your plants fed in their early stages, without negatively affecting germination and emergence of young plants.
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