Role of Sulfur in Citrus Production

Sulfur is an important component of enzymes and other proteins, and is required for chlorophyll formation in citrus production.

Sulfur and yield

Sulfur has a direct effect on yield. In trials, S has provided yield improvements of between 23-57% on S deficient soils.

 

General guidelines for sulfur application

Relatively low levels of sulfur are needed in citrus production because removal is low. However, when supplies are limiting, sulfur has a direct effect on citrus yield. There is often enough sulfur in N-P or N-P-K fertilizers, micronutrient formulations or irrigation water to meet crop needs.

 

Sulfur at citrus growth stages
Fruit Set To improve fruit set and fruit retention

Role of nutrients

Read about the role of other nutrients in citrus production:

Nitrogen

Phosphorus

Potassium

Calcium

Magnesium

Sulfur

Boron

Copper

Iron

Manganese

Molybdenum

Zinc