Van Iperen Calcium Nitrate 51% Liquid is a pure and highly concentrated liquid Calcium fertilizer, free of Ammonium. Our product is a transparent, stable solution and is recommended as of early spring until fruit setting. The high level of Calcium in our formula improves the strength of cell walls. The presence of Nitrogen has a positive effect on the uptake of Calcium in the plant.
- Improves fruit quality (less sensitive to bitter pit and blossom end rot) and shelf-life
- Easy to handle and apply
- Developed for fertigation in greenhouses and for foliar application
- Low on heavy metals
- Low on Sodium and Chloride
- Low crystallization temperature
- Production process certified according to ISO 9001:2015
Hydroponics
| L in 1.000 l stock solution | CaO in kg | Total N in kg | N-NO3 in kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 26.2 | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| 150 | 39.3 | 19.5 | 19.5 |
| 200 | 52.4 | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| 250 | 65.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 |
Mentioned concentrations represents the amount of nutrients in the stock solution. The final concentration in the irrigation water depends on the amount of nutrients in the stock solution, the injection ratio and the amount of nutrients used in the water.
Fertigation
| Crop | Application date | Min L/ha/season | Max L/ha/season |
|---|---|---|---|
Fruit trees (adult) |
• As of flowering • Until fruit filling |
200 | 500 |
Banana |
• As of plant establishment • Until fruit filling |
200 | 500 |
Citrus  |
• Spring application • Winter application |
200 | 500 |
Potato |
• As of tuber setting • Until tuber ripening |
100 | 200 |
Vineyards |
• As of leaf bud opening • Until vegetative growth |
100 | 200 |
Fruit bearing vegetables |
• As of 4 weeks after planting • Until fruit filling |
150 | 250 |
Foliar Application
| Crop | Application date | Min L / ha / appl | Max L / ha / appl | Conc. % (w/v)) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana |
3 - 4 applications: • As of vegetative growth • Until end of flowering • 10 - 14 days interval |
5 | 10 | 0.3 - 0.6 |
| Citrus |
2 applications: • Spring application • During fruit setting |
6 | 10 | 0.5 - 1.5 |
| Pip fruit |
5 - 9 applications: • As of fruit setting • Until 6 weeks before harvesting • 10 - 14 days interval |
5 | 10 | 0.5 - 1.0 |
Stone fruit |
3 - 4 applications: • As of fruit setting • Until fruit ripening • 10 - 14 days interval |
3 | 6 | 0.5 - 1.0 |
| Tomato |
3 - 4 applications: • As of fruit setting • Until 2 weeks before harvesting • 10 - 14 days interval |
2 | 5 | 0.1 - 0.3 |
| Vineyards (adult) |
2 - 3 applications: • As of fruit setting • Until fruit ripening • 10 - 14 days interval |
4 | 6 | 0.5 - 1.0 |
Melon |
2 - 3 applications: • As of fruit setting • Until 2 weeks before harvesting • 10 - 14 days interval |
2 | 5 | 0.5 |
In case of foliar feeding as part of a mix with crop protection products, a compatibility test has to be done prior to preparing the spray-mix.
The mentioned indicated dosages and application stages are given as a guideline. Exact dosages, concentration and application stage are subject to local conditions, use of other fertilizers and can only be given after an objective diagnosis.
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Compatible with other fertilizers, with the exception of Sulphate or Phosphate fertilizers. Therefore a separate tank is needed or fertilizers should be applied at different times.
Other options:
Calcium Nitrate Anhydrous Horticultural Grade Plus
- Improves fruit quality (less sensitive to bitter pit and blossom end rot) and shelf-life
- Highly concentrated to reduce amount of product applied
- Easy to handle, dissolve and apply
- Developed for fertigation in greenhouses and for foliar application
