DESCRIPTION
BASF Meritor (Liquid Calcium 11%) Fertilizer Details :
- BASF Meritor is an advanced, highly soluble liquid calcium formulation designed to correct calcium deficiencies in a wide variety of crops. With 11% calcium concentration, it plays a crucial role in strengthening cell walls, promoting root growth, and enhancing fruit quality. Ideal for foliar and fertigation use, Meritor ensures fast absorption and effective results.
Product Benefits:
- High Calcium Content: Provides 11% readily available calcium to correct deficiencies quickly
- Improves Crop Structure: Enhances cell wall strength, reducing physiological disorders like blossom end rot
- Faster Absorption: Liquid formulation ensures quicker uptake through leaves and roots
- Boosts Fruit & Vegetable Quality: Increases shelf life, firmness, and market value
- Ideal for All Crops: Suitable for fruits, vegetables, cereals, pulses, and oilseeds
- Recommended Crops : Tomato, Brinjal, Chilli, Banana, Grapes, Apple, Pomegranate, Cotton, Groundnut, Paddy, Wheat, Maize, and more.
Usage Instructions:
- Foliar Spray: 2.5–3 ml per liter of water
- Fertigation: 1–2 L per acre, depending on soil test and crop requirement
- Apply during early vegetative and fruit development stages for best results
Precautions:
- Always perform a compatibility test before mixing with other agrochemicals
- Avoid spraying during peak sunlight hours
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Specifications:
| Parameter |
Details |
| Brand |
BASF |
| Product Name |
Meritor |
| Form |
Liquid |
| Calcium Content |
11% |
| Application Methods |
Foliar Spray / Fertigation |
| Packaging Size |
Varies (commonly 1 L) |
FAQs for the product of BASF Meritor (Liquid Calcium 11%) Fertilizer
Q1. What is Meritor Liquid Calcium 11% Fertilizer?
Ans. A highly soluble, concentrated liquid fertilizer containing 11% (w/v) calcium, formulated for rapid foliar and soil application to correct calcium deficiencies
Q2. Why is calcium important for plants?
Ans. Calcium strengthens cell walls, prevents disorders like blossom-end rot and bitter pit, enhances fruit firmness, and boosts stress tolerance and nutrient uptake.
Q3. How should I apply Meritor?
Ans.
- Foliar spray: Use 2.5 ml per liter of water (≈400 ml per acre tank) at stages like fruit set or early vegetative growth
- Soil/drip application: Apply 1 L per acre through drip systems for root absorption and ongoing supply
Q4. Which crops are best suited for Meritor?
Ans. Ideal for fruits (tomato, apple, citrus), vegetables, potatoes, and field crops like cereals, pulses, oilseeds, especially where calcium deficiency is common
Q5. Is Meritor safe for plants and the environment?
Ans. Yes—crop-safe when used as directed, with minimal residue and low environmental impact. Calcium is a broadly accepted nutrient
Q6. Can Meritor be mixed with other agricultural inputs?
Ans. Generally compatible with foliar nutrients and most pesticides. It’s advised to run a jar-test first to ensure compatibility
Q7. What benefits can farmers expect?
Ans. Expect improved fruit firmness, reduced physiological disorders, healthier plant tissue, and better stress resilience within 7–14 days post-application.
