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Boron and its effects on fruit tree nutrition

:: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 :: Posted By Eduardo Saldanha
Boron and its effects on fruit tree nutrition
Boron (B) is an essential micronutrient for the growth and development of plants and is vital to ensure the quality of fruit. In fruit trees, the flowering and fruiting stages are severely impacted by boron deficiency.

Need a quick-acting boron fertilizer? Spray it!

:: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 :: Posted By Fabiano Silvestrin
Need a quick-acting boron fertilizer? Spray it!
Because boron deficiency is a common crop ailment, it’s lucky that it is easily solved with the proper knowledge and application techniques. One reliable, easy-to-use method is foliar application of boron through spraying liquid solutions.
 

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