We often talk about seaweed, because of its usefulness in the formulation of agricultural biostimulants. And today we are talking about the Ecklonia maxima algae, as it is used to produce soluble natural biosolutions that promote the development and yield of crops.
Precisely for this reason we chose the Ecklonia maxima extract to produce Eklobac, a biostimulant and prebiotic based on alginic acid from this well-known algae and the microbial fermentation of Pseudomonas spp. rhizobacteria.
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- It incorporates secondary metabolites.
- It contains high concentrations of natural phytohormones (auxins, cytokinins, etc.), carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, vitamins and minerals.
- And it generates stimulating biomolecules.
For this reason, Eklobac is specially designed to care for the soil microbiota, as it increases the population of microbes beneficial to the health of the substrate.
And what are these 5 biostimulating effects of the Ecklonia Maxima algae?
Being rich in bioactive compounds such as cytokinins, auxins, gibberellins and polysaccharides, they positively influence the growth and development of plants, stimulating essential physiological and metabolic processes.
For example, cytokinins stimulate cell division, promote the formation of lateral shoots and delay leaf senescence. Auxins, on the other hand, act on root formation and organ development. Gibberellins regulate stem growth, seed germination and flowering in plants, while polysaccharides promote water retention in the soil and resistance to abiotic stress.
Algae extracts such as those from Ecklonia Maxima are rich in essential trace elements, such as iron, zinc, manganese and copper. These micronutrients are extremely important for the development of metabolic and enzymatic functions, which are especially important for plants.
For this reason, their use in the formulation of biostimulants can correct certain nutritional deficiencies that crops suffer from.
They alleviate the effects of diseases, bacteria and fungi (biotic stress) and also help control pests caused by insects or soil nematodes.
Furthermore, this algae is a source of amino acids and antioxidants, which can be great allies for crops that are better prepared for stress. Amino acids contribute to the synthesis of plant proteins, which is essential for optimal growth and development.
Antioxidants, on the other hand, can help plants combat oxidative stress, caused by harmful environmental factors such as ultraviolet radiation or pollution.
Algae such as Ecklonia Maxima contribute with their composition to improve the physical properties of the soil and promote moisture retention, a fundamental aspect for many crops.
EKLOBAC APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Citrus: 15-20 cc/foot, 3 applications, apply when the first fruit buds appear, repeat every 2-3 weeks.
Stone fruit and pip fruit: 10-15 cc/foot, 3 applications, apply when the first fruit buds appear, repeat every 2 weeks.
Vegetables: 1-2 L/ha, 3-4 applications, first application when transplanting, repeat every 2 weeks.
Strawberries and berries: 2 L/ha, 4-5 applications, first application when transplanting, repeat every 3 weeks.
Lettuce and cabbage: 1-2 L/ha, 3 applications, first application when transplanting, repeat every 3 weeks.
Artichoke: 1-2 L/ha, 3 applications, first application when transplanting, repeat every 20 days.
Banana: 3 L/ha, 3 applications, apply throughout the cycle.
Root Vegetables: 2 L/ha, 3 applications, apply at intervals of 15-20 days.
Grapevine: 2 L/ha, 4 applications, apply from the appearance of buds, repeat every 15-20 days.
Ornamental plants: 1-2 L/ha, 3-4 applications, apply every 15 days.
Green beans, broad beans and peas: 2 L/ha, 3 applications, first application when transplanting, repeat during flowering.
Alfalfa: 2 L/ha, after each cut.
Garlic and onion: 2 L/ha, 2-3 applications, apply 15 days after transplanting, repeat every 15 days.
Hydroponic crops: 1 L/ha, 2-3 applications, throughout the cycle.
Seedbeds: 1-2 cc/L, 2-3 applications, throughout the cycle. Apply diluted in the irrigation water according to the indicated doses.
