What are Chelated Micronutrients?
Chelated micronutrients are also chelated micronutrients. This is a crucial ingredient in plant growth.
Chelated micronutrients are like a delicate technique that wraps micronutrients in a special chemical structure. This structure is like a delicate cage, but it is not imprisoned, but allows nutrients to be released safely at the right time and in the right place for plants to use. Common micronutrients, such as iron, zinc, manganese, and copper, can be chelated to form Chelated Micronutrients.
Watching the natural state of the soil, many micronutrients are difficult to be ingested by plant roots due to factors such as soil pH and redox potential. However, after chelation, its chemical stability is greatly increased, and it has unique physical and chemical properties, which can maintain a soluble and easily absorbed state by plants in complex soil environments.
Take iron as an example. In alkaline soils, iron often forms insoluble compounds, which are difficult to reach plant roots. If iron is chelated to become Chelated Iron, this dilemma can be broken through. It is still soluble in alkaline environments, and plant roots can ingest it smoothly to meet the needs of their own growth and metabolism. Key physiological processes such as chlorophyll synthesis depend on iron.
Chelated Micronutrients are like a good teacher in plant nutrient absorption, guiding micronutrients to precisely reach what plants need. It can improve fertilizer utilization rate and reduce nutrient loss caused by soil fixation and other factors. And by promoting the absorption of micronutrients by plants, it can enhance plant stress resistance, such as disease resistance, drought resistance, cold resistance, etc. In the field of agricultural production, the application of Chelated Micronutrients is an effective way to improve crop yield and quality, and contributes to the protection of food security and sustainable agricultural development.
What are the main roles of Chelated Micronutrients?
Those who chelate trace elements have great power in the field of planting. The growth and reproduction of cover plants need the help of various elements, and the chelation of trace elements is like a good pil, which helps a lot.
One is related to the photosynthesis of plants. Iron, manganese and other chelated trace elements are key components of the photosynthetic system. Iron, in the photosynthetic electron transfer chain, acts as a messenger, making the photosynthetic reaction orderly. Manganese plays a major role in the cracking process of water, catalyzing the decomposition of water into oxygen and protons, which is the key to photosynthetic oxygen production. Without the help of these two, the photosynthetic efficiency will drop sharply, and the growth of plants will also be hindered by it.
Second, it is related to the respiratory metabolism of plants. Chelated trace elements such as copper and zinc are the active core of respiratory enzymes. Copper is a key component of cytochrome oxidase, which catalyzes the combination of electron transfer and oxygen at the end of the respiratory chain, and is an important path for cell productivity. Zinc participates in the synthesis and regulation of many enzymes, and is involved in the respiratory and metabolic pathways of plants to maintain smooth metabolism, so that plants can support various things.
Third, it is related to the growth regulation of plants. Chelated trace elements such as boron and molybdenum have a deep impact on hormone metabolism and signal transduction in plants. Boron can stabilize the cell membrane structure, participate in the metabolism of phenolic compounds, and is related to the transportation and metabolism of auxin, which regulates the growth and development process of plants. Molybdenum is a component of nitrate reductase and nitrogenase. It is crucial for nitrogen metabolism, which affects the nitrogen absorption and utilization of plants, and then affects the growth trend of plants.
Fourth, it is related to the plant's resistance to foreign aggression. Chelating trace elements can strengthen the plant's defense mechanism. Zinc can enhance the activity of plant antioxidant enzymes, scavenge free radicals, and reduce stress damage. Copper also participates in the construction of the plant's antioxidant system, enhancing the plant's resistance to pests and diseases and environmental stress, so that the plant can survive in difficult environments.
In summary, chelating trace elements plays an indispensable role in the whole process of planting, from photosynthesis, respiration, to growth regulation and resistance to adversity, contributing to the flourishing of plants and the fertility of agriculture.
Which crops are suitable for Chelated Micronutrients?
Chelated micronutrients are substances with a special chemical structure, which chelate micronutrients with specific molecules, making the nutrients easier to be absorbed and utilized by organisms. Many crops are suitable for the use of chelated micronutrients, and the following is a detailed description of Jun.
In cereal crops, such as wheat and rice, the growth process requires a lot of trace elements such as iron and zinc. Applying chelated iron and chelated zinc can help plants enhance photosynthesis and improve disease resistance. For example, in wheat at the booting stage, if iron deficiency is easy to cause leaves to turn yellow and reduce photosynthetic efficiency, and timely application of chelated iron can make leaves green, increase wheat grain fullness and improve yield.
In vegetable crops, such as tomatoes and cucumbers, there is a significant demand for trace elements such as boron and manganese. When tomatoes are deficient in boron, it is easy to cause flowers but not fruiting, and fruit deformity. Applying chelated boron can promote pollen germination and pollen tube elongation, improve fruit setting rate, and improve fruit quality. In the early stage of cucumber growth, manganese has a great impact on its enzyme activity. Chelated manganese can help plants thrive and enhance stress resistance.
In fruit trees, citrus, apples, etc. are indispensable for trace elements such as copper and molybdenum. When citrus is deficient in copper, the tree will weaken and the fruit quality will decrease. Timely application of chelated copper can ensure the normal physiological function of the tree and improve the sweetness and color of the fruit. The lack of molybdenum in apples will affect its nitrogen metabolism. The application of chelated molybdenum can regulate nitrogen absorption and transformation, and improve fruit yield and quality.
Flower plants, such as roses and lilies, also need micronutrients in order to present bright flower colors and good ornamental traits. During the growth of roses, iron, zinc and other elements affect their flower color and aroma. The application of chelated iron and chelated zinc can make the flower color more colorful and the aroma more intense. Lilies are sensitive to boron, and chelated boron can ensure the normal development of their flower organs and reduce the appearance of abnormal flowers.
In summary, many crops are suitable for the use of chelated micronutrients during growth and development to meet their requirements for specific micronutrients, thereby increasing crop yield, improving quality, and enhancing stress resistance.
How to Use Chelated Micronutrients Properly?
Chelated Micronutrients, chelating trace elements is also called. If you want to use it properly, you should clarify its properties, methods and appropriate.
In terms of sex, this chelating trace element, by chemical chelation method, makes trace elements complex with specific organic molecules, increasing stability and increasing bioavailability. Different elements such as iron, zinc, manganese, copper, etc., have their own uses. Iron is related to chlorophyll synthesis; zinc is related to enzyme activity and plant growth and development; manganese is involved in photosynthesis and respiration; copper is a component of various enzymes and is related to redox reactions.
In terms of usage, one can be used for soil application. When applying, the amount should be accurate, depending on soil fertility and crop species. Such as loam and clay, the ability to retain fertilizer is different, and the amount of application is different. And should not be applied with alkaline fertilizers to avoid chemical reactions and reduce its effectiveness. Second, it can be used for leaf spraying. Choose morning and evening without wind and sunny days to facilitate absorption. Spray should be uniform, and both sides of the leaf should be reached. Special attention should be paid to the concentration. If it is too thick, it will hurt the leaves, and if it is too thin, it will not be effective.
As for the appropriate use, the critical period of plant growth is very important. Germination, flowering, fruit setting, etc., require a lot of trace elements, and use them in a timely manner to help it grow, bloom, and bear fruit. Such as zinc supplementation during flowering, flower promoter development, and increase fruit setting rate; iron supplementation during fruit setting to prevent fruit physiological diseases.
When using Chelated Micronutrients, it is necessary to carefully check the needs of crops and soil conditions, and use them in a timely and appropriate manner according to the correct method to achieve good results, help crops grow sturdily, and hope for a bumper harvest.
What should I pay attention to when using Chelated Micronutrients?
When applying Chelated Micronutrients, there are many things to pay attention to.
Be the first to bear the brunt and read the instructions carefully. This is a crucial move, like a boat needs to identify the course. The instructions contain key information such as precise dosage, timing of application, and method of application. Do not act rashly and apply it at will without knowing the dose, otherwise it may cause excessive dosage, which is not only beneficial to the crop, but harmful, just like excessive medication, which hurts the root. Knowing the right timing of application is also indispensable. Different crops have different requirements for chelated micronutrients at various stages of growth, and only when applied at the appropriate time can its effect be fully realized.
Furthermore, the mixing and blending during the application process need to be treated with caution. Chelated Micronutrients may sometimes need to be mixed with other fertilizers, pesticides, etc. At this time, its chemical properties must be clarified to ensure that no adverse reactions occur between them. If mixed rashly, chemical reactions may be triggered, or the effectiveness of fertilizers and medicines may be lost, or even harmful substances may be generated, endangering crops. For example, some acidic chelated trace elements are mixed with alkaline pesticides, and this situation may occur.
In addition, soil conditions cannot be ignored. Factors such as soil pH and texture have a significant impact on the absorption and utilization of Chelated Micronutrients. In acidic soils, the effectiveness of some trace elements may change. Therefore, before application, it is advisable to test the soil and adjust the application plan according to the actual soil conditions, so that the chelated trace elements can be better absorbed by the crops and play their nourishing effect.
And the variety of crops varies, and the demand and response to Chelated Micronutrients also vary. Some crops have high demand for specific trace elements, while others have low demand. Be sure to be familiar with the characteristics of the crops you are planting and apply them on demand in order to achieve targeted, accurate nourishment, and help the crops thrive and harvest.