Organic micronutrients for agriculture
Micronutrients are essential elements that, although needed in small quantities, play a critical role in plant metabolic processes: photosynthesis, protein synthesis, sugar transport and stress resistance. A zinc, iron or manganese deficiency can reduce yield by 30-40% without evident visual symptoms. Ecoganic micronutrients are in chelated organic form for maximum bioavailability.
Essential micronutrient guide — symptoms and correction
Micronutrient deficiencies are often subclinical — yield drops before visual symptoms appear.
ZINC
Essential for auxin and chlorophyll synthesis. Common deficiency in corn, rice, citrus and fruit trees. Symptoms: small leaves, short internodes, interveinal mottling.
IRON
Key in chlorophyll formation and electron transport chain. Very common deficiency in calcareous soils (pH >7). Symptoms: interveinal chlorosis in young leaves.
MANGANESE
Enzymatic cofactor in photosynthesis (PSII). Deficiency in high pH soils or with excess iron. Symptoms: interveinal chlorosis, similar to iron but in intermediate-age leaves.
BORON
Essential for cell division, fruit set and sugar transport. Critical deficiency during flowering periods. Symptoms: flower abortion, fruit deformations, apical death.
COPPER
Participates in lignification, protein synthesis and resistance to fungal diseases. Deficiency in organic or very sandy soils. Symptoms: chlorosis, wilting of leaf tips.
Organic vs. inorganic form
Why micronutrients in organic form?
- ▸Certified CE 2018/848, NOP USDA and JAS — suitable for certified organic farming
- ▸Chelated organic form — maximum bioavailability and absorption both foliar and root
- ▸No residues in soil or fruit — safety for farmer and consumer
- ▸5 micronutrients in one product — simplifies the fertilization program
- ▸Compatible with drip fertigation and foliar application — no clogging
MICRO PLUS 1-0-0 — composition
Zn
4.00–5.34 %
Mn
1.00–1.64 %
B
1.00–1.64 %
Cu
0.20–0.34 %
Mg
0.49–0.51 %
N
1.00 %
Frequently asked questions
Why is it important to apply micronutrients in organic form?
Micronutrients in inorganic form (sulphates, conventional EDTA chelates) can be effective in the short term but are not certified for organic farming. Ecoganic micronutrients in organic form are bioavailable, compatible with CE 2018/848, NOP USDA and JAS, and do not generate residues in the soil or fruit.
What are the most common micronutrient deficiency symptoms in Mediterranean crops?
In the Mediterranean basin, the most frequent deficiencies are: iron and manganese in calcareous soils (high pH), zinc in corn and rice, and boron in fruit crops during flowering. Ecoganic MICROPLUS 1-0-0 contains the 5 essential micronutrients in a single certified product, simplifying the correction program.
Can micronutrients be applied together with the rest of the fertilization program?
Yes. MICROPLUS 1-0-0 is compatible with the liquid and solid NPK fertilizers in the Ecoganic range. It is soluble in cold water and can be applied by fertigation or foliar spray. Compatibility with calcium should be verified in mixture before application.
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Certified CE 2018/848, NOP USDA and JAS. Made in Málaga. Available in liquid format.