Nutrients

Calcium

This is of major significance in ensuring the optimal development of a number of physiological functions. Its importance is indisputable in:

  • the pollination process – pollen production,
  • cell wall formation,
  • cellular pH regulation,
  • the prophylactic effect (the effect on pathogens).

 

The crops most sensitive to Ca deficiency are:

  • fruit trees,
  • vines,
  • vegetables (tomatoes, potatoes, pumpkins...).

 

Moderately sensitive are:

  • oilseeds,
  • legumes,
  • sugar beet,
  • cereals.
Selected calcium-containing products

Nutrient uptake depending on soil pH

Tabuľka živiny

Highly acidic soil Neutral soil Strongly alkaline soil

 

 

Sensitivity of crops to deficiencies in individual trace elements

CropMgZnMnCuFeBMoS
Wheat        
Barley        
Corn        
Rapeseed        
Sunflower        
Sugar beet        
Onion        
Potatoes        
Vines        
Soya        
MODERATELY SENSITIVE SENSITIVE HIGHLY SENSITIVE