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International Table Grape Conference.
Kelpak team members and clients from around the world recently gathered at the 10th International Table Grape Symposium where time was well spent with partners in the table grape industry.
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Kelpak Achieves CE approval.
A significant milestone has been achieved for Kelpak by attaining the CE mark in the European Union. Kelpak has been approved under the new EU fertiliser regulation affirming the efficacy of the product as a biostimulant.
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Kelpak - breaking new ground.
We are excited to announce that our new global head office, visitor centre and world-class production facility is now underway and expected to come online during the course of 2023, providing increased capacity.
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Table grapes - bigger berries - less inputs.
Using an unconventional application regime, a table grape grower from the Hex River Valley in the Western Cape Province of South Africa achieved a healthy return and significantly bigger berries on his crop this year. Watch the video to find out how.
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Consistent fruit & nut-set using Kelpak
Recently a scientific study was undertaken to investigate the phlorotannin, Eckol, in Kelpak. Compared to the control and a pure Eckol application, Kelpak applied at a 0.6 % solution showed a significantly improved rate of pollen tube growth, essential for proper fruit set.
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Consistent fruit & nut-set using Kelpak
In-depth analysis using high-end microscopy shows significant improvement in both pollen tube growth and development. This directly translates into improved fruit-set in a variety of crops.
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40 years on and still growing
The brand new Kelp Products' Distribution Facility is now operational. As the demand for Kelpak increases globally it has become necessary to aquire a new warehouse to accommodate this incredible growth.
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Kelpak proudly sponsors International Cherry Symposium in Japan
Kelpak was recently invited to present at the 8th International Cherry Symposium in Japan. The event was a resounding success and well attended by researchers, distributors and growers. The conference provided all involved with a useful networking platform as well as valuable insights into Kelpak's advances and benefits in cherry production.
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Significant results on pollen tube growth
Scientists and growers globally recognise that Kelpak consistently enhances beneficial responses in plants. These include improved root and shoot growth, higher yields and increased tolerance to stress. Recent studies demonstrate that Kelpak also significantly increases pollen germination and pollen tube growth that subsequently improves plant fertilization and fruit set.
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Excellent results on avos
Nursery trials conducted in Chile and Mexico showed improved young tree growth with Kelpak application. Field trials in Chile using Kelpak on bearing trees showed yield improvement on both poor and strong flowering avocado trees, when compared to the control. The comparison indicated improved fruit set and retention, better fruit shape, and ultimately higher yields.
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Supporting marine ecology
Kelp Products International recently presented a new inflatable boat to the City of Cape Town in an effort to support marine conservation in the sensitive Cape Peninsula coastal area.
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