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Fertilizer Master is a complex water-soluble composition produced by the Italian company Valagro. It has been on the market for over ten years. It has several types, differing in composition and scope. The presence of various trace elements in different proportions makes it possible to select the optimal feeding for a particular crop.
Fertilizer description Master
Using top dressing, you can achieve the following results:
- accelerate the growth of plantings;
- build up green mass;
- activate synthesis, metabolism and cell growth;
- improve the condition of the root system;
- increase the number of ovaries on each plant.
You can apply top dressing in various ways:
- root watering;
- foliar application;
- leaf irrigation;
- drip irrigation;
- point application;
- sprinkling.
The master fertilizer line differs in that it contains chlorine-free water-soluble substances. It can be used for intensive farming in areas with arid climates, with depleted land prone to leaching.
The manufacturer does not prohibit mixing all 9 types of fertilizers from the basic series. To do this, you can take dry compositions and select proportions based on the characteristics of growing certain crops in specific conditions.
Top dressing Master allows you to get a consistently high yield on any soil
Amateur gardeners and farmers should take into account that the original dressings from the Italian manufacturer are presented in the form of water-soluble granules and are packaged in packages weighing 25 kg and 10 kg.
Valagro proprietary formulations are often used for small-packaged packaging by other companies and are sold under similar names. These products tend to be of high quality. In addition, you can find on sale liquid solutions made on the basis of dry Italian raw materials.
Composition Master
The entire line of Master fertilizers is provided with a special marking of the following type: XX (X) .XX (X) .XX (X) + (Y). These designations indicate:
- XX (X) - percentage in the composition of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, or N, P, K;
- (Y) - the amount of magnesium (this element is important for soils prone to leaching).
The composition of the Master fertilizers includes nitrogen in the ammonium form, as well as in the nitrite and nitrate form. By absorbing the latter, plants are able to produce proteins. Ammonium nitrogen differs in that it is not susceptible to leaching and reactions with the soil, which allows plants to receive the necessary nutrition gradually, avoiding deficiency.
Potassium is present in the composition as an oxide. It is required for the production of sugar, which allows you to improve the taste of vegetables and fruits, to make them more pronounced.
The shape of the fruits becomes more correct, they do not have damage, deviations
Phosphates are the elements that contribute to the growth and development of the root system. Their lack threatens that other nutrients will not be absorbed in sufficient quantities.
Fertilizers Master also contain small amounts of the following substances:
- magnesium;
- calcium;
- iron;
- boron;
- manganese;
- zinc;
- copper.
Their role is to participate in metabolic processes, improve the quality of the crop and its quantity.
Fertilizers Master
Valagro presents several varieties of Master fertilizer, designed for different purposes and seasons. According to the ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, they are designated as follows:
- 18 – 18 – 18;
- 20 – 20 – 20;
- 13 – 40 – 13;
- 17 – 6 – 18;
- 15 – 5 – 30;
- 10 – 18 – 32;
- 3 – 11 – 38.
Nitrogen is indicated in the first place in the marking. According to its content, we can conclude at what time of the year top dressing should be applied:
- from 3 to 10 - suitable for autumn;
- 17, 18 and 20 are for spring and summer months.
On the packages of some of the composition from the Master series, there are additional numbers: +2, +3 or +4. They indicate magnesium oxide content. This component is important for the prevention of chlorosis, the enhancement of the production of chlorophyll.
The Master magnesium included in the fertilizers helps plants to absorb nitrogen.
The use of fertilizer Master 20 20 20 is justified for ornamental species, active growth of various conifers, the formation of bunches of grapes, feeding vegetables growing in the open field, field crops.
Application of fertilizer Master 18 18 18 is possible for plants with decorative green leaves. They are applied throughout the growing season by fergitation or leaf spraying. Fertilizer master 18 18 18 is applied at intervals of 9 to 12 days.
Fertilizer master 13 40 13 is recommended to use at the beginning of the growing season. It is saturated with phosphorus oxide, therefore it promotes the development of the root system. In addition, they can be fed seedlings for better survival during transplantation.
The product marked 10 18 32 is suitable for berries and vegetables, during the active formation and ripening of fruits. Apply daily, by fergitation method. Suitable for soils with a high nitrogen content. Promotes the rapid ripening of berries and vegetables, the growth of bulbous crops.
Fertilizer 17 6 18 - a complex with a small amount of phosphorus oxides. It is saturated with nitrogen and potassium, which makes the plants more resistant to adverse or stressful situations. Provides the duration of flowering, so this type of fertilizer Master is suitable for roses.
Pros and cons of Master
Microfertilizer Master has advantages that distinguish it from other dressings, as well as its disadvantages.
pros | Minuses |
Has a wide range | Has a coloring effect |
Plants take root better when transplanted | The ability to burn parts of plants if the dosage is violated |
Fruits and vegetables ripen faster |
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Improves immune defenses |
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Increases productivity |
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Serves as prevention of chlorosis |
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Chlorine free |
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Low electrical conductivity |
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It dissolves well in soft and hard water, has a color indicator of mixing |
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Fertilizer Master is suitable for drip irrigation systems |
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Convenient to use |
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Instructions for use Master
Different types of master fertilizers are used in different ways. The dosage depends on what crops need to be fed, what results should be obtained, for example, abundant flowering or increased productivity.
If the purpose of using the Master fertilizer is prevention, then it is applied by drip irrigation, or by watering from a hose. The recommended amount is from 5 to 10 kg per hectare.
Before using fertilizer, you must carefully read the instructions.
To feed vegetables, you need to prepare an aqueous solution. The manufacturer advises taking from 1.5 to 2 kg of dry mixture per 1000 liters of water.Watering can be carried out at intervals of 2-3 days or less (the interval between procedures depends on the composition of the soil, the amount of precipitation).
Universal fertilizer Master 20.20.20 can be used for feeding various crops as follows:
Culture | When to fertilize | Method of application and dosage |
Decorative flowers | Fertilizer master for flowers is suitable at any time | Spraying - 200 g per 100 l of water, drip irrigation - 100 g per 100 l |
Strawberry | From the emergence of ovaries to the emergence of berries | Drip irrigation, 40 g per 100 m2 of planting area |
Cucumbers | After the appearance of 5-6 leaves, before picking cucumbers | Watering, 125 g per 100 m2 |
Grapes | From the beginning of the growing season to the ripeness of the berries | Fertilizer Master for grapes is applied by drip irrigation, 40 g per 100 m2 |
Tomatoes | From blooming flowers to ovary formation | Watering, 125 g per 100 m2 |
Precautions when working with top dressing Master
When working with fertilizer, safety precautions must be followed. Special care should be taken when using liquid products. Containers for them must be sealed.
Before starting work, you must wear clothing that covers the body and limbs, as well as rubber gloves.
Shelf life of fertilizers Master
To store the herbicide, the Master must choose a closed room where the temperature is maintained from +15 to +20 degrees and low air humidity. It must be protected from direct sunlight. Even with a slight wetting or freezing, the dry mixture by 25% becomes unusable, that is, its effectiveness decreases, and some compounds are destroyed.
Subject to the conditions and tightness of the packaging, the shelf life of the Master feed is 5 years. Before sending the composition for storage, it is recommended to pour it from a paper or plastic bag into a glass container, seal it tightly with a lid.
Conclusion
Fertilizer Master is effective and easy to use. For amateur gardeners or farmers, it is enough to establish which microelements are needed by plants in a certain period of time. It is not difficult to choose a complex with the necessary substances. It remains only to read the instructions and feed the plantings.
