Zinc Sulfate, Sugar Alcohol Zinc Sprays Improve Apple Quality (IMAGE)

American Society for Horticultural Science

Zinc Sulfate, Sugar Alcohol Zinc Sprays Improve Apple Quality

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Scientists determined that zinc sprays applied at critical times in the growing cycle can enhance the quality of apples. Based on a cost analysis, the authors recommended application of sprays to apple leaves at four weeks before harvest.

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Photo courtesy of Dr. Ming Li

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