Course Description: Breeding for high-yielding cultivars has led to most seeds becoming nutritionally imbalanced, resulting in reduced seedling vigor and compromised overall plant health. Seed fortification through seed-applied nutrition can help achieve the nutritional balance to maximize genetic potential. In this course, we will learn about nutrients that are most critical for germination and early …
Course Description Taking a proactive approach to nitrogen management during the growing season is very important for increasing the protein content of the wheat crop. This requires a thorough understanding of critical plant nutrients, plant growth stages, and weather parameters; and using this knowledge to make strategic decisions throughout the crop’s life cycle. This course …
Course Description: Even with the strong commodity prices, higher fertility prices are putting pressure on growers and forcing them to rethink their nutrient management plan. Learn how to leverage information from soil tests to revamp your fertility program. Dive into the benefits of foliar nutrition and biostimulants, and how to include them into your overall …
Course Overview: During nutrient uptake by the roots, antagonistic and synergistic interaction between nutrients often occurs. This course reviews the specific relationships between potassium and nitrogen; potassium and magnesium; sulphur and molybdenum; boron and potassium; and phosphorus and zinc; and explores what causes these complex interactions. Course Details: Time: 55 minutes video + quiz time …
Course Description We are fortunate to have Elston Solberg lead this analytical course on the 6 Step Soil Interpretation Process. Elston is the Founder and President of Earth, Dirt and Soil. Elston holds a M. Sc in Soils (Elemental Sulphur Fertilizer, U of A) and his work experience includes over 17 years with Alberta Ag as part of …
Course Description: Copper is key to crop production since it activates several enzymes, stimulates protein formulation and is critical for photosynthesis, protein and carbohydrate metabolism and respiration. In this couse we will cover the basics on copper, importance of copper nutrition, effect of copper on ergot and how the addition of copper can fit into your …
Course Description Zinc is the most common micronutrient deficiency in crop production on both a global and local level. Zinc plays a significant role in both crop and human nutrition. This series of lectures will focus on the factors that affect zinc availability to the plant, and the roles zinc plays within the plant. In addition, there …
Course Overview: Boron is essential for cell wall formation and rapid growing points within the plant, such as reproductive structures. In this course learn why Boron is more than a reproductive or flowering nutrient and the role Boron plays in root structure development and the prevention of ‘leaky’ roots. Learn the basics of Boron, the importance of …
Course Overview: Transit technology by FBSciences, is a product made from natural organic matter that exhibits a beneficial biostimulatory effect on crops. This course breaks down soil organic matter, defining humic acids, fulvic acid, and natural organic matter and explores the chemistry of each. Then it focuses on the benefits of Transit technology as a …
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Course Overview: Kelpak is a seaweed extract product that is made from the Ecklonia maxima seaweed species. This course explains how the active ingredients are extracted, how this product can increase yield by enhancing rooting and pollen tube growth, and then reviews field trial research, proving the benefits of Kelpak on various crops and by multiple application methods. …
Course Overview: Protein hydrolysates have received increasing attention in recent years due to their positive effects on crop performance under environmental stress conditions. This course reveals what protein hydrolysates are, how they are extracted, what they do in the plant, and the agronomic benefits they offer. Upon successfully completing this course, you will be able …
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Course Overview: There are many different forms of a given nutrient; knowing the form and how the plant responds to it is critical in treating and preventing a crop’s nutrient deficiency. This course reviews the different forms of nutrients and how they work in the soil as well as, as a foliar application. It dives …
Course Overview: Potassium has the power to impact many important processes including stomatal activity, photo assimilate movement, disease resistance and insect infestation, and overall plant growth and yield. This course dives into potassium’s involvement in these processes and why we observe such an impact on plant health and yield in potassium deficient conditions. Upon successfully …
Course Overview: Simply put, a biological biostimulant can help to restore the balance between the plant and soil health. This course dives into what a biological biostimulant is, how they are made, and how these microorganisms and their metabolites can positively benefit plant nutrient acquisition; improve soil health; and in the end, enhance crop quality …
Course Overview: Over the years, the definition of a biostimulant has changed and evolved; but the industry has finally come to a consensus on what it means to be a biostimulant. This course dives into this history, and clarifies what biostimulants are and where they came from. It then focuses on practical information like how …
Course Overview: On contrary to popular belief, seaweed extracts are not a significant source of plant hormones. This course dives into the science behind how seaweed extract biostimulants actually work, how they are made, and their impact on plant abiotic stress response and yield. Upon successfully completing this course, you will be able to share …
Course Description: The majority of seeds are nutrient imbalanced right from the start. The course discusses how we can restore the balance in seeds and young seedlings using a combination of seed applied nutrition, biostimulants, and crop protection – to ultimately set the plant up with the foundation it needs to maximize its genetic potential. …
Course Overview: Soil phosphorus levels are decreasing at an alarming rate year over year; simply because nutrient removal is exceeding application. This course gives you the information you need to ensure crops are supplied with the right form of phosphorus, at the right time, in the right place, and at the appropriate rate. With this …
Course Description: To achieve the full genetic potential of your crop, you should keep two things in mind: 1) the plant is always under stress and 2) photosynthesis is what drives yield. What does plant nutrition have to do this this? Everything. This course breaks down the basics of plant nutrition to give you a …
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