Pistachio

{Pistacia vera}

Boron Deficiency in Pistachio

Research in California has shown that foliar applications of Solubor® have increased pistachio yields. (Soil applications of boron are not as effective as foliar applications in supplying sufficient boron for flowering.) The best time for foliar application is from the late dormant to the early bud stages.

Soil Application (Suggested rates of application)

  Granubor Fertibor
LBS/ACRE 3.5-7 3.5-7
KG/HA 3.94 - 7.88 3.94 - 7.88

Foliar Application (Suggested rates of application)

  Solubor
LBS/ACRE 2-5
KG/HA 2.25 - 5.625
Value in Use
Product
Acreage
Current Yield (Per Acre)
Lbs
Expected Sale Price

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