Apples

Fruit Set

Fruit set is categorized as the critical transition period shortly after fertilization as plant processes switch over to fruit formation and growth. A successful fruit set is integral to a healthy crop at harvest. This process can be improved with the addition of Cytokin^® at key timings. Cytokin® contains plant growth hormones responsible for cell division, cell enlargement, and various other plant growth functions. The nature-based plant growth regulator effects help to maximize conditions necessary for fruit set and early fruit development.

Heat Stress

Heat stress can impact the overall health of your crop in several ways. The primary method however is through the prevention of moisture loss via transpiration. Vapor Gard^® forms a soft, microscopic film over the leaf and plant surface that reduces the loss of water vapor. This film does not significantly interfere with photosynthesis, allowing the plant to continue to productively function under adverse conditions.

Sun Scald

Sunlight, while a necessary part of photosynthesis and healthy plant growth, can also have damaging effects on crop quality. When crop canopies are suddenly opened, sometimes because of disease or harvesting practices, exposed fruit can be damaged by sun scald. Reflections® can not only serve as a calcium supplement, but also a reflectant. This allows for reduced rates of sun damage and a protection of the quality of fruit harvested.

Fireblight

Fireblight is the result of a bacterium known as Erwinia amylovora. Along with cultural practices that can be effective at mitigating symptoms and spreads, some contact pesticides can be effective. Depending upon the chemistry selected, fireblight control chemistries may benefit from extended contact with the bacteria that are responsible for blossom or shoot blight symptoms. The addition of Nu-Film-P® may help with both deposition and retention of pesticides on the leaf surface.

Fruit Expansion

During fruit expansion, there is an ever-increasing amount of both the size of plant cells as well as the volume of plant cells. With these increases occurring, critical nutrients are necessary to strengthen the developing cells. Cell Force® Max delivers multiple different key nutrients, such as calcium, for healthy and productive fruit expansion.

Address Deficiencies, Pest Management and More

Apple trees that experience nutrient deficiencies may be stunted in their growth, with discolored leaves and malformed fruit. Ensuring the soil has the proper pH levels is crucial for maximizing the trees’ absorption of nutrients and the efficacy of fertilizer. Our products help strengthen the health of soil, so trees can utilize all the nutrients they need to grow strong and robust. This means they will become more resilient to pests and disease, as well. Combined with the proper fertilizer regimen, our science-backed solutions ensure the long-term health and productivity of apple crops for sustainable success.

The Miller Difference

Since 1937, Miller Chemical & Fertilizer has been formulating solutions for a wide range of crops, developing products ranging from first-class adjuvants to crop protection aids. Our offerings help customers provide comprehensive care for their crops, combining the most advanced science with proven and time-tested practices such as pruning and fertilization to improve the overall health and yield of their orchards.

If you want to learn more about these or any other products we have to offer to boost fruit production at apple orchards, contact us and speak with a member of our team today. Our experts are ready and willing to answer any questions you may have about what we have to offer and how it can help you.