Many farmers are unsure about which fertilizer to use on their crops. Not only is it important to contemplate the nutritional ingredients of your fertilizer, but furthermore, the form in which you decide to apply it can have an impact on your overall yield and the health of your plants. Given the fact that there is no margin for error in the agricultural sector, your choice of fertilizer is an important consideration.
Liquid fertilizer has risen in popularity over the years as many trust that liquid fertilizers provide a more consistent and centralised coating over the field. Kynoch provides a variety of clear fertilizers for your choosing. The specific manufacturing of each fertilizer determines whether or not it is suitable to be used for centre pivots, by determining the pH balance of each liquid to ensure it is the best choice for your yield. If you are considering investing in a fertilizer, here are a few key benefits as well as the effectiveness of liquid fertilizers on your crops compared to granular and other standard fertilizers.
Immediate Effect
Many landowners prefer liquid fertilizer for their fast-acting properties. The liquid filters through the soil immediately, allowing the plants to benefit and see results almost straight away. This also reduces the loss of nutrients into the soil. The evenly spread-out liquids also allow all the plants to equally benefit from the fertilizer when needed.
Ease of Use
Liquids are renowned for their ease of use. Many farmers prefer them to granular fertilizers as granular fertilizers can often drop in patchy patterns across the field. Liquids are also much easier to apply, as it can run through the irrigation system. This means that regardless of the size and nature of your farm, you won’t need heavy machinery to apply the fertilizer.
If you are looking for dry or liquid fertilizer, it is important that you consider your specific soil, yield and fertigation products in order to ensure that your plants get the most out of the fertilizer. To help you with your decision, Kynoch offers tailored fertilizer programs. These programs include farm visits and a bespoke plan specifically designed for you crops and their needs.
If you found this article helpful and you are interested in purchasing fertilizer, be sure to browse our extensive product range on our website. If you’d like some more advice and tips, feel free to contact one of our Kynoch experts for any queries – we’d love to help.
Kynoch’s business operation during the national lockdown.
Dear Valued Customers, Suppliers and Stakeholders
Thank you for your patience during this very challenging situation. Arising from the COVID-19 announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa ordering a national lockdown, we can assure you it will be, as far as possible, business as usual. During the lockdown our focus is on the safety and the well-being of our employees who are at the forefront to support you and your business. We are equally concerned about the safety and continued service to our customers. Therefore, all personnel will be available via email and / or cell phone during this period. We understand you are doing your best to keep food on the tables of South Africans during this time, it is therefore of paramount importance that we join hands with you in continuing to keep the food production supply chain operational.
Our aim is to minimize service disruptions offering the level of quality, responsiveness and support that you have come to expect from Kynoch.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your loyal and ongoing support during these trying times.
Key Contact List during the lockdown period:
Area Marketing Managers
Creditors
Jurgen Smith | jurgen.smith@kynoch.co.za | +27 (0) 83 461 2422
Debtors
Eben Steyn | eben.steyn@kynoch.co.za | +27 (0) 60 972 9987
Head of Finance
Theloshen Moodley | theloshen.moodley@kynoch.co.za | +27 (0) 82 598 2138