Nutrients

N Nitrogen
P Phosphorus
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ca Calcium
B Boron
Fe Iron
Mn Manganese
Zn Zinc

Olives - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Calcium deficiency in olive is shown as chlorosis in the tips of the leaves, which may extend up to the mid of the leaf. Appears first in young leaves. Ca deficiency reduces the consistency of fruit´s tissues.

Reasons
Calcium deficiency Soil supply deficient in calcium. Where soils are acid, deficiency may be induced.

Olives - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Calcium deficiency in olive is shown as chlorosis in the tips of the leaves, which may extend up to the mid of the leaf. Appears first in young leaves. Ca deficiency reduces the consistency of fruit´s tissues.

Reasons
Calcium deficiency Soil supply deficient in calcium. Where soils are acid, deficiency may be induced.

Olives - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Calcium deficiency in olive is shown as chlorosis in the tips of the leaves, which may extend up to the mid of the leaf. Appears first in young leaves. Ca deficiency reduces the consistency of fruit´s tissues.

Reasons
Calcium deficiency Soil supply deficient in calcium. Where soils are acid, deficiency may be induced.

Calcium deficiency made worse by

  • Acidic soils
  • Sandy or light soils (leaching)
  • Acid peat soils
  • Soils rich in sodium
  • Soils rich in aluminium
  • Drought conditions
  • Fruit high in nitrogen or potassium
  • Large fruit

Calcium is important for

  • Leaves are properly formed and remain throughout cycle
  • Overall tree growth is more vigorous
  • Yield often increases
  • Fruit-size more regular and uniform
  • Better quality fruit

Yara recommended fertilizers for Calcium

YaraVita STOPIT

YaraVita STOPIT

Olive: 5 to 10 l/ha. Regular applications at 10 to 14 day intervals from petal fall to one week before harvest. Water rate: 500-1000 l/ha.

Read more about YaraVita STOPIT

Other recommended products

YaraLiva NITRABOR
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YaraTera CALCINIT
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