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thunderhut
Posted 12/23/2015 13:20 (#4981494)
Subject: zinc


Mn		I was thinking about broadcasting zinc in the form of zinc sulfate in addition to urea, sulfur and pre. We don't have fertilizer on the planter so this would be a way to apply it. The coop said it would cost about $6 acre more. Is this worth our efforts?
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Bobcat712
Posted 12/23/2015 13:22 (#4981499 - in reply to #4981494)
Subject: RE: zinc


That works, we have done it
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NE Ridger
Posted 12/23/2015 13:36 (#4981522 - in reply to #4981494)
Subject: RE: zinc


EC Nebraska		It depends on your soil tests and the rate of zinc sulfate, but yes, it can be a good method.

I've got soil tests >1% and I'll add in 10-15 lbs of zinc sulfate with the MAP. I'll probably repeat the application in two years. If I wanted to "fix" the zinc for several years to come I might go 20-25 lbs of zinc sulfate at one shot, but that's not my preferred option. (as much because of pocket book as anything, but also because I'd rather spread it out).

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brow2112
Posted 12/23/2015 14:00 (#4981561 - in reply to #4981494)
Subject: RE: zinc


SE MN		Yes!
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GrainTrader
Posted 12/23/2015 14:46 (#4981650 - in reply to #4981494)
Subject: RE: zinc



20 Miles West of Indianapolis Indiana

thats what i do. i have good testweights and have seen soil test levels raise. doing more for 2016

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Redshale1
Posted 12/23/2015 16:03 (#4981803 - in reply to #4981650)
Subject: RE: zinc


Northeastern Pa		What does 36% zinc cost? Hopefully it came down with all of the other commodities.
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My2cents
Posted 12/23/2015 18:25 (#4982138 - in reply to #4981803)
Subject: RE: zinc


NY		.65$ lb delivered email is good
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wi_aggie
Posted 12/23/2015 23:51 (#4983118 - in reply to #4981494)
Subject: RE: zinc


Cen IL

you might want to check out this product... http://wolftrax.com.codahost.com/en/zinc  have had customers use it and really see the benefits.

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thunderhut
Posted 12/24/2015 07:36 (#4983386 - in reply to #4983118)
Subject: RE: zinc


Mn		Would the blend of micronutrients be the way to go? Seems like a good idea but is it cost prohibitive?
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GrainTrader
Posted 12/24/2015 07:43 (#4983404 - in reply to #4983386)
Subject: RE: zinc



20 Miles West of Indianapolis Indiana		IMO better to have a blend of specific nutrients needed. For example MESZ is a nice blend to start out with. But in my case I want more S and Z then Phos on most farms. Why not just blend MAP/AMS/ZnSo4? Get exactly what u want and let your soil test or budget determine how much of each.
I personally like the idea of zinc sulfate over the zinc oxide in MESZ and I prefer Ammonium Sulfate over their blend of Sulfur and Sulfate in the MESZ.

Just a personal preference.

I will say tho that depending on the coop or fert supplier, micros can get expensive. So price check and negotiate. Usually they will work with you if u are willing to take it in the amounts or containers they get it in. Many micros come in 50# bags or 2000# bags. Ask em what u can do to be easier on them and it should work out for everyone
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