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Broad bean

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Boron deficiency in broad beans

The following are symptoms of boron deficiency in broad beans:

  • Terminal bud blackens and dies back
  • Leaves, which are dark green and leathery, fall prematurely
  • Lower leaf surfaces may be yellow or red in color
  • Root development is restricted

Soil Application (Suggested rates of application)

  Granubor Fertibor
LBS/ACRE 4.46 - 6.25 4.46 - 6.25
KG/HA 5.0 - 7.0 5.0 - 7.0

Foliar Application (Suggested rates of application)

  Solubor
LBS/ACRE 2.8
KG/HA 2.0
Value in Use
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