Sept. 2004

General Information

Apply to crops with adequate water volume for crop coverage if applied with a boom sprayer, i.e., 20-50 gal/ac or if applied by air or in a low volume spray, use 5-10 gal/ac.

If combined with Crop Protection Chemicals (CPC), maintain proper manufacturer recommended dilutions. Always jar test CPC combinations for compatibility before tank mixing, and perform small trial applications and observe for any combination injury. As GREENFEED™ has a high alkaline pH (9.1), a buffering agent should be used when mixing with those CPC’s that are sensitive to high pH solutions.

GREENFEED™ is "rainfast" under normal conditions in one to four hours following application.

GREENFEED™ applied foliarly to blooming plants increases fruit or nut set as a result of increased NH3-NH4+(from GREENFEED™) which creates increased arginine biosynthesis. By increasing arginine content, polyamine activity increases, increasing blossom set.

RECOMMENDED FOLIAR RATES

Almonds 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at pre-pink bud to early bloom to increase set, repeat in 30 days at 1-2 gal/ac for "set" retention. Use higher rates for larger trees and/or when more foliage is present. Post Harvest: Apply 3-5 gal/ac in 1 or 2 applications with zinc.

Apples 1-1 ˝ gal/ac in bud swell to king bloom and 1-1 ˝ gallons 30 days later. 1-1 ˝ gal/ac 30-40 days prior to harvest for sizing. Post Harvest: Apply 3-5 gal/ac in 1 or 2 applications.

Avocados 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at pre-bloom to increase fruit set and repeat in 30 days. Subsequent application when nitrogen needs are evident.  Use higher rate on larger trees.

Snap Beans 2 gal/ac at early bloom (with fungicide). For best performance, should be applied in split applications.

Dry Beans 1-2 gal/ac at early bloom and repeat after pods are formed.

Green Beans and Peas  1-2 gal/ac shortly after first flowers appear and repeat 10-14 days later.

Lima Beans 1-3 gal/ac at early bloom, and repeat after pod fill begins.

Cabbage (Bok Choy & Napa), Cauliflower, Broccoli 2-3 gal/ac at early head and repeat 10-14 days later. Spray band over row at 2-3 gallons and furrow irrigate.

Celery 1-2 gal/ac ten days after transplanting. Repeat at 2 gal/ac in 3 intervals until two to three weeks prior to harvest, using 7-8 gallons total over crop. Improves color, redness pith, and increases growth.

Citrus 1- 1 ˝ gal/ac at pre-bloom and bloom to increase fruit set and repeat in 30 days. Subsequent applications when nitrogen needs are evident.

Corn 2-3 gal/ac after pollination.

Corn (Seed) 2-3 gal/ac after pollination.

Cotton 1 ˝ gal/ac at early bloom. Repeat application in 3 weeks with 1 ˝-2 gal/ac. Use higher rates on larger plants and higher foliage density.

Cranberry 1 gal/ac and 3-4 applications per season to increase set and improve size.

Cucumbers,Squash, Pumpkins, Watermelons, Cantaloupes  1-2 gal/ac at early bloom and repeat approximately 4 weeks after bloom applications.

Garlic Spray 1-2 gal/ac directed over row from 10-12 inches height. Make 3-4 applications.

Grapes(Table) 1-3 gal/ac when nitrogen needs are evident or an increase in canopy is required to reduce sunburn fruit.

Grapes(Wine) 1gal/ac at bloom to set fruit. 1-2 gals/ac three to four weeks after bloom or when nitrogen requirements are determined.

Grass(Seed Production) 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at pre-bloom, 2-3 gal/ac at seed head elongation. Can be applied to Penn Cross Stolons at 1-2 gal/ac.

Hazelnuts 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at early leaf expansion and repeat at 14-21 day intervals. Apply 45-60 days, prior to harvest, for nut fill. Post Harvest: Apply 3-5 gal/ac in 1 or 2 applications to strengthen buds.

Lettuce 2-3 gal/ac after thinning. Repeat 14 days later and again 14 days prior to harvest. Under very wet conditions, 5 gallons per acre by air.

Mint(Peppermint, Spearmint) For row or established mint. 2-3 gal/ac- end of March early April. 2-3 gal/ac- post flame late April early May. May be combined with fungicide. 2-3 gal/ac-mid June. Combine with pesticide. 2-3 gal/ac-mid July. Combine with pesticide.2-2 gal/ac-Post Harvest. Can be combined with other nutrients. Can be combined with crop protection chemicals when properly buffered. Greenfeed pH is 9.1. Apply in sufficient water, minimum of 20 gal/ac to provide good coverage to foliage.

Olives 1-3 gal/ac at pre-bloom and repeat in 30 days. Apply 2-3 gal/ac four to eight weeks prior to harvest to increase fruit size.

Onions 2 gal/ac when onions reach 6-8 inches, repeat during bulb fill, and again two weeks prior to harvest.

Apricots Cherries Nectarines Peaches Plums Prunes 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at bud swell to early bloom when increased fruit set is desired. Repeat in 30 days to maintain increased  set. Apply 1-2 gal/ac prior to pit hardening for improved fruit size, fruit firmness, and reduction in "green shoulders". Rate dependent upon tree size and conditions such as heat and/or moisture stress effects. Post Harvest: Apply 2-3 gal/ac in 1 or 2 applications to strengthen buds and for winter root storage of N.. Compatible with zinc, boron, copper, and other micros.

Pears 1-1 ˝ gal/ac at pre-bloom and repeat every 30 days until four weeks prior to harvest. As some varieties (i.e., De Anjou) are more sensitive under certain conditions, caution should be exercised. Post Harvest: Apply 2-3 gal/ac in 1 or 2 applications.

Peppers 1-2 gal/ac at early bloom and repeat 14 days later to improve fruit set and canopy to reduce sunburn. Apply 1-2 gallons 30 days prior to harvest.

Potatoes 2 gal/ac prior to tuberization and 2 gal/ac at early bloom. A third application of 2 gal/ac 2-3 weeks following bloom spray may be needed through fertigation system. Can be applied in pesticides. Buffering of pesticides may be necessary as GREENFEED™ is pH stable at 9.1.

Rice 1-2 gal/ac at panicle initiation or 45 to 55 days after planting for early varieties and 55 to 65 days after planting for late varieties to stimulate continuous development and fill of rice kernels. Adequate nitrogen must be applied pre-flood for optimum overall plant development. A second application of 1-2 gals/ac may be applied at flag leaf stage.

Safflower 1-3 gal/ac at early bloom.

Seed Crops 1-2 gal/ac at early bloom.Three to four weeks later, apply 2 gal/ac. Sixty to thirty days prior to harvest, apply 2 gal/ac to fill out seed.

Spinach 1-3 gal/ac when adequate foliage present. Apply again 7-10 days prior to harvest if double cropping.

Strawberries 1-3 gal/ac at early bloom and repeat in 14-21 days. Apply in drip at 3-5 gal/ac every two weeks during prime fruiting months.

Sweet Corn 1-3 gal/ac at a 12-14 inch height, at early tassel stage, and again at early silk stage.

Tomatoes 1-2 gal/ac at early bloom. Repeat at 15-30 days later. Apply 3-4 gal/ac 3-4 weeks prior to harvest to stimulate canopy production and to reduce sunburn effect on fruit.

Walnuts 1-1 ˝ gal/ac when nitrogen needs are evident (mid June to late July).

Wheat 1-3 gal/ac at flag leaf stage depending on residual soil fertilizer or rainfall, etc. Flag leaf stag according to Feekes scale is generally the sixth or seventh true leaf on the main stem of the plant. Can be applied with herbicides at 1-2 gal/ac. Can also be applied with Tilt in 2-3 leaf stage.  Can be applied in low volume or undiluted.

Young Trees For growth response use 2-3- gallons in 100 gallons water and spray to wet. Make 3-4 applications per growing season to stimulate root growth as well as top growth.

Drip Applications

All Fruit Trees, All Nut Tree, Grapes(Raisin), Grapes(Table), Grapes(Wine), Vegetables, GREENFEED™ is much more efficient in soils (especially light soils) because it is a larger molecule and, therefore, provides a more efficient slowly available nitrogen source. Use 1 –5 gallons per acre in drip applications. Can be combined into blends such as 8-8-8 and/or UN/32 GREENFEED™ in light soils, under typical coastal temperature and moisture, should be effective for 9-12 weeks.

Under recommended rates no phytotoxicity has been experienced, however, as phytotoxicity can occur on some crops depending upon weather and plant condition, the user assumes all liability of use or handling. Under no circumstances will the manufacturer or seller be held responsible for direct or in-direct damage resulting from the use or handling of this product whether or not in accordance with directions or suggestions.

The information contained is correct to the best of our knowledge. The recommendations or suggestions contained in the bulletin are made without guarantee or representation as to result. Our responsibility for claims arising from breach of warranty, negligence or otherwise are limited to the purchase price of the material. Freedom to use any patent applied for or owned by Caltec or others is not to be inferred from any statement contained herein.

4/20/05

CALTEC PRO-VISION PROGRAM

GUIDE TO STIMULATE RAPID GROWTH IN YOUNG TREES and VINES

Purpose:                  To rapidly increase root mass, trunk diameter, and tree height, large leaves, and future bud wood..  Using standard fertilizer program trees treated with Caltec products should grow to a three year “size” by the end of the second growing season.  Most varieties should produce a sizeable crop in the third leaf.

Products:                 GREENFEED 27/75-0-0 :  A liquid slow release foliar Nitrogen with 0 salt index produces cell division for continuous growth.  Strengthens and produces roots and top growth leaf buds for following year production.  Very economical. 

KELPAK AUXIN CONCENTRATE : A plant growth hormone that stimulates adventitious root tip growth which produces a 5-10x root mass.

Greenfeed and Kelpak can be tank mixed after pH adjustment.  Very economical/acre.

TERRA TREAT :  A soil moisture surfactant/penetrent.

Very economical.  Moves with water and nutrients

laterally under ground and stimulates positive root

growth by increasing moisture in “root zone” and supplying more of the available soil nutrients.

Application:           GREENFEED 27/75-0-0 :  Applied foliarly at 1 gallon in 100 gallons H20.  Spray to wet.  Use a buffer to lower 9.1 pH to 7.5 or less.  Can be applied with micros.

KELPAK :  Use in a root dip solution for root stimulation .  Dip in 1 gallon in 100 gallons H2O for 10 seconds.  Transplant under regular conditions. 

Kelpak can be used foliarly with 2-3 pints/Ac. in a pH solution of 7 or less.  Follow 14-21 days with 2-3 pints/Ac.  Follow again, 14-21 days with 2-3 pints.  Spray to wet.

TERRA TREAT :  Apply to soil through micro sprinklers, drip, furrow, or flood at 1 quart/Ac.  Follow in next irrigation with 1 quart/Ac. in heavy soils or 1 pint in light soils.  No further use necessary during in season.  Can be applied with sprayer over general root area and irrigated in rather than broadcast in young trees and vines.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                March   2003

GREENFEED™ 27/75-0-0

PEAR APPLICATION GUIDE FOR

PRE BLOOM, PETAL FALL, AND SIZING

PURPOSE:                                To increase flower initiation and fruit set.

                                              To increase of fruit size and yield.

TIMING

RECOMMENDATIONS:                  1 – 1.5 gals./Ac. of GREENFEED^TM at

                                               “bud swell” or “pre pink” bud to early

                                                bloom for “set” retention. Repeat at

BLOOM SET                                petal fall at 1-2 gals./Ac. to maintain set.

                                                Use higher rates for larger trees and/or

                                                when more foliage is present.        

SIZING

RECOMMENDATIONS:                  Early to Mid season application at 1-1 ˝

                                               gals./Ac. will increase fruit size.

                                               Note:  Caution with Anjou variety with

                                               pesticides.

RESULTS:                                   GREENFEED^TM, a liquid slow release

                                                urea based product, when applied pre-

bloom, triggers flower initiation. This is caused by the increased presence andinfluence of NH₃-NH₄⁺ from Greenfeedwhich accelerates arginine production.  Applied mid season increases fruit size.  (“Peelers” have to be adjusted)

                                                                                                         March 2003

GREENFEED 27/75-0-0^*

GRASS SEED GUIDE

PERENNIAL RYE & TALL FESCUE GRASS FOR SEED

PURPOSE:                          To increase yield and seed size.

RECOMMENDATION:            1-2 gal./Ac. at pre bloom on all grass varieties.  1-2 gal./Ac. after pollination.

• Can be applied with Kelpak

• Can be applied in multiple applications with Tilt and/or other fungicides.

• Can also be applied to Penn Cross stolons at 1-2 gal./Ac. or equivalent rate to nursery stock.

• Follow fungicide label when applied together.

• Use adequate quantity of water for coverage.

• pH of GREENFEED is 9.1.  A buffer may be required when applied in combination with other products.

^*27/75-0-0 indicates 27% Nitrogen and 75% is Regulated Slow Release Nitrogen.

GREENFEED 27/75-0-0

Apply GREENFEED^TM in diluted or in blended fertilizer solutions to turf grass by hand sprayer, mechanical, and/or sprinkler system. Use 1-3.0 gallons H₂0 per 1000 square feet through sprayer.

GREENFEED^TM is used on turf grasses at .75 pounds per 1000 square feet per application to as high as 2.0 pounds per 1000 square feet. Combined annual  hold rates are from 2.0 pounds to as high as 10.0 pounds depending on turf or lawn requirements, soil conditions, temperatures, type of plants, etc.

Primary Advantages of GREENFEED^TM:

·        no phytotoxicity at recommended rates

·        GREENFEED^TM is a pH stable product

·        regulated controlled release of nitrogen over 8 – 12 week period

·        produces uniform growth without “surges” of growth

·        can be sprayed through low volume equipment or any type sprinkler systems

·        does not clog spray nozzles or micro sprinkler systems, pumps, etc.

·        labor saving due to reduced clippings

·        environmentally friendly, reduced Nitrate leaching due to larger molecule

·        safe to customer and applicator – no skin irritation

·        compatible with a wide range of pesticides, micro and macro nutrients

·        gradual turf greening and long term effect

·        high carbon 20.7% improves soil condition

·        grows in “spots or holes” in turf due to cell division terminal growth

·        stores well in plastic or stainless steel

·        non corrosive to application equipment or tanks

·        no annoying free ammonia

·        no unsightly granules waiting to dissolve and volitize

·        polymethylene urea is safe, agronomically sound, & environmentally smart

                                                                                                                         May 1999

GREENFEED^TM 27/75-0-0

APPLICATION GUIDE FOR TOMATOES

AT BLOOM AND PRIOR TO HARVEST

PURPOSE:                           To increase floral florescence and crop set for increased yields.

1¹/2 gal/Ac of GREENFEED at early bloom. Repeat application in 3 weeks with 1¹/2 – 2 gal/Ac. Use higher rates on larger plants and higher foliage density.

Apply prior to Harvest

Apply 2 – 4 gal/Ac 4 weeks prior to harvest to stimulate canopy maintenance to reduce sunburn effect on fruit and to allow for air circulation to reduce disease pressure.

RESULT:                              GREENFEED, a liquid controlled release urea based nutrient, when applied at bloom, triggers flower initiation and set. This is a result of the addition of NH₃– NH₄+ to the plant which activate polyamines and triggers floral florescence in the plant.

The second application maintains the nitrogen level necessary to sustain set and helps to produce a canopy which  reduces sunburn and/or heat stress.

By increasing the NH₃- NH₄+ content by foliar application of a non-phyto form of urea, GREENFEED, arginine biosynthesis is accelerated, putrascine levels will increase followed by increases in spermidine and spermine. The later three are polyamines, which are plant elements essential for floral development, fruit set, leaf florescence, and reduction in bloom and/or fruit drop under stress conditions because of the presence of a readily available, safe form of nitrogen.

GOLF COURSE TEE AND GREEN RECOMMENDATION

• GREENFEED can be applied with pesticides in H20 at the rate of 1/3 gal/1000 square feet (approximately 1 lb. of Nitrogen) or applied in very low concentrations of H20.

• GREENFEED’s pH is 9.0-9.5 Use a quality buffer with pesticides.

• GREENFEED is “water fast” within 6-8 hours after a foliar application.

• GREENFEED is 75% slow release Nitrogen primarily from polymethelene urea which effectively reduces phytotoxicity potential.

• GREENFEED has been applied at very high rates on bent grass with no obvious phytotoxicity. Do not exceed the recommended rate per 1000 square feet.

FAIRWAY RECOMMENDATION

• GREENFEED can be applied with pesticides in sufficient H20 at the rate of 1-3 gallons through sprinklers or sprayers per acre in even coverage.

• Rate will vary with grass variety and temperature. Use lower rates with higher temperatures.

• It is always a good idea to mow the area to be sprayed prior to applications. Use sufficient water for adequate coverage. For best results do not over water.

                                                                                  Oct. 2003

GREENFEED 27/75-0-0

POTATO GUIDE FOLIAR APPLICATION

Safe, Regulated, Slow Release Nitrogen for Foliar, Drip or Fertigation

• 2 gal/Ac prior to tuberization.

• 2gal/Ac at early bloom.

• 2 gal/Ac 3-4 weeks after bloom apply through fertigation system.

• Can be applied with pesticides.

• Buffering of pesticide combinations may be necessary as GREENFEED is pH stable at 9.0-9.1

Use minimum amounts of water in ground or air applications.

COTTON APPLICATION GUIDE AT BLOOM

PURPOSE: To increase floral florescence and crop set for increased yields.

RECOMMENDATION:
1 ˝ gal./Ac. of GREENFEED at early bloom. Repeat application in 3 weeks with 1 ˝ gal./Ac. Use higher rates on larger plants and higher foliage density.

RESULT:
GREENFEED, a liquid controlled release polymethyline urea based nutrient, when applied at bloom, triggers flower initiation and set. This is as a result of the addition of NH3-NH4+ to the plant which activates polyamines and triggers floral florescence in the plant.  The second application maintains the nitrogen level necessary to sustain set and helps to produce a canopy which reduces sunburn and or heat stress.  By increasing the NH3-NH4 content by foliar application of a non-phyto form of urea, GREENFEED, arginine biosynthesis is accelerated, putrascine levels will increase followed by increases in spermidine and spermine. The later three are polyamines, which are plant elements essential for floral development, fruit set, leaf florescence, and reduction in fruit drop under stress conditions because of the presence of a readily available, safe form of nitrogen.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

GREENFEED™, a 2.9 lbs. N/gallon polymethylene urea fertilizer solution, enters the plant very rapidly, but releases slower than urea solutions due to a larger molecule, depending upon the plant size and cycle over a period of six to nine weeks. Two applications (2-3gals.) provide approximately 6 lbs. of nitrogen which is equivalent to 30 to 36 lbs. of actual nitrogen applied to the soil. Foliar application of GREENFEED™ provides a 4 to 6 (and sometimes more) to 1 efficiency factor, compared to soil applied nitrogen.

Foliar nitrogen can be applied to efficient results WHEN and WHERE the plant needs it as opposed to soil applications of nitrogen that require days to convert in the soil to a useable form. Depending upon the fertilizer source pH, soil type, soil pH, volatization, moisture content, soil bacteria, organic matter, root burn, root absorption, respiration rate, soil temperature, etc. soil applications are 35-50% efficient and may take many days to resolve a nitrogen requirement as opposed to foliar application which responds in hours thereby, supplying a source of nitrogen to where the plant requires it. This is particularly necessary during pre and post bloom as most plants require as much as 2 to 3 lbs. of nitrogen per acre per day during bloom to set fruit or boles.

Soil application increase the potential of nitrate accumulation in soil and water. Foliar application as directed spray significantly reduces this concern due to being applied to and absorbed by stomata in the foliage and applied in lower nitrogen concentrations.

GREENFEED™ properly time at pre bloom increases the NH3-NH4+ in the plant, induces set, and the slow release nitrogen maintains a higher level of nitrogen in the plant beyond the point when the plant would normally abort excess set.

GREENFEED™ can be applied with all pesticides except sulfur. pH of GREENFEED™ is 9.1 as buffer is recommended with pesticides. Use minimum quantity of water to produce adequate coverage by air or with low volume ground sprayers.

PURPOSE:
To increase floral florescence and crop set for increased yields.

RECOMMENDATION:
 ľ - 1 gal/Ac. of GREENFEED at early bloom. Repeat application in 3 weeks with 1-1 ˝ gal/Ac. Use higher rates on larger plants and greater foliage density.

RESULTS:
GREENFEED, a liquid controlled release urea based nutrient, when applied at bloom, triggers flower initiation and set. This is as a result of the addition of NH3 – NH4 + to the plant which activates polyamines and triggers floral florescence in the plant.  The second application maintains the nitrogen level necessary to sustain set and helps to produce a canopy which reduces sunburn and/ or heat stress.
By increasing the NHз – NH4+ content by foliar application of a non-phyto form of urea, GREENFEED, arginine biosynthesis is accelerated, putracine levels will increase followed by increases in spermidine and spermine. The later three are polyamines, which are plant elements essential for floral development, fruit set, leaf florescence and reduction in fruit drop under stress conditions because of the presence of a readily available, safe form of nitrogen.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

GREENFEED, a 2.8 lbs. N / gallon polymethylene urea fertilizer solution, enters the plant very rapidly but releases slower that urea solutions, depending upon the plant size and cycle over a period of six to nine weeks. Two applications (3 gals) provide approximately 6 lbs. of Nitrogen which is the equivalent of 30 to 42 lbs. of actual Nitrogen applied to the soil. Foliar application of GREENFEED foliarly provides a 4 to 6 (and sometimes more) to 1 efficiency factor, compared to soil applied nitrogen.

Foliar Nitrogen can be applied for efficient results WHEN and WHERE the plant needs it as opposed to soil applications of Nitrogen which require days to convert in the soil to a usable form. Depending upon the fertilizer source pH, soil type, soil pH, volitization, moisture content, soil bacteria, organic matter, root burn, root absorption, respiration rate, soil temperature, etc., soil applications are only 35-50% efficient and may take many days to resolve a nitrogen requirement as opposed to a foliar application which responds in hours thereby supplying a source of nitrogen to where the plant requires it. This is particularly necessary during pre and post bloom as most crops require as much as 2 to 3 lbs. of Nitrogen per acre per day during bloom to set fruit or nuts.

Soil applications increase the potential of nitrate accumulation in soil and water. Foliar application as a directed spray significantly reduces the concern due to being applied to and absorbed by stomata in the foliage and applied in lower Nitrogen concentrations.

GREENFEED properly time at pre bloom increases the NHз - NH4+ in the plant, induces set and the slow release results maintains a higher level of Nitrogen in the plant beyond the point when the plant would normally abort excess set.