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Adrian Rubi replied to the discussion Silicon as one of the importent nutition for tree healthy and high quality fruit in the forum Regenerative Agriculture 2 years ago
Reply to Silicon as one of the importent nutition for tree healthy and high quality fruit
We conducted numerous tests with compost teas and observed a consistent increase in silicon content in sap testing, occurring in 90% of the cases. While we include small amounts of rock dust in the compost tea (around 20g per hectare), I believe it is the biological components that primarily enhance silicon uptake. In soils with robust…
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Adrian Rubi replied to the discussion SAP analysis on tomatoes in the forum Vegetables 2 years ago
Reply to SAP analysis on tomatoes
Hi Jonathan, I am from Switzerland and work with Phytosolution products in Germany, they chelate micronutrients with “carbonic acid” (probably citric acid). I have had good experiences with Carbo Eco Mn as a foilar. Since your soil already has high Ca levels, I would recommend adding only elemental sulphur to the soil instead of gypsum. Use…
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Adrian Rubi replied to the discussion Is fungi from compost extract consuming the seed? in the forum Broad Acre Crops 2 years ago
Reply to Is fungi from compost extract consuming the seed?
To ensure the complete maturity of the compost before utilization, I consistently conduct a cress test within a sealed chamber. The results typically manifest within just four days, providing a quick and reliable indicator of the compost’s readiness for use. I use Johnson Su Compost since 4 years on tho the seeds an never had a bad…
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Adrian Rubi replied to the discussion Sap analysis report interpretation for Olive Trees in the forum Fruit and Nuts 2 years ago
Reply to Sap analysis report interpretation for Olive Trees
It should be effective to test annual greens under the olive trees to better identify soil deficiencies. We’ve observed consistent results in different years with various crops when implementing in-crop rotations on the same fields. However, variations in micro-nutrients, such as aluminum, iron, and zinc, may occur.
Upon reviewing your…
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Carlton Moore replied to the discussion Introduction? in the forum Soil Health 2 years ago
Thanks so much Ruth! I’ll try to share some more stuff here since I see there is some interest here. Cheers!
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