Application
Applying Kelpak Liquid Fertilizer
Kelpak’s efficiency as a cost effective agricultural fertilizer has been scientifically proven internationally in numerous research programs under differing climatic conditions and on a wide variety of crops. This natural product has a broad application base, is easy to apply and is compatible with most crop protection chemicals and foliar feeds. View application rates and timing below:
Applications
Kelpak works with the equipment already on your farm. Foliar, in-furrow, drip, seed treatment, root dip — there's a method for every operation and every season, and because it's compatible with most crop protection chemicals and foliar feeds, it goes straight into your existing programme.
Turbo mist spray.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate is compatible with most foliar application methods such as the various turbo fan types. Sprays vary from 2-4 pts/Ac. The ratio of Kelpak to water needs to be increased to maintain a 1:300 dilution when volumes above 1000 pts/Ac are used.
Electrostatic sprayer.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate can be used in electrostatic sprayers without causing clogging or blockages. Electrostatic sprayers are mostly used in table grapes at a rate of 4-5 pts/A, and applied in about 10-15 gal water/Ac.
Drip irrigation.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate is applied using drip irrigation methods. Apply as pulse at the end of irrigation cycle and do not dilute more than 1:1000.
Aerial application.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate can also be used in standard aerial applications. Standard rates for foliar application apply. Usually aerial sprays are applied in approximately 8 gallons water per acre.
Root soak.
Bare roots from trees or plants can be soaked in a Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate solution of 1% before plant out.
Soil drench.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate can be applied as soil drench around the root base of trees and plants or seedbeds in a 0.5-1% solution.
Seed treatment.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate is highly effective as a direct seed dip for coating before planting. Seed coating is recommended at a rate of 6–8 fl oz/cwt of seed.
In furrow spray.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate can be used as an alternative to dipping, one can spray seed with Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate at a rate of 1-2 pt/Ac directly in the furrow with planter equipment.
Seedling tray dip.
Kelpak Liquid Seaweed Concentrate can be used as seedling tray dip. Immerse seedling tray in a 1% solution or apply as a light hand-watering.
Consistent results
Application protocols for best advantage
Kelpak's efficacy and cost efficiency have led to its position as the market leader in numerous countries worldwide. We recommend that the Kelpak application guide is closely followed and any conditions indicated, such as time of day, temperature and weather are monitored so as to ensure consistent results, as these can affect the product's efficacy.
Application rates and timing:
Kelpak’s efficacy as a cost-effective crop input has been demonstrated through hundreds of independent scientific trials conducted around the globe, under a wide range of climatic conditions and across diverse crops. This natural product has broad application potential, is easy to apply and is compatible with most crop protection products and foliar feeds. See the recommended application rates and timings below.
| Crop | Rate | Application |
|---|---|---|
| ALFALFA | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray 21 days after emergence and repeat after each cutting |
| ASPARAGUS | 2 pts/Ac | Spray after first spear emergence Repeat 2 to 3 times 14 days apart |
| BARE ROOT TRANSPLANTS | 4 pts/ 50 gal | Dip roots of plants for 5 seconds prior to transplant |
| BEANS: GREEN, DRY, SOY | 2 pts/Ac | Spray after 3 rd trifoliate and repeat pre-bloom |
| BERRIES: BLUE, BUSH, CANE | 3 pts/Ac | Spray at start of bloom and repeat at petal fall and pink fruit stages |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray new growth and repeat twice 21 days apart | |
| CARROTS | 2 pts/Ac | Spray at 3 to 4 leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart |
| CEREALS: CORN, WHEAT, BARLEY, CANOLA/ | 2 pts/Ac | Foliar spray at 4 to 5 leaf stage |
| CUCURBITS: ALL MELONS, CUCUMBER, PUMPKIN, WATERMELON, ZUCCHINI | 1:100 | Transplants: Dip the seedlings in seedling tray in 1% Kelpak or water trays directly before transplanting |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Follow up with a foliar spray 14 days later and repeat the foliar spray 14–21 days later | |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Direct seeding: Apply as a foliar spray at the 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat the foliar application twice at 14 day intervals | |
| GARLIC | 4 pts/ 50 gal | Soak seed cloves for 6 hours before planting |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 3 rd leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart | |
| GRAPES: TABLE, WINE, RAISIN RACHIS STRETCHING | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 2 to 5 inch shoot growth and repeat 10 to 14 days later |
| BERRY SIZING | 3–4 pts/Ac | Spray from berry set 3 to 4 times at 10 to 14 day intervals |
| 4–5 pts/Ac | As above with electrostatic applicators | |
| BRIX AND COLOR DEVELOPMENT | 3–4 pts/Ac | Spray at veraison and repeat 10 to 14 days later |
| LEAFY GREENS: BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUT, CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER | 1:100 | Transplants: Dip seedling tray roots or roots of plants from seedbed before plant-out |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray 14 days after plant-out and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals | |
| LETTUCE: CHINESE, LEAF AND HEAD | 2–3 pts/Ac | Direct seeding: Spray at 4 to 5 leaf and repeat twice 14 to 21 days apart |
| MINT: PEPPERMINT, SPEARMINT | 2 pts/Ac | Spray over stolons/rhizomes at planting. Spray established plants at 2 to 4 inch growth stage |
| NURSERY | 4 pts/ 50 gal | Water trays or pots in spring and repeat 21 days before transplant |
| ONIONS | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 3rd leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart |
| ORNAMENTAL PLANTS | 4 pts/ 50 gal | Water transplant pots before transplant |
| 1 pt/ 50 gal | Add to spray solution of pesticides or foliar nutrients | |
| PEAS | 2 pts/Ac | Spray after 3rd trifoliate and repeat pre-bloom |
| PEPPERS | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 4th leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart |
| POTATOES | 1–2 pts/Ac | Spray as band application on seed piece at planting |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray 21 days after emergence | |
| 2 pts/Ac | Spray again 35 days after emergence | |
| RICE | 2 pts/ 100 gal | Add to seed soak water before sowing |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Apply by air start of tillering and repeat start of panicle emergence | |
| STRAWBERRIES | 3 pts/Ac | Transplant dip: Dip runners/explants in a 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out |
| 3 pts/Ac | Early growth: Spray 3 weeks after plant-out | |
| SUGAR BEET | 3–4 pts/Ac | Spray at 4-pair-leaf stage |
| TOMATOES: FRESH, PROCESSED | 1:100 dilution | Seedling dip: Water seedling trays or roots with a 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out |
| 2–3 pts/Ac | Foliar spray: Follow up with a foliar spray 14 days after transplant. Repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals | |
| TREES: NEW PLANTINGS | 4 pts/ 50 gal | Dip bare roots of nursery trees in solution before transplanting |
| ALMONDS, APPLE, APRICOT, NECTARINE, PEACH, PEAR, Pistachios, PLUM, PURNE | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 30% bloom and repeat 2 to 3 times 14 to 21 days apart |
| CHERRY | 3 pts/Ac | Spray between white bud and full flower stages |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray at petal fall | |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray at shuck split | |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray at straw color stage. Repeat the application 7 - 10 days later | |
| HAZELNUT | 3 pts/Ac | Spray at first fully developed leaves |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray at development of nut clusters | |
| 3 pts/Ac | Spray at nut expansion | |
| WALNUT, PECAN | 3 pts/Ac | Spray when catkins are at 50% elongation |
| 2 pts/Ac | Nursery trees: Reduce transplant shock at orchard establishment. Apply after transplant | |
| AVOCADO, CITRUS | 3 pts/Ac | Spray with start of each foliar flush and repeat 21 days later |
| TURF: SPORTSFIELDS, FAIRWAYS | 2 pts/Ac | Apply at start of spring growth and after mid-summer heat stress |
| GOLF GREENS | 2 fluid oz/ 1000 sq ft | Apply evenly in 2–5 gal water |
| NEW ESTABLISHMENT | 4 fluid oz/ 1000 sq ft | Apply evenly in 2–5 gal water |
Store in a cool place | Shake well before use