Cereal micronutrient deficiencies are widespread
- Half of the wheat leaf samples submitted for tissue analysis show multiple deficiencies with over half the samples showing deficiencies of zinc, magnesium, copper and manganese.
1 in 2
Wheat crops are not reaching their yield potential
50%
Wheat leaf samples show a deficiency in Zinc, Magnesium, Copper and Manganese
Don't get caught out - prevention is better than cure
- Apply micronutrients before any visual symptoms of deficiency are seen in the field.
- Prevent micronutrient deficiencies to avoid the risk of yield losses or reduced crop quality.
- Different crops have different requirements so use specific micronutrient mixtures based on a crop's requirements
- YaraVita Gramitrel is for cereal crops and contains key micronutrients copper, magnesium, manganese and zinc.
All key micro-nutrients
YaraVita Gramitrel contains Zn, Mg, Cu & Mn - key micronutrients for wheat
Boost natural immunity
Micronutrients, especially Zn and Cu can boost a crop's natural defence mechanisms
Listen to the latest advice
Do you know the roles of micronutrients in cereals?
- All micronutrients have crucial roles in plants.
- Some species have a higher requirement for certain micronutrients and so deficiencies of these are more likely.
- A deficiency of any nutrient or micronutrient will result in loss of yield and quality.
Can you afford to ignore cereal micronutrient deficiencies?
- Potential yield losses caused by micronutrient deficiencies can be significant.
- Trials have confirmed yield increases of up to 0.5 T/ha in wheat.
- The cost of application is relatively low compared to the potential losses due to deficiency.
- Increased natural immunity may reduce pressure on fungicide treatments.
- Apply throughout the growing season for peace of mind and to reduce the risk of micronutrient deficiencies.
£130 per ha
Increased return from applying YaraVita Gramitrel at 2 litres/ha at T1
Extra 0.5 T/ha
Increase in yield from applying YaraVita Gramitrel to wheat at 2 litres/ha at GS 30-31
Recommended micronutrient mixtures
The following crop specific YaraVita micronutrient mixtures are recommended for cereals
Other micronutrient mixtures
Handling YaraVita suspension concentrates
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How much will it cost?
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Extra yield needed to cover cost of application
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