K Factor – Potassium Mobilising Bacteria

K-Factor – Potassium Mobilizing Bacteria:

  K-factor refers to free-living or endophytic bacteria in the rhizosphere, which are responsible for mobilizing potassium in the soil.  In one milliliter of fluid, there are at least 1x10⁸ bacteria.  These bacteria, after entering the soil, release a variety of organic acids and enzymes into the root zone.  As a result, they facilitate the assimilation of potassium, making it more available to plants.

  Advantages:

  Improves potassium availability to plants from early stages, promotes strong root development, stem and tuber formation.  In addition, it contributes to increase the arrangement of flowers and fruits.

  Reduces the need for chemical potassium fertilizers by 20-25%.

  Exhibits antagonistic properties against various plant pathogens, contributes to better disease resistance, improves plant vigor and yield.

  Dosage : 1 liter per acre

  Application Time:

  Initially, apply by seed treatment using seedling dipping method, followed by foliar spray during growth stages.

  If changes in weather conditions occur, apply 1 liter per acre by foliar spray.

  Frequency of Application:

  For short-duration crops, a single application per crop cycle is recommended.

  For mid season crops, apply twice.

  For perennial crops, apply 2 to 3 times per crop cycle.