Nutrients

N Nitrogen
P Phosphorus
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ca Calcium
S Sulphur
B Boron
Cu Copper
Fe Iron
Mn Manganese
Zn Zinc

Maize - Growth retardation

Symptoms
Yellow or white spots may develop on leaves with brown waxy raised streaks as deficiency develops. Growth is stunted with shortened internodes

Reasons
Boron deficiency (right)

Boron deficiency vs. healthy plant made worse by

  • Sandy soils
  • Alkaline soils
  • Soils low in organic matter
  • High levels of nitrogen
  • High levels of calcium
  • Cold wet weather
  • Periods of drought

Boron is important for

  • Improved cob and kernel development
  • Improved crop development
  • Increased yield

Yara recommended fertilisers for Boron

YaraVita BORTRAC 150

YaraVita BORTRAC 150

Maize: 3 l/ha at 6-8 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

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