Varmers Strawberry Nutrients
฿ 1,000 – ฿ 3,000
Varmers Strawberry Nutrients is a premium quality nutrient formula specially designed for strawberries. Made with the finest natural ingredients, this formula provides the right balance of macronutrients and micronutrients, including nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron, to promote strong growth, healthy root development, abundant fruit production, and disease resistance in strawberry plants. Easy to use and highly effective, Varmers Strawberry Nutrients is a must-have for any serious strawberry farmer or home gardener.
| Weight | 0.300 kg |
|---|---|
| Size | 1 KG, 300 GR |
Description
Varmers Nutrients
The best food for the best plants
Strawberries are one of the most popular and widely grown fruits in the world, and for good reason. These juicy, sweet, and nutritious fruits are enjoyed by people of all ages and are an important part of a healthy diet. However, for a strawberry plant to grow strong, healthy, and produce abundant yields, it is crucial that it receives the right nutrients. Varmers is very much aware of this and produces the best nutrients in-house.
Commonly used Synthetic Fertilizers
Conventional, Chemical-Based Nutrients
- Environmental Harm: Can contribute to soil degradation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Chemical Content: Contains chemicals that can be harmful to the environment and potentially to human health.
- Dependency: Long-term use can lead to soil degradation and dependency on synthetic inputs.
- Potential for Overuse: Easy to overapply, leading to nutrient runoff and environmental harm.
- Soil Health Neglect: Focuses on providing nutrients without enhancing overall soil health.
Varmers Nutrients
We don’t serve these issues!
- Chemical-Free: Does not contain harmful chemicals, making it safer for the environment, soil, and potentially for the crops as well.
- Soil Health Improvement: Long-term use can improve soil health and reduce the presence of harmful chemicals in the soil.
- Solid Form: Easy to store and handle, and does not have issues related to clustering.
- Made from Natural Minerals: Utilizes natural resources, potentially making it a more sustainable option.
- Does Not Require A/B Components: Simplifies the nutrient application process since there is no need to mix different components.
Synthetic Nutrients vs. Varmers Nutrients
Various chemicals found in plant nutrients, specifically synthetic fertilizers, can have detrimental effects on the environment when they are not used responsibly and in appropriate quantities.
The primary chemicals of concern include
Nitrogen:
Forms: Ammonium (NH₄⁺), Nitrate (NO₃⁻), Urea.
Environmental Issues:
- Nitrate Leaching: Can contaminate groundwater, posing risks to human health (e.g., methemoglobinemia or “blue baby syndrome”).
- Nitrous Oxide Emissions: A greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. It is released from fertilized soils through microbial processes.
- Algal Blooms: Excess nitrogen in water bodies can lead to harmful algal blooms, which can produce toxins harmful to aquatic life and humans.
Phosphorus:
Forms: Phosphate (PO₄³⁻).
Environmental Issues:
- Eutrophication: Contributes to the over-fertilization of water bodies, leading to algal blooms and dead zones.
- Runoff and Soil Erosion: Phosphorus binds to soil particles, so it can be transported to water bodies through runoff and soil erosion.
- Mining Concerns: Phosphate rock mining for fertilizer production has ecological and human health concerns, including habitat destruction and exposure to toxic substances.
Potassium:
Forms: Potassium ions (K⁺).
Environmental Issues:
While potassium is less likely to cause direct environmental harm compared to nitrogen and phosphorus, the mining and processing of potash for fertilizer production can lead to habitat destruction, water consumption, and pollution.
Other Chemicals:
Fertilizers can also contain trace amounts of heavy metals and other contaminants, depending on the source of the fertilizer. These can accumulate in the soil and enter the food chain, posing risks to human health and the environment.