It affects the movement of carbohydrates in the plant.
Calcium increases the thickness of the outer shell, which increases resistance to diseases.
Calcium prevents blossom end rot and fruit cracking.
It helps in the formation of proteins by increasing the nitrates absorbed by the plant when nitrogen fertilizers are added in the form of nitrates.
Calcium plays a very important role in the quality of fruits and vegetables (firmness – better resistance to shocks and fungi – better storage and transportability – extended shelf life)
It activates the meristematic tissues in the growing tips and encourages the growth and extension of the roots, especially the carrot hairs.
In sodic soils, calcium counteracts soil and water salinity by replacing sodium in the root zone and filtering out this harmful element.
Usage rates:
During vegetative growth, 2 kg per acre for field crops.
During vegetative growth: 2.4 kg per acre for vegetable crops.
During the growing season and up to the production stage 3.5 kg per fruit