Fruitash

Description

What is FRUITASH (S.O.P – SULPHATE OF POTASH)?

FRUITASH is a high-quality, chloride-free potassium fertilizer designed to improve plant health and fruit quality. Containing over 52% Potassium Oxide (K₂O) and 18% Sulphur (S), FRUITASH is a granular or soluble product that ensures better stress tolerance, disease resistance, and enhanced fruit development, especially for chloride-sensitive crops.

Key Benefits

• Chloride-Free: Safe for chloride-sensitive crops, ensuring they thrive without the risk of damage from chloride.
• High Potassium Content: With over 52% K₂O, FRUITASH provides a concentrated source of potassium for better crop growth.
• Sulphur Inclusion: The added sulphur boosts protein synthesis and enhances flavor compounds in fruits and vegetables.
• Improves Fruit Quality: Results in better taste, color, and shelf life of harvested fruits.
• Enhances Disease Resistance: Strengthens plant tissues, making them more resistant to diseases.
• Reduces Salt Stress: Its low salt index helps reduce the effects of salt stress, especially in arid climates.

How It Works

FRUITASH works by providing plants with essential potassium and sulphur, which are critical for plant growth and development. Potassium is vital for the overall health of plants, particularly for fruit development, as it improves the size, taste, and quality of fruits. It also helps plants manage stress, whether from environmental factors like drought or salinity. Sulphur, on the other hand, plays a key role in protein synthesis and the formation of important compounds that contribute to flavor and aroma in fruits and vegetables.

By applying FRUITASH, farmers ensure that their crops receive these nutrients in a form that is easy to absorb and efficient in action, promoting better yield quality and plant health. It is particularly valuable for crops that are sensitive to chloride, such as tobacco, potatoes, and certain fruits.

Target Pests and Diseases

Main Target: No direct pest or disease control, but promotes healthier plants that are more resistant to diseases.

Benefits: Improves overall plant strength, reducing susceptibility to common pests and diseases.

Other Crops & Diseases

✔ 1. Tobacco

• Diseases Controlled: Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV), Root Rot, Wilt Diseases
• Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions: Increases disease resistance by strengthening plant tissues. Improves yield quality and tobacco leaf texture. Ideal for areas with high salt concentration in soil.

✔ 2. Potatoes

• Diseases Controlled: Late Blight, Early Blight
• Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions: Enhances tuber quality and size. Improves flavor and shelf life of potatoes. Effective for saline-prone soils.

✔ 3. Vegetables

• Diseases Controlled: Leaf Spot, Blight
• Benefits / Usage / Why Effective / Ideal Conditions: Improves the overall appearance and quality of vegetables. Helps plants handle stress better, leading to stronger, healthier crops. Best used in moderately saline soils.

Recommended Use

• Soil application: Apply 10-25 kg per acre depending on crop requirements.
• Fertigation: Apply 5-15 kg per acre in split applications.
• Best for: Fruits, vegetables, tobacco, potatoes, and other chloride-sensitive crops.
• Follow label instructions or contact Farmisto Chemicals for the exact dose. Apply or treat seeds as directed on packaging.

Safety and Precautions

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection when handling FRUITASH.
• Avoid Contact: Keep FRUITASH away from eyes, skin, and mouth. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Safe Disposal: Dispose of empty containers according to local waste disposal regulations. Do not reuse containers for other purposes.

Local Advice for Pakistani Farmers

• Balochistan: Ideal for regions with limited rainfall and high salinity. FRUITASH is perfect for fruit crops like citrus and pomegranates, improving both yield and fruit quality.
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Beneficial for tobacco and potato crops in areas with clay or alkaline soils.
• Punjab: Effective for vegetables and fruits grown in semi-arid climates, providing strong disease resistance.
• Sindh: Suitable for crops in arid conditions, especially in sandy soils prone to salt stress.

FAQs:

How do I apply FRUITASH on my crops?

Apply 10-25 kg per acre to the soil or 5-15 kg per acre through fertigation. Always follow label instructions for the best results.

Is FRUITASH safe for my crops in areas with saline soil?

Yes, FRUITASH has a low salt index, which makes it ideal for use in saline soils, helping crops tolerate salt stress.

Can FRUITASH be used for all types of crops?

FRUITASH is designed for chloride-sensitive crops, including fruits, vegetables, tobacco, and potatoes. It improves overall plant health, fruit quality, and stress tolerance.