Micronutrients are important for plant growth and development. Though required in trace amounts, they make a great impact on the plant’s health. They help in increasing biological activity in soil and improving soil health, thereby improving nutrient uptake by plants. There are eight important micronutrients: Chlorine, Copper, Boron, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, and Zinc. Zn is important for improving root development, flowering, and disease resistance in plants, which can help farmers achieve better results.
What is Zinc, and why is it important
It is an important micronutrient that is needed by plants in small quantities, but it is very important for different physiological functions. It is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, nucleic acids, lipids, and protein synthesis.
What happens when plants are deficient in it?
Zinc deficiency is the most common micronutrient deficiency in plants, and crops with its deficiency show impaired growth and reduced yield. Upper leaves show interveinal chlorosis due to its deficiency, and if it is not provided to plants on time, the leaves become white ultimately. Plant leaves remain small and distorted with a rosette form. Its deficiency can also lead to reduced plant growth, small stems and small leaves. Due to its deficiency, there may be delay and less flowering in plants. Its deficiency affects nearly 49% of the arable land and is most common in soils that are alkaline, calcareous, have low organic carbon, and are light textured. Offering Zn-based products helps farmers address this common issue.
Solutions for the deficiency: Peptech Biosciences zinc-based products
We provide premium Zn-based solutions so that retailers and wholesalers can offer farmers an effective way to overcome the Zn deficiency in the crops. Our products help in rapid Zn uptake, boosted enzyme production, and more chloroplast supporting optimal plant growth and maximizing yields.
Benefits of using Zn products:
- High bioavailability of ZnQuick absorption through the plant
- Improves photosynthesis and plant metabolism
- Reduces the risk of Zn deficiency in crops
- Reclaims Khaira disease of rice
Peptech Biosciences offers these products to the retailers and distributors:
Zinc Glycinate
Zinc Oxide 39.5% SC
It is a suspension concentrate fertilizer containing 39.5% Zinc. It is a liquid formulation that can be applied through foliar sprays, fertigation, and soil application. This product has several benefits, such as:
- It contains nanoparticles of zinc, which are easily uptaken by plants
- It is highly concentrated, hence required in a lower dosage
- It boosts nitrogen metabolism in plants
Dosage and application: Spray @ 1.0-1.5 ml/L of water and at the early vegetative stage, as it is the ideal stage for plants to grow rapidly which requires zinc for proper development.
Zinc Glycinate
Zinc Glycinate is a chelated form of zinc bonded with glycine amino acid. As the Zn and Glycine amino acids are bonded together, it makes it easy for the plant to absorb zinc easily and utilize it efficiently. It can be applied only through spray. Its benefits include:
- Zinc-Glycinate can increase the activity of antioxidant enzymes, such as SOD, CAT, and APX, which help eliminate reactive oxygen species (ROS)
- Zn is essential for seed development and increases cytochrome production
- This helps in regulating hormones like tryptophan, which is a precursor to indole acetic acid (IAA). IAA plays an important role in plant growth and development, including cell division, cell expansion, cell differentiation, and fruit development.
Dosage and application: Spray @ 2-2.5 ml/L of water at vegetative stage. In long duration crops, 2 sprays can be applied for optimal results at intervals of 20 days, depending on the need.
Precaution: This should not be mixed with lime, copper, sulphur, or mineral oil based products.
Conclusion
Zinc is important for plant growth and plays an important role in root development, flowering, and disease resistance. Its deficiency can cause a severe impact on plant growth and yield. Peptech Biosciences’s zinc-based products, such as Zinc Oxide 39.5% SC and Zinc Glycinate, offer effective solutions to combat this deficiency. These products can help in its rapid uptake, enhance photosynthesis, and improve enzyme production, ultimately leading to healthier plants and higher yields.
Partner with Peptech Biosciences Ltd. today to provide your customers with products needed for better crop performance. You can drive growth for both your business and the farmers you serve. Reach out to us to learn how Peptech Biosciences’s solutions can help you meet the demands of modern agriculture and ensure long-term success for your customers.
