182: Unlocking Plant Potential with Foliar Feeding
May 22, 2023
Welcome to another episode! For today's discussion, we’re exploring foliar. By applying essential nutrients this allows for rapid absorption and utilization. Foliar feeding offers numerous advantages, including increased nutrient efficiency, plant health, and yields. It can address deficiencies quickly, especially during critical growth stages. It also allows you to target specific nutrient requirements, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs of your crops. Join us as we dive deeper into the benefits, techniques, and best practices of foliar feeding, uncovering how it can add profitability to your farm.
Episode 182 Highlights ✨
00:45 Why foliar feed?
01:15 Midwest Labs recommendations ß
02:46 Why do we need to test on a field-by-field basis?
03:59 Listen to Rod’s perfect example here <
05:28 Onto the 4Rs …
06:13 The Right product!
07:31 The Right source!
08:19 Tips when you foliar feed <<
09:51 The cuticle …
10:42 Again, the right product is critical
13:11 Your micros and secondaries <
14:49 The Right rate!
16:53 Timing your foliar feeding –
17:38 400 microns? Really?
18:25 Low volume, high pressure …
19:12 The Right place!
20:35 The multiple aspects of being in the right time <
21:13 Plant staging is very important
21:41 See you in the Des Moines area – July 12-13!
22:01 The time of day –
23:07 The Right time!
24:12 A good rule of thumb <<
25:38 Start to get your feet wet
26:07 More about foliar feeding? Reach out to us!
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