Foliar feeding involves applying nutrients directly to plant leaves.
Our high performance liquid foliar fertilisers are designed to promote the most efficient uptake of nutrients through the crops leaves.
Here are a few of the benefits you could gain from foliar feeding your plants:
Minimized Environmental Impact
Foliar-applied nutrients are more efficiently absorbed by plants compared to solid-applied nutrients.
Targeted Nutrition
Applying nutrient solutions directly to the leaves provides the specific nutrients the plant may be lacking. This targeted approach ensures that the plants receive the necessary elements for optimal growth and development.
Hazel trees being sprayed with foliar fertilizers
Overcoming Nutrient Deficiencies
Foliar feeding is especially beneficial in situations where plants are experiencing nutrient deficiencies or when the soil conditions are not optimal for nutrient uptake, due to factors like poor root development, rapid crop growth and stress conditions
Quick Response
Foliar feeding allows plants to quickly absorb nutrients through their leaves, bypassing the slower process of nutrient uptake through the roots
Reduced Leaching
Foliar feeding minimizes the risk of nutrient leaching. Since the nutrients are applied directly to the foliage, they are less likely to be washed away by heavy rainfall, allowing for better nutrient retention.
Avocado leaf after being sprayed with OMEX foliar fertilizers
Improved Nutrient Uptake
Foliar feeding delivers nutrients directly to the active growing parts of the plants, such as the leaves or specific organs, where they are readily available for immediate use by the plant
Flexibility and Adaptability
Foliar feeding can be easily adjusted to meet the changing needs of plants throughout their growth cycle. Growers can tailor the nutrient solutions and application timing to coincide with specific growth stages, ensuring the plants receive the right nutrients at the right time.
Enhanced Plant Health
Foliar-applied nutrients can help improve overall plant health, leading to stronger growth, increased resistance to stress, and improved disease resistance. Improved yield, storage life and quality.
To further explore the benefits of foliar feeding please speak to one of our experts