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Blackgrass Autumn Control

July 4, 2014 Published by laurae
Category: Agriculture

04 July 2014

Nutritional Agronomy Note

Blackgrass Problems? Do you have any fields that look like this?
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With unprecedented levels of blackgrass in cereals this year, farmers and agronomists are reviewing how they can improve their blackgrass control.Avadex Excel is well known to provide an excellent corner stone to weed control strategies , but the challenge is finding an efficient and accurate way to apply the product.
How to apply Avadex this AutumnEffective control relies on complete and even coverage and one of the most accurate and convenient ways to apply Avadex is in contractor-applied OMEX suspension fertilisers.  
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Avadex application with Omex Suspension fertiliser is fully recommended by Gowan.

Avadex is tank-mixed in the sprayer during loading of the fertiliser.    
Advantages of applying Avadex Excel 15G in OMEX suspension fertilisers
  • 36 metre, accurate, low ground pressure fertiliser application
  • Unbeatable accuracy of Avadex Excel application – even to the field margin
  • Excellent efficacy of the Avadex Excel:
    • Granules are distributed evenly across the soil surface
    • Granules are held on clods – no “roll down” into crevices
    • Granules activated by moisture in the suspension fertiliser
    • Fertiliser draws moisture, helping maintain activity of Avadex in dry conditions
  • No farm labour required
  • No fertiliser storage, no handling, bag disposal, no wastage
 
Avadex Excel cannot be applied in solution fertilisers and as a guide the following analyses and minimum application rates illustrate what is possible, to be confirmed with your local Omex District Sales Manager :  

ANALYSIS

Min. Application Rate (kg/ha)

Min. Nutrient Applied (kg/ha)

0-16-0

500

80 P₂0₅

0-14-9

500

70 P₂0₅ 45 K₂O

0-12-12

500

60 P₂0₅ 60 K₂O

0-6-18

500

30 P₂0₅ 90 K₂O

 
Minimum order 100ha.Please note that Omex Suspension fertilisers are routinely available for delivery from North Yorkshire to Essex and westward toward the M1 corridor. Other areas may be possible with prior arrangement.Please contact your local Omex representative for more information.  
w99_4662907_scottbakerScott BakerNutritional Agronomist Scottb@omex.com
 
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