Magnesium deficiency made worse by
- Sandy soils
- Acidic soils
- Potassium rich soils
- Soils receiving high potash applications
- Cold wet periods
Magnesium is important for
- Boosts bulking
- Increased yield of tubers
- Improved disease resistance and skin quality
- Increased tuber dry matter content and starch levels
Yara recommended fertilizers for Magnesium
YaraVita® MAGPHOS™
Potatoes: To increase tuber size: A minimum of 2 applications of 1-2 quarts/acre during tuber bulking (as soon as first formed tuber are ½" in diameter) and following petiole analysis during tuber bulking. Allow 10 to 14 days between applications. Water rate: 5 to 20 gallons/acre.
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Potatoes: 1-2 quarts/acre 1 week after 100% emergence and following petiole analysis during tuber bulking. For moderate to severe deficiency, repeat applications at 10 to 14 day intervals. Water rate: 3 to 20 gallons/acre.
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