An application of 2.5 pt/ac of YaraVita GLYTREL MnP tankmixed with glyphosate gave an 18% increase in seed yield compared to the untreated control. 2 x 3 l/ha YaraVita GLYTREL MnP, the first tankmixed with glyphosate and the second applied alone 14 days later gave a 19.1% increase in seed yield compared to the nil. YaraVita GLYTREL MnP applied as a tankmix was safe to the crop and did not affect the ability of the glyphosate to control weeds at the site.
Managing the Yellowing After Herbicide Use
The yellowing observed in soybean after glyphosate application may be associated with momentary manganese (Mn) deficiency.
This deficiency is one of the most commons nutritional problems in glyphosate-applied soybean fields.
This induced Mn deficiency can occur without showing visible symptoms, still reducing crop yields.
Researchers have analyzed the relationship between the use of some herbicides and the decrease in Mn availability and absorption in genetically modified crops. Some studies have pointed out changes in population of microorganisms responsible for providing manganese to plants. Over time, the plant could not absorb manganese, even though it may be abundant in the soil.
The higher the glyphosate rate; the lower the manganese absorption.
