Kelpak’s efficiency as a cost effective agricultural fertiliser 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:
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser is compatible with most foliar application methods such as the various turbo fan types. Sprays vary from 2-4 L/ha. The ratio of Kelpak to water needs to be increased to maintain a 1:300 dilution when volumes above 1000 L/ha are used.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser 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 L/ha, and applied in about 80-120 L water/ha.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser is applied using drip irrigation methods. Apply as pulse at the end of irrigation cycle and do not dilute more than 1:1000.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser can also be used in standard aerial applications. Standard rates for foliar application apply. Usually aerial sprays are applied in approximately 30 L/ha water.
Bare roots from trees or plants can be soaked in a Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser solution of 0.5-1% before plant out.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser can be applied as soil drench around the root base of trees and plants or seedbeds in a 0.5-1% solution.
In table grapes Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser foliar sprays can be substituted with directed bunch sprays at a 1% dilution.
In table grapes Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser foliar sprays can be substituted with a bunch dip at a 1% dilution.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser is highly effective as a direct seed dip for coating before planting. Seed coating is recommended at a rate of 5 ml/kg of seed.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser can be used as an alternative to dipping, one can spray seed potaties with Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser at a rate of 1 L/ha directly in the furrow with planter equipment.
Kelpak Liquid Fertiliser can be used as seedling tray dip. Immerse seedling tray in a 1% solution or apply as a light hand-watering.
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 in order to ensure consistent results
| CROP | RATE | APPLICATION | ||
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| ALMONDS | 3 L/ha | Spray at 50% bloom and repeat twice at 14 day intervals | ||
| BANANA | 4 L/ha | Soil drench: Apply 14 days after nematicide application to the base of the sucker. Use 200 ml solution per plant and a total volume of 300 L/ha. Repeat after 6 months |
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| or | 4 L/ha | Foliar sprays: Apply first application at pre-flowering (5 to 6 months before harvest) in a total volume of 300 L/ha and repeat 2–3 times at monthly intervals | ||
| BEANS, DRY/GREEN | 2 L/ha | Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals | ||
| CANOLA (OILSEED RAPE) |
2–3 L/ha | Southern hemisphere: Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage | ||
| 2–3 L/ha | Northern hemisphere: Optional first spray in autumn before winter chill stops vegetative growth. Spray at start of spring growth - rosette stage (BBCH 28-30) | |||
| CAPSICUMS: CHILLI PEPPERS, PAPRIKA, PEPPERS, SWEET/BELL |
1:100 dilution | Dip seedling tray (or roots of seed bed plants) in solution, or wet seedling tray before transplant | ||
| and | 2 L/ha | Spray 14 days after transplant and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals. Direct seeded plants receive first foliar application at 3 to 4-leaf stage |
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| CARROTS CHICORY |
2 L/ha | Spray at 4 to 5-leaf stage and repeat 14 to 21 days later | ||
| CEREALS | 2 L/ha | Spray at 4 to 5-leaf stage | ||
| CHERRIES | 2 L/ha | Spray at 50% bloom, petal fall and shuck split (12 to 14 day intervals). Optional sprays at straw (change of colour) and 14 days later | ||
| CUCURBITS: CANTALOUPE/MELON CUCUMBER PUMKIN/BUTTERNUT WATERMELON ZUCCHINI |
1:100 dilution | Dip seedling tray in solution, or wet seedling tray before transplant | ||
| and | 2–3 L/ha | Spray 14 days after transplant and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals. Direct seeded plants receive first foliar application at 3 to 4-leaf stage | ||
| FLOWERING & ORNAMENTAL PLANTS | 1:100 dilution | Dip tray with seedlings in solution, or wet seedling tray/bag before transplant | ||
| and | 1:400 dilution | Spray 14 days after transplant. Repeat 2 to 3 times at 21 to 28 day intervals | ||
| ROSES: NEW PLANTINGS ENCLOSED PRODUCTION |
1:500 dilution | Drench the base of newly planted roses or at start of production cycle for established roses at 1 L solution per m2 in flower bed. Repeat after 15 days | ||
| and | 1:400 dilution | Foliar spray 15 days after second drench | ||
| OPEN PRODUCTION | 1:400 dilution | Foliar spray at start of growth and repeat 14 days later. Repeat at 6 monthly intervals | ||
| FRUIT TREES NEW PLANTINGS |
1:100 dilution | Dip bare roots for 5 minutes before transplant | ||
| or | 1:200 dilution | Soak seedling bag before transplant or soak soil around trees after plant-out | ||
| and | 1:300 dilution | Spray 3 to 5 times during early active growth at 21 day intervals | ||
| DECIDUOUS | 3 L/ha (1:300 dilution max) |
Spray at fruit set (10mm fruit diameter). Repeat twice at 14 day intervals. Optional application at veraison. Do not dilute more than 1:300 with water > 1000 L/ha | ||
| - APPLES | 1:500 dilution | To reduce leaf burn, apply in a tank mix with calcium nitrate or chloride sprays | ||
| EVERGREEN | 3 L/ha (1:300 dilution max) |
Spray at pre-bloom, full bloom, fruit set and, optional, 14 to 21 days later. Do not dilute more than 1:300 with water >1000 L/ha | ||
| GARLIC | 1:100 dilution |
Soak seed pieces for 15 minutes before planting | ||
| and | 2 L/ha |
Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 to 21 day intervals | ||
| HAZELNUTS | 2 L/ha |
Spray 1 month after bud-break and repeat 1 month later | ||
| MACADAMIAS | 2 L/ha |
Spray at bud-break and repeat 2 to 3 times at 21 to 28 day intervals. Do not dilute more than 1:500 | ||
| ONIONS | 1:100 dilution | Dip tray with seedlings or roots of seedbed seedlings before transplant | ||
| and | 2 L/ha | Spray 14 to 21 days after transplant or at 3 to 4-leaf stage for direct seeded plants. Repeat foliar application twice at 14 to 21 day intervals. Do not apply to onions after bulb swelling | ||
| PEANUTS | 2 L/ha | Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat 21 days later | ||
| PEAS | 2 L/ha | Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage and repeat once or twice at 14 day intervals | ||
| PISTACHIOS | 3 L/ha | Spray at 50% bloom and repeat 1 month later | ||
| POTATOES | 1:300 dilution | Dip seed potatoes before planting for 5 minutes | ||
| or | 1 L/ha | Spray with fungicide on seeds in furrow with planting | ||
| and | 2-4 L/ha | Spray after emergence at 15 cm crown diameter | ||
| and | 2 L/ha | Spray again 12 to 14 days after first foliar application | ||
| Rice | 1:400 dilution | Add to sanitary seed soak for improved germination and initial root growth | ||
| and | 2 L/ha | Spray at start of tillering (± 25 days after emergence or ± 15 days after transplant) | ||
| and | 1–2 L/ha | Repeat spray at start of panicle initiation | ||
| SOYBEAN | 2–4 L/ha | Spray at 3 to 4-leaf stage | ||
| and | 2 L/ha | Spray 14 days later | ||
| STRAWBERRIES | 1:100 dilution | Dip runners/explants in 1% Kelpak solution before plant-out | ||
| and | 3 L/ha | Apply foliar spray 3 weeks after plant-out From start of vegetative growth, apply foliar sprays with 3 week intervals |
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| SUGAR BEET | 3–4 L/ha | Spray at 4-pair-leaf stage | ||
| SUGAR CANE: NEW PLANTING |
1:300 dilution 2 L/ha |
Dip stalks of new plantings, or Spray stalks in furrow before covering Spray at 60 to 90 cm leaf length stage |
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| ESTABLISHED FIELDS | 2 L/ha | Spray at 60 to 90 cm leaf length stage | ||
| TABLE GRAPES | 2 L/ha | Spray at 5-10 cm shoot growth for root stimulation, early growth and bunch stretching Repeat 14 days later |
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| and | 3 L/ha (1:300 dilution max) |
Spray after set (4 mm berry size) for improved berry size and quality Repeat 2 to 3 times at 10 to 14 day intervals Do not dilute more than 1:300 with water >1000 L/ha |
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| and | 3 L/ha | Spray at start of berry softening for improved colour and sugar content | ||
| or | 4–5 L/ha | Spray as above with electrostatic applicators | ||
| or | 1:100 dilution | Apply 2 to 3 times as bunch dips or directed bunch sprays at above timings | ||
| TOMATOES | see Capsicums | |||
| TURF GOLF GREEN (NEW) |
1:200 dilution |
Apply 20 L solution to 100 m2 |
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| (MAINTENANCE) | 1:400 dilution | Apply 20 L solution to 100 m2 at monthly intervals | ||
| SPORTS FIELDS AND FAIRWAYS | 2 L/ha | Spray at beginning of growing season and repeat 14 days later Repeat applications after heat of summer |
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| TURF FARMING | 1:200 | Soak stolons for 30 minutes before planting | ||
| 1:300 | Spray 1 month after emergence. Repeat 14 days later | |||
| VEGETABLES: LEAF/HEAD |
see Cucurbits Do not spray after button formation |
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| VINES: NEW PLANTINGS |
see Fruit trees (New plantings) | |||
| WINE GRAPES | 1:500 dilution | Apply through drippers at start of new growth (optional for root stimulation and early growth) | ||
| RAISIN GRAPES | 2 L/ha | Apply twice during flowering at 10 to 12 day intervals | ||
| STORE IN A COOL PLACE | SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE | ||||
| CROP | RATE | APPLICATION | ||
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| 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 |
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| 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 3rd 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 | ||
| and | 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/OILSEED RAPE |
3–6 fluid oz/Ac |
Spray as band application on seed with planting | ||
| and | 2 pts/Ac | Apply as side dressing with planting; spray at 4 to 5 leaf stage | CUCURBITS: ALL MELONS, CUCUMBER, PUMPKIN, WATERMELON, ZUCCHINI |
4 pts/ 50 gal |
Transplants: see leafy greens | and | 2–3 pts/Ac | Direct seeding: Spray after first leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart | GARLIC | 4 pts/ 50 gal |
Soak seed cloves for 6 hours before planting | and | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray at 3rd 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 6 times at 10 to 14 day intervals | and | 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 |
4 pts/ 50 gal |
Transplants: Water/soak seedling trays before planting and start spray program for direct seeding 14 days later | 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 | and | 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 | and | 2–3 pts/Ac | Spray 21 days after emergence | and | 2 pts/Ac |
Spray again 35 days after emergence | RICE | 2 pts/ 100 gal |
Add to seed soak water before sowing | and | 2–3 pts/Ac |
Apply by air start of tillering and repeat start of panicle emergence | STRAWBERRIES | 4 pts/ 50 gal |
Soak runner roots before transplanting into field | and | 3 pts/Ac | Spray at start of growth and repeat 3 to 5 times 21 days apart | SUGAR BEET | 3–4 pts/Ac | Spray at 4-pair-leaf stage | TOMATOES: FRESH, PROCESSED | 4 pts/ 50 gal |
Transplants: See LEAFY GREENS | and | 2–3 pts/Ac | Direct seeding: Spray at 4th leaf and repeat twice 14 days apart | TREES: NEW PLANTINGS | 4 pts/ 50 gal |
Dip bare roots of nursery trees in solution before transplanting | ALMONDS, APPLE, APRICOT, NECTARINE, PEACH, PEAR, PISTACHIO, PLUM, PURNE |
2–4 pts/Ac | Spray at 30% bloom and repeat 2 to 3 times 14 to 21 days apart | CHERRY | 3–6 pts/Ac | Spray at 30% bloom and repeat 2 to 3 times 10 to 14 days apart | HAZELNUT | 2–4 pts/Ac | Spray at first leaves (1st week June) and repeat 21 days later | WALNUT, PECAN | 2–4 pts/Ac | Spray at catkin development stage (bud break); repeat 21 days later | AVOCADO, CITRUS | 3–6 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 |
| APPLY IN ENOUGH WATER FOR ADEQUATE COVERAGE | SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE | ||||