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USE
on Soil to lower pH or use on Foliar to supply sulfur and nitrogen.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
SULFUR
is recognized as a secondary plant nutrient. It is in the same class
as CALCIUM and MAGNESIUM. All life needs SULFUR to survive. In
plants it is an essential nutrient for two major reasons.
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It is the enzyme activator necessary for the plant to induct nitrogen.
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It is essential for protein synthesis.
SULFUR is a constituent of three amino acids (cystine, methionine and cysteine)
and is therefore essential for protein synthesis. It is essential for
nodule formation on legume roots. SULFUR is present in oil compounds
responsible for the characteristic odors of plants such as garlic and onions.
SULFUR fertilization is required by most legume crops.
SULFUR
is part of the make up of enzymes and proteins. Aids in the metabolic
functions of the plant. Low SULFUR readings in your soil can mean
that you may experience a deficiency in Nitrogen and Manganese.
Most soils
low in sulfur are usually low in organic matter, having a coarse texture, and
probably a high pH. We also know that when a crop supplied with a sufficient
amount of SULFUR, crops are greener and quantity and quality of yields
increase, increasing profits.
It is essential
that crops be kept supplied with sulfur throughout the growing season. Besides
being a necessary nutrient, its natural oxidation process gives beneficial pH
control needed by soil. It also aids in the removal of unwanted soil salts. Very effective for pre-planting.
SUPER
SULTM is 100% water soluble, and immediately
available to the plant. It is a highly concentrated product derived from Ammonium
Thiosulfate with an analysis of 12-0-0-26. Consequently it packs a considerable
nitrogen benefit as well.
Care
should be taken not to over-apply since too much could cause burn.
Be sure to read label directions.
Spotting
a SULFUR deficiency is rather difficult because of it's near characteristic
deficiency sign like that of nitrogen.
However these can be spotted in the
younger plants and leaves much easier.
Symptoms
of SULFUR deficiencies to look for in plants include:
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Young leaves light green to
yellowish in color. In some plants
older tissue may be affected also.
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Small and spindly plants. Stunted in
growth.
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Retarded growth rate and delayed
maturity.
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Inter-venal chlorosis on corn leaves.
Not only
does our SUPER SULTM carry
a high potent SULFUR content, it also has a 12% nitrogen content. SUPER SULTM
can maintain the sulfur supply your crop needs throughout the growing season. |
