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Nectarine Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 3,500.00.KSh 1,500.00Current price is: KSh 1,500.00.
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Seedling Planting Trays
KSh 145.00 – KSh 210.00
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Hass Avocado Farming Package
Original price was: KSh 75,000.00.KSh 65,000.00Current price is: KSh 65,000.00.
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Compost / Manure Analysis
Original price was: KSh 11,500.00.KSh 8,500.00Current price is: KSh 8,500.00.
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Soil Pathology Tests
Original price was: KSh 8,500.00.KSh 7,200.00Current price is: KSh 7,200.00.
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Custard Apple Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 500.00.KSh 350.00Current price is: KSh 350.00.
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White Sapote Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 1,000.00.KSh 500.00Current price is: KSh 500.00.
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Dwarf PawPaw (Papaya) Seedlings
KSh 100.00 – KSh 150.00
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Tree Tomato Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 150.00.KSh 100.00Current price is: KSh 100.00.
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Pomegranate Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 500.00.KSh 400.00Current price is: KSh 400.00.
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Duduthrin
Original price was: KSh 3,200.00.KSh 2,720.00Current price is: KSh 2,720.00.
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Noni Fruit Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 3,500.00.KSh 2,800.00Current price is: KSh 2,800.00.
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Proline Puppy Food
Original price was: KSh 2,000.00.KSh 1,650.00Current price is: KSh 1,650.00.
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MycoApply Endo Prime EA
Original price was: KSh 3,200.00.KSh 2,600.00Current price is: KSh 2,600.00.
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SC Sungura 301 Maize Seed
Original price was: KSh 590.00.KSh 530.00Current price is: KSh 530.00.
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Mangosteen Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 10,000.00.KSh 8,500.00Current price is: KSh 8,500.00.
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Grafted Apple Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 1,000.00.KSh 600.00Current price is: KSh 600.00.
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FUGO Chick and Duckling Mash
KSh 1,350.00 – KSh 5,100.00
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White Sapote Seedlings
Original price was: KSh 1,000.00.KSh 500.00Current price is: KSh 500.00.
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Easy Gro Starter 1kg
Original price was: KSh 855.00.KSh 625.00Current price is: KSh 625.00.
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Fugo Pig Sow and Weaner
Original price was: KSh 4,500.00.KSh 4,350.00Current price is: KSh 4,350.00.
Today, we’re going to explore the intricate dance of nutrients in the soil, with a spotlight on Calcium – a key nutrient that interacts in fascinating ways with other elements. Understanding these interactions is crucial for maintaining a harmonious and productive garden 🌍🌿
🌟 1. Calcium and Magnesium: A Delicate Balance ⚖️
In the soil nutrient family, Calcium and Magnesium are like close siblings – they need to be in balance. Too much calcium can lead to magnesium deficiency in plants due to competitive uptake, and vice versa. It’s important to test your soil regularly to ensure that both are present in harmonious amounts for optimal plant health.
🌟 2. Potassium – The Friendly Rival 🤝
Calcium and Potassium have a bit of a friendly rivalry going on. High levels of calcium can interfere with the absorption of potassium, a crucial nutrient for plant growth and water regulation. Managing the right balance of these nutrients is key to avoiding deficiencies and ensuring healthy plant growth.
🌟 3. Phosphorus – The Precipitation Puzzle 🧩
Here’s an interesting interaction: in alkaline soils, calcium can bind with phosphorus, making it less available to plants. This can be a puzzle for gardeners trying to maintain optimal phosphorus levels. Amending soil with the right type of fertilizer and maintaining a balanced pH can help keep phosphorus available to your plants.
🌟 4. Enhancing Nitrogen Utilization 🚀
Adequate levels of calcium are crucial for effective nitrogen uptake and utilization in plants. Calcium helps in the efficient use of nitrogen, ensuring that plants get the full benefit of this vital nutrient. It’s like calcium helps plants to make the most of their nitrogen meal!
🌟 5. Micronutrient Relationships: Iron and Zinc 🔍
Calcium doesn’t just interact with major nutrients; it also has relationships with micronutrients like iron and zinc. The presence and balance of calcium can affect the uptake of these important trace elements, influencing overall plant nutrition.
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Knapsack Sprayer Pump
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageInvesting in a high-quality knapsack sprayer from Farmers Trend Virtual Agrovet is a step towards achieving better efficiency, healthier crops, and higher yields. Don’t let pests and diseases affect your productivity—equip yourself with the right tools for success. Order your 20L manual or 18L motorized knapsack sprayer today and take your farming to the next level!
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Metallic Garden Rake with Handle
Original price was: KSh 3,500.00.KSh 2,400.00Current price is: KSh 2,400.00.Add to cartLooking for the perfect tool to maintain your garden or farm? Our Metallic Garden Rake with Handle is designed to handle tough garden tasks with ease. Whether you’re loosening soil, leveling gravel, or clearing out weeds and debris, this high-quality garden rake is the ideal companion for all your agricultural needs.
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Coopers Triatix Stock Spray
KSh 107.00 – KSh 315.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageTriatix EC is a highly effective ectoparaciticide used for the control of single and multi-host ticks, mange mites, keds, biting and sucking lice on cattle, sheep, goats, camels, pigs and dogs. Triatix is highly effective against strains of ticks that are resistant to pyrethroids and organophosphorus chemicals.
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Poultry chicken Feeder
KSh 230.00 – KSh 700.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageInstallation is simple, easy to replenish and manage the chicken feed/water.Light in weight
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SC Sungura 301 Maize Seed
Original price was: KSh 590.00.KSh 530.00Current price is: KSh 530.00.Read moreSc Sungura 301 is an Ultra early maturing variety that takes 72-80 days to physical maturity. It is an excellent alternative to Sorghum and Millet cropping. This variety is tolerant to weather challenges, with wide regional adaptation under marginal conditions.
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Maclik Super Cow Salt
KSh 150.00 – KSh 530.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageMaclik Super is a mineral supplement specifically designed for the dairy cow to provide her with all the necessary requirements of Phosphorus and Calcium for maintenance and production of both calves and milk.
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Coopers Milking Salve
KSh 60.00 – KSh 1,370.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageCoopers Milking Salve is an off-white medicated milking jelly with antiseptic, non-tainting and non-staining properties. Directions for Use
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Standard Heavy Duty Wheelbarrow
Original price was: KSh 9,500.00.KSh 8,400.00Current price is: KSh 8,400.00.Add to cartOur standard heavy duty wheelbarrow is made from steel with a powder-coated finish. It is resistant to rust, and offers durability and reliability in even the most rugged and hardy usage situations. The design of the wheelbarrow is ergonomic, and has easy-grip handles for personal safety.
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Giant Nightshade (Managu)
KSh 250.00 – KSh 350.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page- Does well in most soils
- High yielding vegetable
- Highly nutritious
- Very long harvesting period
- maturity: 30 days
- Easy to manage
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CORIANDER DANIA SEEDS – 250G
Original price was: KSh 1,250.00.KSh 965.00Current price is: KSh 965.00.Add to cart- Attractive green foliage
- Highly pungent with finely cut foliage
- Ready for picking within 30 days
- Unique coriander flavour
- Ideal for both local and export markets
- Requires no transplanting
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Gam Chaff Cutter
KSh 42,000.00 – KSh 65,000.00Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product pageQuality Chaff CutterTwo Blade or Three Blade
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Generic 1Set Garden Irrigation System
Original price was: KSh 4,200.00.KSh 3,724.00Current price is: KSh 3,724.00.Add to cartThis set is perfect for patio, atrium and greenhouse plants.
It can be adjusted to accommodate troughs, pots, hanging baskets and garden beds alike.
It can automatic irrigation when your tap tight thread adapter and open water.
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Featured Products
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Knapsack Sprayer Pump
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Metallic Garden Rake with Handle
Original price was: KSh 3,500.00.KSh 2,400.00Current price is: KSh 2,400.00.
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Coopers Triatix Stock Spray
KSh 107.00 – KSh 315.00
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Poultry chicken Feeder
KSh 230.00 – KSh 700.00
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SC Sungura 301 Maize Seed
Original price was: KSh 590.00.KSh 530.00Current price is: KSh 530.00.
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Maclik Super Cow Salt
KSh 150.00 – KSh 530.00
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Coopers Milking Salve
KSh 60.00 – KSh 1,370.00
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Standard Heavy Duty Wheelbarrow
Original price was: KSh 9,500.00.KSh 8,400.00Current price is: KSh 8,400.00.
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Giant Nightshade (Managu)
KSh 250.00 – KSh 350.00
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CORIANDER DANIA SEEDS - 250G
Original price was: KSh 1,250.00.KSh 965.00Current price is: KSh 965.00.
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