187: The Role of Boron in Plant Nutrition
June 14, 2023
We're shining a spotlight on the often underappreciated yet indispensable nutrient in farming: boron. Join us as we uncover the profound significance of boron for your farm. We’re sharing its vital role in promoting growth and development in your plants. From the fundamental functions it serves in plant nutrition to the telltale signs of boron deficiency, we'll leave no stone unturned. Today Rod dives into practical strategies that you can do to ensure your crops are not hungry for this essential nutrient. This episode is a must-listen!
Episode 187 Highlights ✨
00:53 Boron - what works and what doesn’t?
01:24 2 facts you should consider ß
02:02 You need to know what your boron level is!
03:21 What happens when we don't have enough boron <<
04:26 Do not go for the double whammy there!
05:04 Remember, boron is very mobile in the soil
06:00 The reason for the soil test <
07:42 Do not wait for the visuals!
08:37 The effect of having low boron and lots of sun and lots of heat and lots of drought
09:19 Address your limiting factors!
10:14 Here’s another interesting study <<
12:26 Rod’s recommendations ß
13:32 There are so many things that we can do to make life better!
14:11 Aim for significant impacts only!
15:27 Go pull the soil test, go pull some tissue test. CALL US
16:24 What we're all about - RESULTS
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