OmniSure Chelated Trace Elements are advanced micronutrient solutions developed using amino citrate technology.
These fully chelated micronutrients are designed for optimal compatibility with various agricultural chemicals, making them suitable for both foliar and soil applications.
In this Q&A session, Andrew Doecke, Omnia Specialities Innovation and Development Manager, answers some common questions about OmniSure Chelated Trace Elements.
Q: What are the specific advantages of using OmniSure in broadacre cropping?
A: In broadacre cropping, time and efficiency are crucial. OmniSure allows for quick and efficient application of trace elements, meeting the high nutrient demands of high-yielding crops. Its compatibility with various agricultural chemicals reduces sprayer passes, leading to cost savings, reduced machinery wear and tear, and improved application timing.
Q: Why is OmniSure considered easier to use compared to traditional EDTA-based products?
A: OmniSure’s liquid formulation eliminates the issues associated with dust, which are common with traditional EDTA-based products. This makes OmniSure more convenient and safer to handle, by reducing the potential for inhalation hazards and making the application process more efficient.
(L-R) OmniSureZinc + 2,4D versus Competitor Zinc + 2,4D
Q: How does OmniSure ensure excellent nutrient uptake by plants?
A: OmniSure Chelated Trace Elements are formulated to be readily absorbed by plant tissues. This efficient absorption ensures that the nutrients are delivered effectively to where they are needed most within the plant, promoting better growth and health.
Q: Can OmniSure be mixed with other agricultural chemicals?
A: Yes, OmniSure demonstrates exceptional compatibility with a wide range of agricultural chemicals, including challenging ones like 2,4-D amine and propiconazole. This compatibility allows farmers to combine OmniSure with other treatments, reducing the number of sprayer passes required and improving overall efficiency.
Q: What evidence supports the benefits of using OmniSure for zinc uptake in wheat?
A: Studies have shown that OmniSure Chelated Trace Elements have a similar effect on zinc uptake in wheat tissue compared to traditional EDTA products within 10 days of application. This indicates that OmniSure is just as effective in delivering essential zinc to crops.
Graph showing OmniSureZinc matched EDTA for Zinc update and has a similar compatibility profile.
Q: How does OmniSure perform in terms of copper uptake and plant safety?
A: Trial work comparing copper EDTA with OmniSure Cop mixed with Bumper showed that copper EDTA caused significant leaf damage, whereas OmniSure Cop resulted in minimal leaf damage. This highlights OmniSure’s gentler impact on crops while maintaining effective nutrient delivery.
Graph showing OmniSureCrop provides equivalent plant uptake in wheat compared to EDTA with less crop damage.
Q: What makes OmniSure’s chelation technology unique in the Australian market?
A: OmniSure uses a cutting-edge chelation system that mimics the natural process plants use to transport trace elements. This unique technology ensures that the applied trace elements pass swiftly through the leaf cuticles and stomata, ensuring they are transported efficiently to where they are required.
Q: How does OmniSure ensure crop safety?
A: OmniSure’s chelation system mimics the natural nutrient transport mechanisms within plants, resulting in a high level of crop safety. Unlike older chelates that can be metabolized into toxic compounds, OmniSure is designed to avoid causing crop damage, as evidenced by trials in cereals and cotton that showed no leaf or fruit damage.
Q: How does OmniSure perform in terms of foliar efficiency and cost-effectiveness?
A: OmniSure outperforms older chelates and single salt trace elements by allowing more of the applied trace element to penetrate the leaf surface and be transported within the plant. This means lower application rates can achieve the same results, reducing the quantity of trace elements needed and lowering costs associated with purchasing, freight, and handling. Additionally, fewer empty drums need to be managed, further enhancing cost efficiency.
Q: Why should farmers consider OmniSure over other trace element formulations?
A: Farmers should consider OmniSure because it offers a combination of advanced technology, efficient nutrient uptake, excellent compatibility with other agricultural chemicals, and proven benefits in crop health and safety. These factors make OmniSure a versatile, effective, and cost-efficient choice for enhancing crop nutrition and health.
Article written by Omnia Specialities Australia, for Seasons magazine.
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