ZFC Tobacco fert 6:24:20 + 8% + 0.15B
This is a ZFC compound fertilizer that has been formulated for use in tobacco and horticultural crops. The product can be used as directed below.
This product can be used in place of ZFC Tobaccofert (5:15:12) or ZFC Tobaccofert (5:15:12 + 1.5Mg as it contains higher nutrients as well as critical elements Sulphur and Boron. The product like other ZFC products has good nutrient uniformity and distribution. It is free flowing and therefore easy to apply. As with other ZFC High Analysis Fertilizers it addresses nutritional aspects of crop production at a lower cost as it is used at a lower rate in comparison to for instance ZFC Tobaccofert (5:15:12).
This unique compound is suitable for use on the following crops;
1. Tobacco
2. Potatoes
3. Tomatoes
4. Chillies and Peppers
5. All horticultural crops
To meet the Sulphur and Boron requirements particularly for tobacco production the fertilizer contains 8% of Sulphur and 0.15% Boron.
Standard rate for Tobacco is 550-650 kg/ha and for all other crops often 1000-1500 kg/ha. Top dressing of Ammonium Nitrate is still recommended for the crop.
