Objective: Testing AmpliPhyt™ MA (5.0L/ha by fertigation) every 14 days effect on yield and quality versus competitor product 5.0L/ha (Kelp)
Application Rate/Timing: 5.0L/ha , commenced 15 days after planting and then every 14 days after.
Grower observed less blossom end rot in the AmpliPhyt™ treated area leading to higher packout of marketable fruit.
Increased yield of watermelon resulted in an additional $1440/ha gross margin after deducting the cost of the AmpliPhyt™ MA.
AmpliPhyt™ MA 5.0L/ha. Yield: 30t/ha
Difference: 11 % greater yield generating $1440/ha extra gross margin.