Sulphur deficiency-Maize | Yara South Africa

Symptoms
Plant shows stunted, erect growth. Seen from a distance, younger leaves are colored uniformly pale, but when you look at them closely, it's rather an interveinal chlorosis. The yellowgreen leaves show a narrow brown seam along the leaf margin.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency (right) Nitrogen deficiency can cause similar symptoms but begins at the older leaves.

Maize - Growth retardation

Symptoms
Plant shows stunted, erect growth. Seen from a distance, younger leaves are coloured uniformly pale, but when you look at them closely, it's rather an interveinal chlorosis. The yellowgreen leaves show a narrow redbrown seam along the leaf margin and the leaf base has got a tint of the same colour.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency Nitrogen deficiency can cause similar chlorosis but begins at the older leaves.

Maize - Growth retardation

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency Nitrogen deficiency can cause similar chlorosis but begins at the older leaves.

Sulphur deficiency made worse by

Acidic soils
Light, sandy soils (leaching)
Low organic matter
Poorly aerated soils (waterlogged soils
) Areas with low industrial emissions

Sulfur is important for

Green foliage and healthy growth
More effective use of nitrogen by the crop

Yara recommended fertilizers for Sulfur

YaraBela SULFAN

Maize: Exact recommendation depends on soil analysis, yield potential and nutrient management plan. Refer to your local Yara Agronomist for detailed recommendation.