Educational videos

Dr. Patrick Brown discusses the science of boron

One of the world's foremost experts in the agricultural uses of boron, Dr. Patrick Brown is a distinguished professor in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of California Davis. In this video, he discusses the science and importance of borates in agriculture.

By completing this video and quiz, you can earn 1 Certified Crop Advisor CEU in Nutrient Management or Crop Management. In order to receive credit, you must email the completed PDF to usborax.communications@riotinto.com.

Know your soil

Boron deficiency starts in your soil. Learn how soil conditions can affect boron levels and your crop yield.

The basics of boron in agriculture

See how plants use boron and why sufficient boron is important for crop growth.

Refining borate fertilizer at U.S. Borax

Not all boron sources are created equal. At U.S. Borax, our products are fully refined to remove impurities and maximize potential plant uptake.
 

How do plants use boron?

Boron plays a vital role in plant health and crop yield. Learn how plants use this important micronutrient.

Understand plant physiology for complete nutrition

Boron: Helping feed the world

Agriculture needs to become increasingly efficient to feed a growing population. As an essential element for crop growth, boron has a vital role to play.