Boron Shakti

Description:

Boron Shakti is a liquid formulation of boron it provides plants a highly soluble, stable, readily available form of boron. Boron is required for all plant growth and plays an important role in the reproductive process of the plant. Boron also influences conversion of nitrogen and carbohydrates into more complex substances such as protein, affects the transfer of sugars within the plant, exerts marked influence on cell division, and aids in the formation of certain membranes. Boron is non-mobile in most plant species and only moderately phloem mobile in others. For this reason it is important to supply plants with adequate amount of boron throughout the growing season. Boron enters the xylem and is transported to the growing (cell dividing) regions of the plant where it is incorporated into leaf or fruit tissue or used in the process of carbohydrate conversion. Boron plays a key role in cellular integrity, providing a key component to the mortar, so to speak, between cells. Research has shown that boron and calcium application in combination yield the best results in regards to tissue rigidity and prolonged shelf life. Boron Shakti should be applied 2 to 3 weeks before bloom and repeated as needed. Generally two or three applications a year are sufficient.

A primary function of boron is related to cell wall formation, so boron-deficient plants may be stunted. Sugar transport in plants, flower retention and pollen formation and germination also are affected by boron. Seed and grain production are reduced with low boron supply. Boron-deficiency symptoms first appear at the growing points. This results in a stunted appearance (rosetting), barren ears due to poor pollination, hollow stems and fruit (hollow heart) and brittle, discolored leaves and loss of fruiting bodies.Boron deficiencies are found mainly in acid, sandy soils in regions of high rainfall, and those with low soil organic matter. Borate ions are mobile in soil and can be leached from the root zone. Boron deficiencies are more pronounced during drought periods when root activity is restricted.

Functions of Boron

The main functions of boron relate to cell wall strength and development, cell division, fruit and seed development, sugar transport, and hormone development. Some functions of boron interrelate with those of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and calcium in plants. Balanced nutrition is essential for optimum crop growth. Soil application or foliar sprays of Boron Shakti can be used to ensure an adequate supply of Boron for optimum growth. Boron (B) is required for all plant growth. Adequate B nutrition is critical for high yields and quality of crops. Deficiencies of B result in many anatomical, biochemical and physiological changes in plants. Plant needs for boron can be applied as Boron Shakti through drip application to soil or foliar sprays during the growing season.

The most important physiological effects of Boron in plants now are thought to be a structural role for Boron in cell walls; a role for Boron in membrane function; and, a stimulation or inhibition of specific metabolic pathways.

Composition: BORON 20% + Emulsifier

Cell wall structure

Boron is involved along with calcium (Ca) in cell wall structure. Boron is involved in the movement of Ca into the plant and in normal Ca nutrition in plants and animals. There is a similarity between bone development in animals and cell wall development in plants. For example, “hollow-heart” in peanuts can occur when a shortage of Boron limits Ca movement, normal cell wall development and cell division.

Cell division

Boron is essential in the actively growing regions of plants, such as root tips, and in new leaf and bud development. This involves the meristematic (growing) tissues in plants or the cells which are rapidly multiplying, allowing plant growth to occur. A shortage of Boron is most often noted by a change in plant structure in these actively growing regions. Boron ensures healthy plant storage tissues and conductive tissues for the transport of water, nutrients, and organic compounds to the actively growing portions in plants. For example, rosetting (stunting) of plants is a common Boron-deficiency symptom, due to a decrease in cell numbers in the apical (upper) growing regions of alfalfa, clovers and other legumes.

Sugar transport

Photosynthesis transforms sunlight energy into plant energy compounds such as sugars. For this process to continue in plants, the sugars must be moved away from the site of their development, and stored or used to make other compounds.Boron increases the rate of transport of sugars (which are produced by photosynthesis in mature plant leaves) to actively growing regions and also in developing fruits. Boron is essential for providing sugars which are needed for root growth in all plants and also for normal development of root nodules in legumes such as alfalfa, soybeans and peanuts.

Functions of Boron in plant nutrition Flowering and fruiting
Boron requirement is much higher for reproductive growth than for vegetative growth in most plant species. Boron increases flower production and retention, pollen tube elongation and germination, and seed and fruit development. For example: A deficiency of Boron can cause incomplete pollination of corn or prevent maximum pod-set in Soybeans.

Plant hormone regulation
Plant hormones, like animal hormones, regulate many growth and reproduction functions. Flower initiation, fruit development, cell wall and tissue formation, and root elongation are all influenced by hormones. Boron plays an important role in regulating hormone levels in plants.

Benefits of Boron Shakti:

	Easy to use liquid formula
	Completely non phyto-toxic when applied at the labeled rate
	Plays an important role in flowering, pollen tube germination formation, metabolism and hormone activity
	Strengthens junction between fruit and stem during fruit formation allowing full growth potential to be achieved Reduces fruit "splitting" and ensures fruit skin is tougher. Improves transportability and keeping quality, increasing shelf life.

Application Rate:

Mix 250 ml of Boron Shakti with 200 ltrs of water and apply as a fine mist spray on the foliage and fruits. Spray foliage until slightly damp.Apply to foliage during early morning or late afternoon. Apply 250ml / acre and 600ml/ hectare.

Content: Elemental Boron

Note: All active constituents are exempt from registration under CIB or FCO. Percentages of active constituents are subject to change due to organic nature of the product and / or vary depending upon the storage conditions and exposure to heat or sunlight.

REGISTRATION DETAILS: Exempt from Reg under Cr No: 16-23/98-CIR-II Dated: 4-12-1998. The product does not fall under the purview of Fertilizer control order or Central Insecticides Board.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:

Store out of sunlight in a cool, dry area inaccessible to children or pets. Rinse container and discard after use in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

Personal Protective Work Clothing: Applicators and other handlers of this product must wear: Long sleeved shirt and pants, shoes and socks, protective eyewear and gloves.