Yara Australia: Fertiliser with flexibility

GLOBAL crop nutrition leader, Yara, has responded to worldwide farmer demand with a range of water-soluble NPK compound fertilisers developed specifically for multi-use delivery via irrigation systems or spreading.

The YaraRega range delivers a balanced and efficient source of essential macro-nutrients for optimal growth and quality with some also supplying micro-nutrients as well.

YaraRega - whose name is derived from the Old Norse word for "rain" - readily dissolves in water for easy and efficient application using pivot, macro and micro sprinklers, low tech drip or furrow irrigation systems.

It also has the added advantage of being able to be broadcast as a soil application prior to anticipated rainfall or irrigation.

Yara Crop Nutrition commercial manager, Paul Eitzen, says it's a great concept, the technology means fertigation is now readily accessible to all vegetable and fruit growers.

The YaraRega range delivers a balanced and efficient source of essential macro-nutrients for optimal growth and quality with some also supplying micro-nutrients as well.

"As a compound fertiliser, there is no nutrient segregation during shipping, handling or spreading," Mr Eitzen said.

"More importantly, they are highly water soluble and can be delivered via macro, micro and overhead sprinklers or furrow irrigation systems.

"This means fertigation is now a practical and cost-effective option for all producers.

"Alternatively, they can be broadcast as a soil application before anticipated rainfall or irrigation if required.

The delivery of a balance of nutrients via irrigation systems can deliver higher yields compared to broadcast application of dry granules.

"We have received great feedback from farmers who have already incorporated YaraRega into their management program.

"They love having the one bag in the shed that can be used for multiple applications. 'Standard' fertilisers are not designed for this type of use and often contain up to 20 per cent 'fillers', coarse and insoluble particles that can block filters and drips.

"YaraRega has less than one percent insolubles and a special coating that protects the granule during handling and storage, allowing the product to be handled using bulk bags while keeping the strength in the compounds to allow ease of spreading."

Mr Eitzen says the delivery of a balance of nutrients via irrigation systems can deliver higher yields compared to broadcast application of dry granules.

"In field trials at Yara's Research Centre in Hanninghof, Germany, demonstrated when utilising an NPK compound fertiliser via irrigation significant yield increases can be obtained," he said.

YaraRega complements the rest of the Yara range, including YaraTera water-soluble NPK crystalline fertilisers for use in hydroponic systems, YaraVita foliar micronutrient fertilisers, YaraLiva calcium nitrate fertilisers and YaraMila NPK compound fertilisers.

"With over 100 years of knowledge and expertise in plant nutrition, Yara can offer expert technical support and a range of decision-making tools and services to help growers get the very best results," Mr Eitzen said.