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The Importance of Pre-Bloom Ca, B, and Zn in Table & Wine Grapes

We’ve been told for years about the importance of including Zinc (Zn) in our pre-bloom foliar nutritional sprays, so much so, that we almost universally include it without even thinking about it. I’d like to highlight the why behind pre-bloom Zn and also stress the critical role Calcium and Boron play (in conjunction with Zinc) in pre-bloom nutrition. Here’s a quick synopsis of what each element does for the plant and why it’s a necessary component in pre-bloom nutrition.

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