Agro-K’s line of liquid plant food fertilizers is specifically designed for foliar applications, where product purity is critical. Because of this the AGROBEST™ line of liquid plant food is derived only from food-grade sources of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. The result is a product of unparalleled purity and quality with a low salt index. AGROBEST™ liquid plant food fertilizers are designed for rapid uptake and absorption through plant tissue and stomata.

In addition to the best quality macronutrients, AGROBEST™ 10-8-8 contains a balanced blend of organically chelated micronutrients and just the right amount of Agro-K’s unique seaweed extract – Symspray®. Together, these trace elements and the Symspray® are ideal for correcting minor deficiencies and maximizing plant vigor, health and production.

To maximize plant yields AGROBEST™ 10-8-8 should be used in combination with a comprehensive ground fertility program and applied at appropriate times and growth stages for the individual crop.

Suggested Uses

Tomatoes, Peppers, Cucumbers

Apply 1 gallon per acre (10 liters/hectare) per foliar application. Apply the first application 10-14 days after transplanting, thinning or at second true leaf stage. Apply subsequent applications at 14 day intervals as needed to correct deficiencies or supplement nutritional requirements. Alternatively, product can be fertigated at 1-2 gallon per acre (10 to 20 liters/hectare) per application.

Lettuce, Spinach and Other Leafy Vegetables as well as Broccoli, Cauliflower and Other Brassica Varieties

Apply 1 gallon per acre (10 liters/hectare) per foliar application. Apply the first application 10-14 days after transplanting,thinning or at second true leaf stage.
Apply one or two subsequent applications at 10 to 14 day intervals or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements. Alternatively, product can be fertigated at 1-2 gallon per acre (10 to 20 liters/hectare) per application.

Corn, Beans and Peas

Apply 1 to 3 gallons per acre (10 to 30liters/hectare) per application. A first application can be ground applied as a starter fertilizer if carefully. Otherwise, apply the first application at the second or third leaf. Apply one to two  applications either side dressed or foliar as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Strawberries

Apply 1 gallon per acre (10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply the first application 7-10 days after transplanting. Reapply at 7-14 day intervals or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Potatoes, Onions and Other Vegetable Root, Bulb or Tuber Crops

Apply 1 to 2 gallons per acre (10 to 20 liters/hectare) per application. Apply the first application 2-3 weeks post emergence. Apply one to two subsequent applications at 10 to 14 day intervals or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Almonds, Walnuts and Other Nut Crops

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application at bud break. Apply subsequent applications at petal fall and nut fill or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Plums, Peaches, Cherries and Other Stone Fruits

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application at green tip on plums and at pink bud on nectarines and other stone fruit. Apply subsequent applications at 30 day intervals up to pit hardening or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Apples, Pears and Other Pome Fruits

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application at green tip or bud break. Apply subsequent applications at petal fall and post thinning as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Citrus and Avocados

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application pre-bloom. Apply subsequent applications at 30 day intervals up to harvest or as needed to supplement nutritional requirements.

Grapes

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application two weeks prior to bloom. Apply subsequent applications as needed and determined by leaf analysis.

Raspberries, Blackberries and Other Caneberries

Apply 2 to 4 quarts per acre (5 to 10 liters/hectare) per application. Apply first application pre-bloom. Apply subsequent applications at 7-14 day intervals as neededto supplement nutritional requirements.