YaraLiva® TROPICOTE®

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YaraLiva TROPICOTE is a high quality calcium nitrate product for field application.

YaraLiva Tropicote is a granular, free flowing material with 90% of particles 2-4mm. Its hygroscopic nature means that it readily dissolves when on contact with the soil in humid conditions or a night dew.

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Almond

Almond: Young trees (1-3 years) benefit from nitrate applications as YaraLiva Tropicote because nitrate nitrogen is readily available as well as soluble calcium for cell wall and membrane formation and soil health. Apply 15-60 lb N/Acre depending on tree age and vigor, at least 1/3 of which should be applied as YaraLiva Tropicote in the early application. Mature trees need 70 lbs of N/Acre for each 1,000 lbs of nut yield goal. Applications should be split throughout the growing season and adjusted to reflect changes in yield goal. Early applications of YaraLiva Tropicote help assure N absorption in cool weather and good nut set. Consult your agronomist for further details.
Apples

Apple: At establishment and for young, non-bearing trees apply .1-.25 pounds N/tree. Utilizing YaraLiva products such as Tropicote(dependent upon application preferences and cultural practices) will supply nitrate N for rapid uptake and vegetative growth. Soluble Ca is also provided which ensures proper cell division and growth during tree establishment. For established orchards, apply 55-70 pounds N/tree is split applications at post harvest and again in spring at flowering. The rate is dependent upon several factors such as soil and tissue analysis as well as variety, tree population and pruning. Calcium is also very important for cell wall strength and to ensure against physiological disorders such as bitter pit. Consult local agronomist for further details and local recommendations.
Beans

Beans: 130-775# YaraLiva® Tropicote®/acre applied in split applications according to soil test as part of your nitrogen management plan; 130# pre-plant, followed by applications 20 days after emergence and prior to flowering. Cease applications of nitrogen prior to pod fill in order to preserve seed quality. YaraLiva® Tropicote®/ is also an excellent source of readily available calcium which important for seed development and plant health. Consult your agronomist for local recommendations.

Broccoli

Broccoli: Apply 500-1000# YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper floret development and head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Cabbage

Cabbage: Apply 500-1000# YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Carrots

Carrot: Apply 300-900 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications depending upon the yield potential and soil test. Apply 30% pre-plant incorporated, followed by the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is very important for carrot root elongation and storage potential. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower: Apply 500-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper curd development and head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Citrus

Oranges: For young trees up to 2 years old apply 1.5-2 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/tree/year. For mature trees apply 900-1400 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19/acre. Apply pre-bloom for best results. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and supplies soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for cell wall strength and to limit physiological disorders such as cracking and creasing. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Cucumber

Cucumber (field grown): Apply 500-950 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre depending upon the yield potential and soil test. Apply up to 50% of the N at planting, apply the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Grape

Table Grapes: Apply 325-650 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to vine age, expected yield, and soil test. Apply 50% N needs prior to bud break and the remainder post-bloom. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for berry quality and firmness as well as disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations. Wine Grapes: Apply 200-500 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to variety, vine age, expected yield and soil test. Apply 50% N needs prior to bud break and the remainder post-bloom. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium helps to reduce berry splitting and increases disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Lettuce

Lettuce (field grown): Apply 375-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to yield potential and soil test. Apply no more than 25% N needs at planting. Apply the remainder in side dress applications. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important in reducing tip burn, and producing crunchy lettuce with a good shelf life. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Pepper

Pepper (field grown): Apply 650-1100 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Apply 25% N at planting followed by the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important in preventing disorders such as blossom end rot and scald. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Potatoes

Potatoes: General applications of 50-100 lb of Nitrogen through Tropicote during early bulking as part of your total Nitrogen plan are recommended. This rate provides fast acting nitrate nitrogen and much needed soluble calcium for tuber quality. Rates may vary with location, variety and potential yields, consult your local agronomist for further details.
Raspberries

Raspberry: Apply 400-700# of YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca per acre in 2-3 split applications, according to soil test, variety and yield estimates. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm berries with good shelf life and helps with disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Spinach

Spinach: Apply 500-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications. Apply 50% N needs pre-plant incorporated, followed by remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for high quality spinach with well formed leaves and good post harvest shelf life. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Strawberries

Strawberry (field grown): Apply 375-1200 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Apply 50% prior to pegging, with the remainder side dressed. For perennial plantings, apply 125-250 lbs Tropicote®/acre post harvest. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm berries with good shelf life and helps with disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Tobacco

Tobacco: Apply 200 lbs/acre YaraLiva® Tropicote® as a side dress 10-14 days after transplant. Tropicote® supplies tobacco with the desired Nitrate form of nitrogen for rapid uptake and fast growth. Tropicote® supplies 19% water soluble calcium which is important for cellular division and growth and contributes to disease tolerance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Tomato

Tomato (field grown): Apply 600-1200 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm fleshed fruit as well as preventing disorders such as blossom end rot. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Almond

Almond: Young trees (1-3 years) benefit from nitrate applications as YaraLiva Tropicote because nitrate nitrogen is readily available as well as soluble calcium for cell wall and membrane formation and soil health. Apply 15-60 lb N/Acre depending on tree age and vigor, at least 1/3 of which should be applied as YaraLiva Tropicote in the early application. Mature trees need 70 lbs of N/Acre for each 1,000 lbs of nut yield goal. Applications should be split throughout the growing season and adjusted to reflect changes in yield goal. Early applications of YaraLiva Tropicote help assure N absorption in cool weather and good nut set. Consult your agronomist for further details.
Apples

Apple: At establishment and for young, non-bearing trees apply .1-.25 pounds N/tree. Utilizing YaraLiva products such as Tropicote(dependent upon application preferences and cultural practices) will supply nitrate N for rapid uptake and vegetative growth. Soluble Ca is also provided which ensures proper cell division and growth during tree establishment. For established orchards, apply 55-70 pounds N/tree is split applications at post harvest and again in spring at flowering. The rate is dependent upon several factors such as soil and tissue analysis as well as variety, tree population and pruning. Calcium is also very important for cell wall strength and to ensure against physiological disorders such as bitter pit. Consult local agronomist for further details and local recommendations.
Beans

Beans: 130-775# YaraLiva® Tropicote®/acre applied in split applications according to soil test as part of your nitrogen management plan; 130# pre-plant, followed by applications 20 days after emergence and prior to flowering. Cease applications of nitrogen prior to pod fill in order to preserve seed quality. YaraLiva® Tropicote®/ is also an excellent source of readily available calcium which important for seed development and plant health. Consult your agronomist for local recommendations.

Broccoli

Broccoli: Apply 500-1000# YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper floret development and head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Cabbage

Cabbage: Apply 500-1000# YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Carrots

Carrot: Apply 300-900 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications depending upon the yield potential and soil test. Apply 30% pre-plant incorporated, followed by the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is very important for carrot root elongation and storage potential. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Cauliflower

Cauliflower: Apply 500-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split application according to yield potential, variety, and soil test. Apply 50% of the N needs at planting, and the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is necessary for proper curd development and head firmness and quality. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Citrus

Oranges: For young trees up to 2 years old apply 1.5-2 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/tree/year. For mature trees apply 900-1400 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19/acre. Apply pre-bloom for best results. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and supplies soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for cell wall strength and to limit physiological disorders such as cracking and creasing. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Cucumber

Cucumber (field grown): Apply 500-950 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre depending upon the yield potential and soil test. Apply up to 50% of the N at planting, apply the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Grape

Table Grapes: Apply 325-650 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to vine age, expected yield, and soil test. Apply 50% N needs prior to bud break and the remainder post-bloom. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for berry quality and firmness as well as disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations. Wine Grapes: Apply 200-500 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to variety, vine age, expected yield and soil test. Apply 50% N needs prior to bud break and the remainder post-bloom. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium helps to reduce berry splitting and increases disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Lettuce

Lettuce (field grown): Apply 375-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to yield potential and soil test. Apply no more than 25% N needs at planting. Apply the remainder in side dress applications. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important in reducing tip burn, and producing crunchy lettuce with a good shelf life. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Pepper

Pepper (field grown): Apply 650-1100 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Apply 25% N at planting followed by the remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important in preventing disorders such as blossom end rot and scald. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Potatoes

Potatoes: General applications of 50-100 lb of Nitrogen through Tropicote during early bulking as part of your total Nitrogen plan are recommended. This rate provides fast acting nitrate nitrogen and much needed soluble calcium for tuber quality. Rates may vary with location, variety and potential yields, consult your local agronomist for further details.
Raspberries

Raspberry: Apply 400-700# of YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca per acre in 2-3 split applications, according to soil test, variety and yield estimates. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm berries with good shelf life and helps with disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Spinach

Spinach: Apply 500-1000 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications. Apply 50% N needs pre-plant incorporated, followed by remainder throughout the growing season. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for high quality spinach with well formed leaves and good post harvest shelf life. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Strawberries

Strawberry (field grown): Apply 375-1200 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Apply 50% prior to pegging, with the remainder side dressed. For perennial plantings, apply 125-250 lbs Tropicote®/acre post harvest. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm berries with good shelf life and helps with disease resistance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.
Tobacco

Tobacco: Apply 200 lbs/acre YaraLiva® Tropicote® as a side dress 10-14 days after transplant. Tropicote® supplies tobacco with the desired Nitrate form of nitrogen for rapid uptake and fast growth. Tropicote® supplies 19% water soluble calcium which is important for cellular division and growth and contributes to disease tolerance. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.

Tomato

Tomato (field grown): Apply 600-1200 lbs YaraLiva® Tropicote® 15.5-0-0 19 Ca/acre in split applications according to variety, yield potential, and soil test. Utilizing YaraLiva® Tropicote® for part or all of the nitrogen needs supplies the crop with fast acting nitrate nitrogen and will provide soluble calcium in proper ratio with nitrate nitrogen. Calcium is important for producing firm fleshed fruit as well as preventing disorders such as blossom end rot. Consult with your agronomist for local recommendations.