Trace elements

Biota Iron Powder 13%

Biota Iron Powder is an Iron micronutrient supplement. It is organically stabilized and is a great Iron source for any crop. The product is easily soluble, very stable in solution, easily absorbable by the plant and suitable for all modern irrigation systems.

Properties

Appearance	Powder
Colour	Off-white
pH	Stable until > 10 pH

Packaging

	Content (kg)
Ziplock bag	5,0
Pallet	Various options

Storage

Biota Iron Powder has to be stored in original packaging with the seal tightly closed. Store dry and dark in an area with temperatures from 10 to 30°C.

The shelf life is 1,5 – 2 years.

Benefits

UV-treatment friendly
No clay sedimentation in the irrigation water
Stable in a wide pH range until a pH of 10
Free of sodium and clay and not affecting greenhouse equipment
Compatible with modern irrigation systems
Prevents Iron chlorosis
Easy nutrient uptake

Application

It is advised to always have an expert make a fertilisation plan and to start with a test application. The exact dosage depends on the soil conditions and the crop. No guarantees can be given in the event of incorrect use.

General application rate: 1 – 2 kg/ha.

Between 5 and 15 gram per 1000 litre water for vegetables (10 / 30 μmol)

1kg Biota Iron Powder replaces 2kg of traditional Eddha 6% Iron.

Preparing the A-tank (fertilizer stock tank).

Bring the pH to 4 and then slowly add the Biota Iron powder. If the pH goes lower than 4 with the Biota Iron Powder, use Potassium carbonate to raise the pH back up to 4.

Note* As an alternate, you can use tap water with carbonates.

The average dose is:

1 kg Biota Iron Powder in a 1000 liters stock tank solution, this is good for 100,000 liters of irrigation water.
8 kg Biota Iron Powder in 1000 gallons stock tank solution, is good for 100,000 gallons of irrigation water.

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Due to differences in regional regulations, please contact us for the documents that are specific to your location.