Calcium Plus is an amino acid chelate designed to correct soil calcium deficiencies, crucial for plant growth. It enhances micronutrient absorption, boosts pollen germination, regulates enzymes, and supports cell and tissue health. For optimal results, apply Calcium Plus as both soil and foliar spray. It is particularly effective in improving the quality of potatoes and tomatoes, preventing Blossom End Rot (BER).
Tomato Crop
Tomatoes require careful management of environmental conditions and nutrients for optimal growth. Calcium is crucial for cell growth, nutrient transport, and disease resistance, particularly in preventing Blossom End Rot. Applying Calcium Plus addresses soil calcium deficiencies, promoting strong root development and healthy fruit production. Consistent use throughout the growing season enhances overall plant health and yield. For best results, apply Calcium Plus as both a soil and foliar spray.
Major growth stages of Tomato
- Vegetative stage
- Flowering Stage
- Maturity Stage
Crop Management with Calcium Plus at various crop stages
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Vegetative Stage
During the vegetative growth stage, which lasts about 20-25 days, tomato plants concentrate on producing more leaves and stems to support the later development of flowers and fruits. This stage requires a steady supply of calcium throughout the season due to the high demand for Ca. To promote leaf and stem growth, tomatoes benefit from a balanced fertilizer during this period. Additionally, tomato plants focus on developing a strong root system and an abundance of foliage, with vines and lush leaves rapidly growing over the next 20 to 25 days.
Product usage
- Calcium Plus is an amino acid chelate formulated to address soil calcium deficiencies, playing a crucial role in plant growth and development.
- Its unique composition and easy availability enhance the absorption of micronutrients within the plant.
- Calcium Plus promotes uniform growth and enhances root development by facilitating efficient nutrient transport during vegetative stage.
- For application, use 1 gm/L of water or 200 gm/acre as a foliar spray. For drip irrigation, dissolve 500 gm/acre in water to ensure effective distribution to the plant roots.
2. Flowering stage
The flowering stage marks the start of reproductive growth in tomato plants, where the development of flowers is vital for fruit production. Calcium is essential during this stage for cell wall structure, stability, and nutrient uptake, which supports the formation of strong flowers and fruits. It also plays a crucial role in pollen germination. Ensuring adequate calcium levels helps prevent blossom end rot (BER), a common disorder caused by calcium deficiency. Applying calcium during the flowering stage is therefore critical for healthy flower and fruit development in tomato crops.
Product usage
- Applying Calcium Plus during the flowering stage can significantly enhance flower production and overall plant health while reducing the occurrence of blossom end rot.
- For application, use 1 gm/L of water or 200 gm/acre as a foliar spray. For drip irrigation, dissolve 500 gm/acre in water to ensure effective distribution to the plant roots.
3. Maturity Stage
Applying calcium during the maturity stage of tomato crops is crucial for maintaining fruit quality and extending shelf life. Calcium is essential for cell wall structure and stability, helping to maintain fruit firmness and reduce the risk of disorders like blossom end rot (BER). It should be applied consistently throughout the growing season, with particular attention during fruit maturation to ensure optimal fruit quality and storability. Balancing calcium with other nutrients like magnesium and potassium is also important to prevent nutrient lockout and deficiencies, ensuring your tomato plants produce high-quality, firm fruits with a longer shelf life.
Product usage
- Calcium plus facilitates the efficient transport of nutrients to developing fruits, promoting uniform growth and Enhances Root Development.
- Enhances the texture, firmness, and structural integrity of fruits, leading to better quality and more consistent yields.
- It strengthens cell walls in fruits, reducing susceptibility to damage and extending shelf life.
- For application, use 1 gm/L of water or 200 gm/acre as a foliar spray. For drip irrigation, dissolve 500 gm/acre in water to ensure effective distribution to the plant roots.
Potato crop
Calcium plays a vital role in enhancing potato crop quality and production. It strengthens cell wall structure, supports root elongation, and boosts stress tolerance. Additionally, calcium helps prevent tuber quality disorders and improves storage longevity. Due to their low transpiration rates, potato tubers often face calcium deficiency. To ensure sufficient calcium uptake, it should be applied from the vegetative stage through to the tuber formation stage. This practice ensures that tubers and stolon roots are adequately supplied with calcium, leading to improved yield and quality.
Major growth stages of Potato
- Vegetative Stage
- Tubers Formation Stage
- Maturation Stage
Crop Management with Calcium Plus at various crop stages
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Vegetative stage
The vegetative stage in potato crops lasts 30 to 70 days, focusing on developing robust, large plants for higher yield potential. During this period, strong foliage and well-developed roots are essential for initiating tuber growth. Leaves and branch stems develop aboveground, while roots and stolons form belowground. Photosynthesis begins, converting sunlight into energy. Providing essential nutrients like calcium during this phase enhances plant growth and development.
Product usage
- Calcium Plus should be applied during vegetative stage, This ensures that plants receive the necessary nutrients throughout their development cycle.
- to correct the calcium deficiencies in soil and play an important role in plant growth and development. Its unique formula and easy availability boosts absorption of micronutrients inside the plant.
2. Tubers Formation Stage
The tuber formation stage is when the plant starts producing the tubers, or potatoes, that we consume. As the plant grows, it develops small, white tubers underground, which increase in size and number as the plant matures. Providing essential nutrients during this stage is vital for the growth and development of the tubers.
When the tips of the stolons swell, tubers begin to form. This stage is critical for ensuring the plant’s nutrient processes are fully active, leading to successful tuber growth.
Product usage
- Calcium Plus is an amino acid chelate that corrects calcium deficiencies in soil, playing a crucial role in plant growth and development by boosting micronutrient absorption.
- Apply Calcium Plus at the tuber development zone, maintaining optimal moisture levels, especially during early tuber development (cell division) and throughout the growing season.
- Foliar Spray: Use 1 gm/L of water or 200 gm/acre as a foliar spray.
- Drip Irrigation: Dissolve 500 gm/acre in water for drip irrigation to ensure effective distribution to plant roots.
3. Maturation Stage
The final stage of potato growth, known as the maturation stage, is when potatoes are fully mature and ready for harvest. During this stage, starch accumulates in the tubers, causing them to enlarge and develop thick, firm skins that retain moisture. As the tuber skins harden, the leaves and stems above ground dry out and die, transferring the last energy to the tubers. Potatoes can remain underground for a while after the tops die, and they are ready for harvesting when the plant tops turn yellow. Calcium plays a crucial role in this stage by strengthening cell walls, enhancing skin toughness, aiding nutrient transport, improving stress tolerance, and boosting overall quality and yield. Ensuring adequate calcium levels helps produce high-quality, durable potatoes that store well.
Product usage
- Calcium plus facilitates the efficient transport of nutrients to developing fruits, promoting uniform growth and Enhances Root Development.
- Enhances the texture, firmness, and structural integrity of tubers, leading to better quality and more consistent yields.
- It strengthens cell walls in fruits, reducing susceptibility to damage and extending shelf life.
- Foliar Spray: Use 1 gm/L of water or 200 gm/acre as a foliar spray.
- Drip Irrigation: Dissolve 500 gm/acre in water for drip irrigation to ensure effective distribution to plant roots.
Conclusion
Each stage of tomato and potato growth requires careful attention to environmental conditions and regular maintenance. Calcium plays a vital role in cell growth, nutrient transport, and disease resistance, significantly improving fruit quality and reducing disorders like Blossom End Rot. Calcium Plus effectively addresses soil calcium deficiencies, promoting robust plant growth and higher yields. Consistent application ensures healthier, more productive plants with extended shelf life. For optimal results, use Calcium Plus as both a soil and foliar spray throughout the growing season.
