Gelyflow Ca assay in roses

22 July, 2024/in Assays/by arvensisagro

The production of quality roses for export is a task that requires a high level of technification, efficiency and quality to meet the expectations of the most competitive international markets. The floriculture industry, in its quest to remain at the forefront, is constantly looking for innovations to improve production without compromising sustainable development and ecological balance.

In this context, Arvensis is positioned as a strategic ally, offering effective and environmentally friendly alternatives. These solutions, when applied at the right time, allow plants to express their full potential, ensuring continuous and healthy development.

The objective of the studies presented in this trial is to evaluate the calcium concentration in rose plants through the application of GELYFLOW Ca. For this purpose, two trials were carried out in Ecuador on different rose varieties. The results obtained demonstrate the efficacy of GELYFLOW Ca in maintaining adequate levels of calcium in the plant over time, thus contributing to the production of high quality roses that meet the demands of the international market.

When should I use Gelyflow Ca?

Calcium is an essential nutrient for plants, playing a crucial role in the stability of cell walls and membranes. In roses, calcium deficiency, especially in meristematic tissue, can have serious consequences. Lack of calcium weakens cell walls, making cells more susceptible to rupture and eventually leading to tissue death. This deficiency is not always due to low uptake or availability of calcium in the soil, but is often the result of inadequate transport through the plant’s vascular passages. In addition, calcium deficient plants are more susceptible to the entry of fungi such as botrytis.

The use of GELYFLOW Ca in rose cultivation is crucial to prevent the problems associated with calcium deficiency. By ensuring an adequate and continuous supply of this nutrient, GELYFLOW Ca helps maintain the structural integrity of the cells, promoting healthy and vigorous rose growth. This results in higher quality and more resistant flowers, capable of meeting the demands of the international market.

GELYFLOW-Ca is a concentrated suspension that allows a large amount of calcium to be provided using very small volumes, resulting in significant savings in transport and container handling. This product is especially recommended for situations where small volumes of broth are used, thus facilitating efficient application. GELYFLOW Ca can be administered both foliar and to the soil, offering flexibility in its use according to the specific needs of the crop.

Assay 1 data

Crop	Rosal Artika
Location	Ecuador
Date	Applications were started on 23 March 2022, 2 drench applications were made at an interval of 15 days, and evaluated 15 days after the 2nd application.
Surface	10 camas
Dose	GELYFLOW Ca 1,5 litres/ha, 75cc/10 camas of GelyFlow Ca

Results and analysis of assay 1

The results obtained demonstrate conclusively the efficacy of GELYFLOW Ca in maintaining adequate levels of calcium in the rose plants. The graph of calcium measurements in the tender peduncles reveals a clear superiority of the GELYFLOW Ca treatment compared to the conventional farm treatment.

After two applications of GELYFLOW Ca via drench, the difference in calcium concentrations at 30 days is significant, exceeding 50%. Specifically, while the conventional treatment shows a concentration of 55 ppm calcium per month, the GELYFLOW Ca treatment reaches 120 ppm, which is above the expected upper range.

These results indicate that GELYFLOW Ca not only improves calcium uptake and transport within the plant, but also ensures a more uniform and sustainable distribution of the nutrient. This is crucial for maintaining cell integrity and promoting healthy and vigorous growth in roses, which is essential to meet the quality standards demanded in the international flower market.

Assay 2 data

Crop	Rosal Mondial y novia
Location	Pichincha (Ecuador)
Date	Applications started on 14 April 2021, 3 drench applications were made.
Surface	15 camas
Dose	GELYFLOW Ca 1cc/litre

Results and analysis of assay 2

The graph below shows calcium measurements in two rose varieties, comparing the conventional farm treatment with the GELYFLOW Ca treatment. The light bars represent the farm treatment, while the dark bars correspond to the GELYFLOW Ca treatment.

After one month of GELYFLOW Ca application via drench, a significant difference in calcium concentrations was observed, being higher than 50%.

Conclusions

The results obtained in both trials highlight the effectiveness of GELYFLOW Ca in significantly increasing calcium levels in rose plants. Both in the second study, where different rose varieties were evaluated, and in the first study, where the effect on tender peduncles was analysed, a considerable improvement was observed after application of GELYFLOW Ca via drench.

The graphs clearly show that the difference in calcium concentrations between the conventional treatment and the GELYFLOW Ca treatment was greater than 50% after one month of application. These results are indicative of the ability of GELYFLOW Ca to enhance calcium uptake and transport in plants, which contributes to healthier and more vigorous growth of roses.