YaraVita BORTRAC 150

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YaraVita BORTRAC 150 is a liquid micronutrient fertiliser containing boron for foliar application to provide additional boron for crops such as brassicas with a high requirement or treat boron deficiencies in a wide range of crops.

Highest Concentration of Boron
High quality and consistent true liquid formulation
No sedimentation

Widest Tank Mixability
Suitable for almost any tank mix
Gives greater flexibility in field recommendations

Excellent Plant Absorption
Quickly taken up by the crop
Very mobile within the plant
Lasting feeding effect

Safe for Crops and Operators
Kind to the crop
Easy to handle liquid formulation
Easy to measure, pour and mix the product in the spray tank

Analysis
15% w/v = 150 g/l B

Pack Size
10 litres and 1000 litres.

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Nutrient composition Product and safety information Product application advice
Filbert / Kentish Cob Nuts

Filbert/Kentish Cob Nuts: 1.5 l/ha applied immediately post-fertilisation (e.g. mid-May) and again 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 500 to 1000 l/ha.

Soil application

Soil Application: 5 l/ha pre-planting or pre-emergence in sufficient water to ensure accurate application.

Conifers

Conifers: 2 applications of 3 l/ha at the start of new season leaf production, and again in early autumn. Water rate: 500 to 1000 l/ha.

Grapevines

Grapevines: 1 to 1.5 l/ha at flower truss visible, at flower buds separated and at fruit set. Also, 1 to 2 l/ha after harvest before leaf senescence. Water rate: 200 to 1000 l/ha.
Strawberry

Strawberry (field grown): 2 applications of 1 l/ha commencing at white bud and repeated 10-14 days later. Also, 2 l/ha applied at regrowth (after harvest). Water rate: 200-500 l/ha. Strawberry (protected): Two applications 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration, applied at green bud and repeated 10-14 days later also post-harvest. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum.
Raspberries

Raspberry (field grown): Two applications of 1 l/ha applied at green bud and white bud. Also, 2 l/ha post-harvest. Water rate: 200 to 500 l/ha. Raspberry (protected crops): Two applications 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration. Applied at green bud and white bud, also post-harvest. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum.
Beetroot

Red Beet: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Turnip

Turnip: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Swede

Swede: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Sugar Beet

Sugar Beet: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 50-200 l/ha.
Potatoes

Potatoes: One application of 1 to 2 l/ha applied one week after 100% emergence. A second application may be made 10 to 14 days later. A further application may be made following petiole analysis, during tuber bulking. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Parsnip

Parsnip: 3 l/ha when crop is 15 cm tall. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals (3 applications maximum). Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Asparagus

Asparagus: 3 l/ha applied to ferns prior to senescence. Water rate: 200 l/ha
Leek

Leek: 3 l/ha applied two weeks after transplanting or in the case of direct sown crops, when the crop is 15 cm tall. For moderate to severe deficiency one or two repeat applications may be necessary at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Lettuce

Lettuce (field grown): 1-2 l/ha 10-14 days after transplanting or emergence. Water rate: 500 l/ha.
Onions

Onion: Up to 2 l/ha as soon as there is sufficient foliage to intercept spray. A second application may be made at the same rate 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Spinach

Spinach: 1 l/ha from 4 to 6 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 day intervals as necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Pumpkin

Pumpkin (Field Grown): 2 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Squash

Squash (Field Grown): 2 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 days intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Protected Crops

Protected Crops: 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum. Refer to equivalent field grown crop for application timing.

Apples

Apples: 1 to 2 l/ha at pink bud, start of flowering and again at petal fall. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Cherries

Cherry: 1-2 l/ha at winter bud and again at pink bud. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Pears

Pears: 1 to 2 l/ha at pink bud start of flowering and again at petal fall. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.

Plums

Plum: 1 to 2 l/ha at winter bud, and again at pink bud. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Maize

Maize: 3 l/ha at 6-8 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Carrots

Carrot: 3 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage or when sufficient foliage to intercept spray. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Fodder Beet

Fodder Beet: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Broccoli

Broccoli: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Brussels sprouts

Brussels Sprouts: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Cabbage

Cabbage: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Calabrese

Calabrese: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Oilseed Rape

Oilseed Rape: For a single application. 3 l/ha at onset of stem extension. For moderate deficiency, 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage and 3 l/ha at onset of stem extension. An extra application can be made between 10 and 14 days later or up to the start of flowering. Water rate: 50 to 200 l/ha.
Kale

Kale: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Cereals

Cereals: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.

Barley

Barley: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Brassica Vegetables

Brassicas: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10 to 14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 50 to 200 l/ha.
Oats

Oats: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Wheat

Wheat: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Rye

Rye: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Sunflower

Sunflower: 2 to 3 l/ha from 2 pairs of leaves up to flower bud stage. Repeat if necessary at 10 to 14 day intervals within this period. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Alfalfa / Lucerne

Lucerne: 1 l/ha every cut or 2 l/ha applied when sufficient leaf cover and repeated every third to fourth cut. Water rate: 50-200 l/ha.

Frijoles

Beans: 2 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Soya bean

Soya Bean: 2 l/ha when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall, repeated at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Lupin

lupin: 2 l/ha at the 4 to 6 leaf stage. Repeat once or twice at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. (For winter varieties apply the repeat sprays at spring re-growth). Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Daffodil

Daffodil: 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Tulips

Tulip (field grown): 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Lily (field grown)

Lily (field grown): 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Peas

Peas: 2 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Filbert / Kentish Cob Nuts

Filbert/Kentish Cob Nuts: 1.5 l/ha applied immediately post-fertilisation (e.g. mid-May) and again 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 500 to 1000 l/ha.

Soil application

Soil Application: 5 l/ha pre-planting or pre-emergence in sufficient water to ensure accurate application.

Conifers

Conifers: 2 applications of 3 l/ha at the start of new season leaf production, and again in early autumn. Water rate: 500 to 1000 l/ha.

Grapevines

Grapevines: 1 to 1.5 l/ha at flower truss visible, at flower buds separated and at fruit set. Also, 1 to 2 l/ha after harvest before leaf senescence. Water rate: 200 to 1000 l/ha.
Strawberry

Strawberry (field grown): 2 applications of 1 l/ha commencing at white bud and repeated 10-14 days later. Also, 2 l/ha applied at regrowth (after harvest). Water rate: 200-500 l/ha. Strawberry (protected): Two applications 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration, applied at green bud and repeated 10-14 days later also post-harvest. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum.
Raspberries

Raspberry (field grown): Two applications of 1 l/ha applied at green bud and white bud. Also, 2 l/ha post-harvest. Water rate: 200 to 500 l/ha. Raspberry (protected crops): Two applications 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration. Applied at green bud and white bud, also post-harvest. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum.
Beetroot

Red Beet: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Turnip

Turnip: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Swede

Swede: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Sugar Beet

Sugar Beet: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications should be made at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals. Water rate: 50-200 l/ha.
Potatoes

Potatoes: One application of 1 to 2 l/ha applied one week after 100% emergence. A second application may be made 10 to 14 days later. A further application may be made following petiole analysis, during tuber bulking. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Parsnip

Parsnip: 3 l/ha when crop is 15 cm tall. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals (3 applications maximum). Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Asparagus

Asparagus: 3 l/ha applied to ferns prior to senescence. Water rate: 200 l/ha
Leek

Leek: 3 l/ha applied two weeks after transplanting or in the case of direct sown crops, when the crop is 15 cm tall. For moderate to severe deficiency one or two repeat applications may be necessary at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Lettuce

Lettuce (field grown): 1-2 l/ha 10-14 days after transplanting or emergence. Water rate: 500 l/ha.
Onions

Onion: Up to 2 l/ha as soon as there is sufficient foliage to intercept spray. A second application may be made at the same rate 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Spinach

Spinach: 1 l/ha from 4 to 6 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 day intervals as necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Pumpkin

Pumpkin (Field Grown): 2 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Squash

Squash (Field Grown): 2 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage. Repeat at 10 to 14 days intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha

Protected Crops

Protected Crops: 0.1 litres per 100 litres water maximum concentration. Water rate: 1000 l/ha maximum. Refer to equivalent field grown crop for application timing.

Apples

Apples: 1 to 2 l/ha at pink bud, start of flowering and again at petal fall. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Cherries

Cherry: 1-2 l/ha at winter bud and again at pink bud. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Pears

Pears: 1 to 2 l/ha at pink bud start of flowering and again at petal fall. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.

Plums

Plum: 1 to 2 l/ha at winter bud, and again at pink bud. 2 l/ha after harvest but before leaf senescence. Water rate: 500-1,000 l/ha.
Maize

Maize: 3 l/ha at 6-8 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Carrots

Carrot: 3 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage or when sufficient foliage to intercept spray. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Fodder Beet

Fodder Beet: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Broccoli

Broccoli: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Brussels sprouts

Brussels Sprouts: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Cabbage

Cabbage: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Calabrese

Calabrese: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Oilseed Rape

Oilseed Rape: For a single application. 3 l/ha at onset of stem extension. For moderate deficiency, 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage and 3 l/ha at onset of stem extension. An extra application can be made between 10 and 14 days later or up to the start of flowering. Water rate: 50 to 200 l/ha.
Kale

Kale: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower: 3 l/ha at 4-6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10-14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Cereals

Cereals: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.

Barley

Barley: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Brassica Vegetables

Brassicas: 3 l/ha at 4 to 6 leaf stage with repeat applications at the above rate at 10 to 14 day intervals for moderate to severe deficiency. Water rate: 50 to 200 l/ha.
Oats

Oats: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Wheat

Wheat: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Rye

Rye: Apply at 1.0 l/ha from the 4 leaf stage to pseudo stem erection, (Zadoks Growth Stage 14 to 30). Apply at 0.5 l/ha from first node detectable to the end of booting, (Zadoks G.S. 31 to 49). Water rate: 30 to 200 l/ha.
Sunflower

Sunflower: 2 to 3 l/ha from 2 pairs of leaves up to flower bud stage. Repeat if necessary at 10 to 14 day intervals within this period. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Alfalfa / Lucerne

Lucerne: 1 l/ha every cut or 2 l/ha applied when sufficient leaf cover and repeated every third to fourth cut. Water rate: 50-200 l/ha.

Frijoles

Beans: 2 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Soya bean

Soya Bean: 2 l/ha when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall, repeated at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
Lupin

lupin: 2 l/ha at the 4 to 6 leaf stage. Repeat once or twice at 10 to 14 day intervals if necessary. (For winter varieties apply the repeat sprays at spring re-growth). Water rate: 200 l/ha.

Daffodil

Daffodil: 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Tulips

Tulip (field grown): 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Lily (field grown)

Lily (field grown): 1 l/ha. Repeat applications at 7 to 14 day intervals commencing when crop is 10 to 15 cm tall. Water rate: 200 l/ha. Do not apply to crops grown under glass or plastic. Do not apply to the crop in flower.

Peas

Peas: 2 l/ha at 10-15 cm stage. For moderate to severe deficiency, a repeat application may be necessary 10-14 days later. Water rate: 200 l/ha.

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