Magnesium deficiency made worse by
- Sandy soils
- Acidic soils
- Potassium rich soils
- Soils receiving high potash applications
- Cold wet periods
Magnesium is important for
- Combats chlorosis giving healthier greener foliage
- Increases alcohol content in berries
- Increases sugar levels in berries
- Prevents and controls grape stem necrosis
Yara recommended fertilizers for Magnesium
YaraVita CROP BOOST
Grapevines: 3 to 5 l/ha at flower buds visible, flower buds separated, fruit set, and early veraison (one month before harvest). Water rate: 200 l/ha.
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Grapevines: 4 l/ha at flower buds visible, flower buds seperated and fruit set. For grape stalk necrosis: 3 to 10 l/ha at pea sized berries. Water rate: 200 to 500 l/ha. N.B. Late applications may leave a deposit on berries which may be of significance for table grapes.
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