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Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

Boron

Boron plays an important role in the structure of cell walls, fruit set and seed development. It is also a component of protein and carbohydrate metabolism.

Identification

  • Boron deficiency develops also as a fruit disorder,
  • Apples may exhibit internal breakdown and premature drop of highly coloured fruit.

Scouting Notes
Boron deficiency is most likely to be found on alkaline soils or sandy knolls. Boron deficiency is common in dry weather and in soils with a high pH.

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