Kelpak biostimulant is compatible with most foliar application methods such as the various sprayer types. Sprays vary from 2-4 L/ha. The ratio of Kelpak to water needs to be increased to maintain a 1:300 dilution when volume above 1000 L/ha is used.
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Applying Kelpak biostimulants
KELPAK biostimulantS HAVE A BROAD APPLICATION BASE
The powerful and unique blend of natural compounds found in Kelpak biostimulants are effective in a variety of commonly used crop protection and foliar feed programs used by farmers around the globe:
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Turbo Mist Spray
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Electrostatic Sprayer
Kelpak biostimulant can be used in electrostatic sprayers without causing clogging or blockages. Electrostatic sprayers are mostly used in table grapes at a rate of 4-5 L/ha, and applied in about 80-120 L water/ha.
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Drip Irrigation
Kelpak biostimulant is applied using drip irrigation methods. Apply as pulse at the end of irrigation cycle and do not dilute more than 1:1000.
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Aerial Application
Kelpak biostimulant can also be used in standard aerial applications. Standard rates for foliar application apply. Aerial sprays are applied in approximately 30 L/ha water.
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Root Soak
Bare roots from trees or plants can be soaked in a Kelpak biostimulant solution of 0.5-1% before plant out.
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Soil Drench
Kelpak biostimulant can be applied as soil drench around the root base of trees and plants or seedbeds in a 0.5-1% solution
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Bunch Spray
In table grapes Kelpak biostimulant foliar sprays can be substituted with directed bunch sprays at a 1% dilution.
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Bunch Dip
In table grapes Kelpak biostimulant foliar sprays can be substituted with a bunch dip at a 1% dilution.
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Seed Treatment
Kelpak biostimulant is highly effective as a direct seed dip for coating before planting. Seed coating is recommended at a rate of 5 ml/kg of seed.
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In Furrow Spray
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser can be used as an alternative to dipping, one can spray seed potatoes with Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser at a rate of 1 L/ha directly in the furrow with planter equipment.
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Seedling Tray Dip
Kelpak biostimulant can be used as seedling tray dip. Immerse seedling tray in a 1% solution or apply as a light hand-watering.
Consistent results
Kelpak's efficacy and cost efficiency have led to its position as the market leader in several countries worldwide. It is recommended that our application guide is closely followed and conditions indicated, such as time of day, temperature and weather, are monitored in order to ensure consistent results:
Application rates and timing:
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Metric
CROP RATE APPLICATION ALMONDS 3 L/ha Spray between pink bud to full flower. Repeat at petal fall and at sepal fall BANANA 2-4 L/ha Spray pre-bloom and repeat 3 times at monthly intervals BEANS, DRY/GREEN 2 L/ha Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals CANOLA
(OILSEED RAPE)2–3 L/ha Southern hemisphere: Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage 2–3 L/ha Northern hemisphere: Optional first spray in autumn before winter chill stops vegetative growth. Spray at start of spring growth - rosette stage (BBCH 28-30) CAPSICUMS:
CHILLI PEPPERS, PAPRIKA, PEPPERS, SWEET/BELL1:100 dilution Dip seedling tray (or roots of seed bed plants) in solution, or wet seedling tray before transplant and 2 L/ha Spray 14 days after transplant and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals.
Direct seeded plants receive first foliar application at 3 to 4-leaf stageCARROTS
CHICORY2 L/ha Spray at 4 to 5-leaf stage and repeat 14 to 21 days later CEREALS 2 L/ha Spray at 4 to 5-leaf stage CHERRIES 3 L/ha Spray between white bud and full flower, at petal fall and at shuck split. Spray at straw colour stage and repeat 7-10 days later CUCURBITS:
CANTALOUPE/MELON
CUCUMBER PUMKIN/BUTTERNUT
WATERMELON
ZUCCHINI1:100 dilution Dip seedling tray in solution, or wet seedling tray before transplant and 3 L/ha Spray 14 days after transplant and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals. Direct seeded plants receive first foliar application at 3 to 4-leaf stage FLOWERING & ORNAMENTAL PLANTS 1:100 dilution Dip tray with seedlings in solution, or wet seedling tray/bag before transplant and 1:400 dilution Spray 14 days after transplant. Repeat 2 to 3 times at 21 to 28 day intervals ROSES:
NEW PLANTINGS
ENCLOSED PRODUCTION1:500 dilution Drench the base of newly planted roses or at start of production cycle for established roses at 1 L solution per m2 in flower bed. Repeat after 15 days and 1:400 dilution Foliar spray 15 days after second drench OPEN PRODUCTION 1:400 dilution Foliar spray at start of growth and repeat 14 days later. Repeat at 6 monthly intervals FRUIT TREES
NEW PLANTINGS1:100 dilution Dip bare roots for 5 minutes before transplant or 1:200 dilution Soak seedling bag before transplant or soak soil around trees after plant-out and 1:500 dilution Apply through irrigation system after transplant and 1:300 dilution Spray 3-5 times during early growth at 21 day intervals DECIDUOUS 3 L/ha
(1:300 dilution max)Spray at fruit set (10mm fruit diameter). Repeat twice at 14 day intervals. Optional application at veraison. Do not dilute more than 1:300 with water > 1000 L/ha - APPLES 1:500 dilution To reduce leaf burn, apply in a tank mix with calcium nitrate or chloride sprays EVERGREEN 3 L/ha
(1:300 dilution max)Spray at pre-bloom, full bloom, fruit set and, optional, 14 to 21 days later. Do not dilute more than 1:300 with water >1000 L/ha GARLIC 1:100 dilution
Soak seed pieces for 15 minutes before planting and 2 L/ha
Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 to 21 day intervals HAZELNUTS 3 L/ha
Spray 30 days before fruit-set and 3-5 L/ha Spray 15 days before fruit-set and at fruit set MACADAMIAS 200 ml/
100 L water
Spray 0.2% at start of bloom. Repeat 4 times at monthly intervals during nut set, nut development, nut drop and during shell hardening ONIONS 1:100 dilution Dip tray with seedlings or roots of seedbed seedlings before transplant and 2 L/ha Spray 14 to 21 days after transplant or at 3 to 4-leaf stage for direct seeded plants. Repeat foliar application twice at 14 to 21 day intervals. Do not apply to onions after bulb swelling PEANUTS 2 L/ha Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat 21 days later PEAS 2 L/ha Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals PISTACHIOS 3 L/ha Spray at 50% bloom and repeat 1 month later POTATOES 1 L/ha In-furrow: Spray seed potatoes at planting and 2-4 L/ha Foliar: Spray after emergence at 12-15 cm crown diameter and 2 L/ha Foliar: Spray at tuber-set ± 14 days after first application Rice 1:400 dilution Add to sanitary seed soak for improved germination and initial root growth and 2 L/ha Spray 21 days after emergence or 14 days after transplant and 1–2 L/ha Repeat spray at start of panicle initiation SOYBEAN 5 L/ton Seed treatment: Apply with inoculant at planting or 1 L/ha (1%) In-furrow: Spray with planter as in-furrow spray and 2-3 L/ha Spray between 3-leaf (V3) and first flower (R1) growth stages STRAWBERRIES 1:100 dilution Dip runners/explants in 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out and 3 L/ha Apply foliar spray 3 weeks after plant-out
From start of vegetative growth, apply foliar sprays with 3 week intervalsSUGAR BEET 3–4 L/ha Spray at 4-pair-leaf stage SUGAR CANE:
NEW PLANTING1:300 dilution
2 L/haDip stalks of new plantings, or
Spray stalks in furrow before covering
Spray at 60 to 90 cm leaf length stageESTABLISHED FIELDS 2 L/ha Spray at 60 to 90 cm leaf length stage TABLE GRAPES 2-3 L/ha For bunch stretching: Spray at 2-5 cm shoot length
Repeat 10-14 days laterand 3-4 L/ha
Spray at berry set (4-5 mm berry diameter)
Repeat 3-4 times at 10-14 day intervalsand 3-4 L/ha Spray at veraison and repeat 10-14 days later TOMATOES see Capsicums TURF
GOLF GREEN (NEW)
1:200 dilution
Apply 20 L solution to 100 m2(MAINTENANCE) 1:400 dilution Apply 20 L solution to 100 m2 at monthly intervals SPORTS FIELDS AND FAIRWAYS 2 L/ha Spray at beginning of growing season and repeat 14 days later
Repeat applications after heat of summerTURF FARMING 1:200 Soak stolons for 30 minutes before planting 1:300 Spray 1 month after emergence. Repeat 14 days later VEGETABLES:
LEAF/HEADsee Cucurbits
Do not spray after button formationVINES:
NEW PLANTINGSsee Fruit trees (New plantings) WINE GRAPES 2 L/ha For bunch stretching: Spray at 5-leaf stage RAISIN GRAPES 2-3 L/ha Spray 14 days before flowering, at flowering and at early fruit set STORE IN A COOL PLACE | SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE -
IMPERIAL
CROP RATE APPLICATION ALFALFA 2–3 pts/Ac Spray 21 days after emergence and repeat after each cutting ASPARAGUS 2 pts/Ac Spray after first spear emergence
Repeat 2 to 3 times 14 days apartBARE ROOT TRANSPLANTS 4 pts/
50 galDip roots of plants for 5 seconds prior to transplant BEANS: GREEN, DRY, SOY 2 pts/Ac Spray after 3rd trifoliate and repeat pre-bloom BERRIES: BLUE, BUSH, CANE 3 pts/Ac Spray at start of bloom and repeat at petal fall and pink fruit stages and 3 pts/Ac Spray new growth and repeat twice 21 days apart CARROTS 2 pts/Ac Spray at 3 to 4 leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart CEREALS:
CORN, WHEAT, BARLEY,
CANOLA/OILSEED RAPE3–6
fluid oz/AcSpray as band application on seed with planting and 2 pts/Ac Apply as side dressing with planting; spray at 4 to 5 leaf stage CUCURBITS:
ALL MELONS, CUCUMBER,
PUMPKIN, WATERMELON, ZUCCHINI1:100 Transplants: Dip the seedlings in seedling tray in 1% Kelpak or water trays directly before transplanting and 2–3 pts/Ac Follow up with a foliar spray 14 days later and repeat the foliar spray 14–21 days later and 2–3 pts/Ac Direct seeding: Apply as a foliar spray at the 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat the foliar application twice at 14 day intervals GARLIC 4 pts/
50 galSoak seed cloves for 6 hours before planting and 2–3 pts/Ac Spray at 3rd leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart GRAPES: TABLE, WINE, RAISIN
RACHIS STRETCHING2–3 pts/Ac Spray at 2 to 5 inch shoot growth and repeat 10 to 14 days later BERRY SIZING 3–4 pts/Ac Spray from berry set 3 to 4 times at 10 to 14 day intervals and 4–5 pts/Ac As above with electrostatic applicators BRIX AND COLOR DEVELOPMENT 3–4 pts/Ac Spray at veraison and repeat 10 to 14 days later LEAFY GREENS:
BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUT,
CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER1:100 Transplants: Dip seedling tray roots or roots of plants from seedbed before plant-out and 2–3 pts/Ac Spray 14 days after plant-out and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals LETTUCE: CHINESE, LEAF AND HEAD 2–3 pts/Ac Direct seeding: Spray at 4 to 5 leaf and repeat twice 14 to 21 days apart MINT: PEPPERMINT, SPEARMINT 2 pts/Ac Spray over stolons/rhizomes at planting. Spray established plants at 2 to 4 inch growth stage NURSERY 4 pts/
50 galWater trays or pots in spring and repeat 21 days before transplant ONIONS 2–3 pts/Ac Spray at 3rd leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart ORNAMENTAL PLANTS 4 pts/
50 galWater transplant pots before transplant and 1 pt/
50 galAdd to spray solution of pesticides or foliar nutrients PEAS 2 pts/Ac Spray after 3rd trifoliate and repeat pre-bloom PEPPERS 2–3 pts/Ac Spray at 4th leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart POTATOES 1–2 pts/Ac Spray as band application on seed piece at planting and 2–3 pts/Ac Spray 21 days after emergence and 2 pts/Ac
Spray again 35 days after emergence RICE 2 pts/
100 gal
Add to seed soak water before sowing and 2–3 pts/Ac
Apply by air start of tillering and repeat start of panicle emergence STRAWBERRIES 3 pts/Ac Transplant dip: Dip runners/explants in a 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out and 3 pts/Ac Early growth: Spray 3 weeks after plant-out and 3 pts/Ac At 1st flower: Spray at flowering or +3 weeks after previous application. Spray every 3 weeks thereafter SUGAR BEET 3–4 pts/Ac Spray at 4-pair-leaf stage TOMATOES: FRESH, PROCESSED 1:100 dilution Seedling dip: Water seedling trays or roots with a 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out and 2–3 pts/Ac Foliar spray: Follow up with a foliar spray 14 days after transplant. Repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals TREES: NEW PLANTINGS 4 pts/
50 galDip bare roots of nursery trees in solution before transplanting ALMONDS, APPLE, APRICOT,
NECTARINE, PEACH, PEAR,
PISTACHIO, PLUM, PURNE2–3 pts/Ac Spray at 30% bloom and repeat 2 to 3 times 14 to 21 days apart CHERRY 3 pts/Ac Spray between white bud and full flower stages and 3 pts/Ac Spray at petal fall and 3 pts/Ac Spray at shuck split and 3 pts/Ac Spray at straw colour stage. Repeat the application 7 - 10 days later HAZELNUT 3 pts/Ac Spray at first fully developed leaves and 3 pts/Ac Spray at development of nut clusters and 3 pts/Ac Spray at nut expansion WALNUT, PECAN 3 pts/Ac Spray when catkins are at 50% elongation and 3 pts/Ac Spray at 50% pistillate flowering and 3 pts/Ac Spray 2 weeks after nut set 2 pts/Ac Nursery trees: Reduce transplant shock at orchard establishment. Apply after transplant AVOCADO, CITRUS 3 pts/Ac Spray with start of each foliar flush and repeat 21 days later TURF: SPORTSFIELDS, FAIRWAYS 2 pts/Ac Apply at start of spring growth and after mid-summer heat stress GOLF GREENS 2 fluid oz/
1000 sq ftApply evenly in 2–5 gal water NEW ESTABLISHMENT 4 fluid oz/
1000 sq ftApply evenly in 2–5 gal water APPLY IN ENOUGH WATER FOR ADEQUATE COVERAGE | SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE