Foliar Nutrition: A Smart Boost When Crops Need It Most

Foliar feeding is the practice of applying nutrients directly to a plant’s leaves. It’s a fast and effective way to give crops a boost — especially during key stages of growth or under stress conditions.

Unlike root feeding, foliar sprays allow nutrients to be absorbed quickly through the leaves. This is ideal when root uptake is limited, such as during drought, poor soil conditions, or rapid growth phases.

Foliar nutrition is not a replacement for soil fertilization — it’s a supplement. Think of it as a targeted intervention. If a crop is showing signs of deficiency or needs extra energy during flowering or fruiting, foliar feeds can deliver nutrients directly to where they’re needed most.

Some key benefits of foliar nutrition include:

• Quick correction of deficiencies

• Support during stress (drought, frost, transplant shock)

• Improved fruit set and quality

At Tsama-Agric, our foliar range is developed for maximum uptake and efficiency. Products like Calsap deliver calcium and boron — essential for fruit development — in a way roots often can’t during dry or cold periods.

Timing and dilution matter. Always follow crop-specific guidelines for best results. And if you’re unsure, speak to your local advisor — we’re here to help.

Fast, effective, and efficient — foliar feeding puts nutrition exactly where it’s needed.