Sugarcane - Intrepid Potash

FAQ

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What is Intrepid Trio?

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Intrepid Trio is natural langbeinite, a unique mineral with three essential nutrients comprised of 21.5-22% potassium (K₂O), 10.5-10.8% magnesium (Mg) and 21-22% sulfur (S) as sulfates, depending on grade.

Magnesium serves as a central component of the chlorophyll molecule, aiding the plant in photosynthesis. Cations such as calcium and potassium compete with magnesium for plant uptake, therefore applying a balanced fertilizer like Intrepid Trio is a key for promoting balanced fertility.
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When should Intrepid Trio® be applied?

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Apply Intrepid Trio® pre-plant in sugarcane establishment or after harvest in established crops. This will ensure that all three nutrients are available when the plant needs them.
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How does potassium (K₂O) affect sugarcane?

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Potassium plays a vital role in the development of sugarcane. Plants use a great deal of potassium, thus rapidly depleting the nutrient from the soil. Insufficient levels of potassium may cause sugar sap to remain in the leaves instead of transporting it to the stalks where it can be harvested and processed as raw sugar.

The application of Intrepid Trio® ensures the plant has access to the exact level of potassium needed, when it is critically necessary for maximum productivity.

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How does magnesium (Mg) help the sugarcane plant?

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Magnesium is an essential nutrient for photosynthesis, the process that allows plants to convert sunlight to energy. That energy motivates the plant to grow and produce. Magnesium also supports plant growth and function through enzyme activation and acting as a phosphorous carrier, aiding in the plant’s ability to take up phosphorous.
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Why is sulfur (S) also included in the Intrepid Trio® mixture?

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Like potassium and magnesium, sulfur is an essential nutrient in the photosynthesis process. The sulfur in sulfate form as found in Intrepid Trio® is the only form of sulfur readily available to plants. Sulfate-sulfur does not have to go through the oxidation process like elemental sulfur — thus pH is not decreased by the resulting release of hydrogen in the soil. By applying Intrepid Trio® to sugarcane, the sulfate-sulfur is available when needed by the plant.
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When will Intrepid Trio® be available to the sugarcane stand?

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Intrepid Trio® readily dissolves in soil slowly, making it 100% available to the plant and reducing the risk of leaching. Intrepid Trio® is available in granular and standard grades. The granular grade mixes and blends well with other fertilizer materials for an even distribution of nutrients.
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Is Intrepid Trio available in multiple grades?

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Available in premium, granular and standard grades, Intrepid Trio blends well with other fertilizer materials for an even distribution of nutrients.