May has arrived, and the need to keep an eye on
Peach Twig Borer and mites is very important. Almond
trees continue to grow and partition the major nutrients
into their appropriate structures (i.e. fruiting bodies, trunks, stems,
leaves, etc.). If there is a need to treat the orchard for these
two pest issues, it’s time to make some adjustments to
the foliar and soil nutrition program to help the crop
power through these last two months of growth and
development.
There is a need for continued potassium for
sizing and movement of carbohydrates to the nut
sink during this time. As cell division continues through
the month of May, foliar applications of OMEX® Cell
Power® K25 will supply a low salt index form of
potassium to help manage crop needs.
Also, if your early spring tissue samples are available, this is a good time to
address any issues. If tissue levels show low levels of
boron, this would be a perfect opportunity to apply
OMEX® Cell Power® Boron/Zinc (8%B and 2%Zn) to help
improve the movement of those sugars from the site of
production to the site of use in the nut. Boron and zinc
are the two micronutrients that are typically required
in higher amounts, though that is not to say that any
of the other micronutrients may not be lacking.
Any regional deficiencies seen on the tissue results
can be addressed as well. OMEX®’s Protein Plus
line of protein hydrolysate complexed micronutrient
blends can serve a purpose here. These micronutrients
range from a single product such as Protein Plus 8%
Zinc to something more inclusive such as Cell
Power® Protein Plus® (IMZ) Iron (2%), Manganese (4%)
and Zinc (4%).
Finally, as crop water use is at its peak during the
month of May there may be a need to help with any
water penetration due to the lack of soluble
calcium in the root zone. OMEX® Cell Power® SLYCE
8% is a very soluble and readily available form of calcium manufactured
to help obtain the water infiltration your nut
crops deserve.
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