With its application in farming traced back to the Middle Ages, the use of silicon for improving plant and crop performance is not new. However, it is not well known or understood in current farming practices. The application of silicon has benefit for all crops. It is one of the essential elements for healthy production of broadacre, pasture and horticulture crops, but it is not well understood or utilised in western agriculture.
No other nutrient has as many beneficial effects on crop health. It is one of the most underutilised, but high impact, tools farmers have available to improve the performance and productivity of their operation.
No other nutrient has as many beneficial effects on crop health. It is one of the most underutilised, but high impact, tools farmers have available to improve the performance and productivity of their operation.