Biological solutions support low fungicide programmes
Growers can enjoy yield increases and efficacy improvements on crops whilst reducing fungicide inputs, with interventions of natural bio-stimulant products from AminoA.
“AminoA FLO and AminoA BLAAZT have demonstrated significant potential in reducing disease in cereals and other crops, particularly within low or no fungicide programmes,” explains AminoA managing director Richard Phillips.
The natural amino-acid bio-stimulant AminoA FLO is a highly concentrated l-isomer amino-acid complex.
“Trials, conducted by NIAB on winter wheat, saw AminoA FLO produce a statistically significant yield increase above a reduced fungicide programme, and also a significant increase in green leaf retention, highlighting its role in maintaining plant health,” continues Mr Phillips.
The use of AminoA FLO at T0 and T1 stages proved crucial in establishing yield potential and reducing fungicide reliance.
The hybrid bio-stimulant product, AminoA BLAAZT was launched in 2021, reducing the total nitrogen application needed on crops.
“By harnessing the amine form of nitrogen, normally only produced and found in the plant itself, AminoA BLAAZT helps improve yield and quality in all crops,” explains Mr Phillips.
“Not only providing effective nitrogen nutrition, it also reduces the risk of environmental pollution from the run-off of easily leached chemical fertilisers,” he adds.
Formulated to mix with most agrochemicals, improving their efficiency, applying BLAAZT can result in reduced field operations, while significant amounts of the crop’s nutritional requirements can be delivered simultaneously.
“Properly formulated bio-stimulants will not only help reduce the environmental impact of agrochemicals, but our trials and user experiences suggest they can also help reduce grower costs and improve profits,” concludes Mr Phillips.