{"product_id":"kelpak","title":"Seaweed Extract","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeaweed Extract is a plant growth regulator which improves root, shoot and flower development of growing methods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor centuries farmers have tried to improve their crop output with fertilisers and nutrients, however it is seaweed that stands out as a natural and sustainable source of beneficial elements that aid the growth of crops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith this being said, not all seaweeds are equal. Kelpak is a powerful liquid seaweed extract that is made from the fast growing giant kelp called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEcklonia maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKelpak is harvested using strict scientific protocols and manufactured using the proprietary Cold Cellular-Burst extraction process in order to isolate the beneficial elements found in kelp.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote - New Packaging for 1L and 5L containers - same great product.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/gallery-7_8bc1bac4-dee7-4798-97f0-542db5833650.jpg?v=1622727571\" class=\"responsive float-md-right\" alt=\"Kelpak\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoot Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot only does Kelpak encourage growth of the primary root tip, the active ingredients also also enhance lateral root growth, resulting in a significant increase in overall root mass and surface area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutrient and Water Uptake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough improved root development and vascular tissue growth, water, nutrients, sugar molecules, amino acids and hormones can be transported through the plant more efficiently, ensuring the crop remains hydrated and nourished, ultimately ensuring an improved crop yield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Development\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant cell division and leaf spread are improved, ensuring higher chlorophyll production, resulting in a healthier plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit Set\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe number of fruits per tree is improved as the overall percentage of fertilised flowers is significantly increased, ensuring improved fruit set and healthy fruit development. Kelpak application also ensures a higher rate of fruit set in cold or drought conditions. These adverse conditions negatively affect fruit set and Kelpak application can help offset this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit and Berry Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKelpak helps in the development of the plant's root system and its vascular tissue which ultimately benefits fruit size through the provision of nutrients, minerals and essential compounds throughout the plant. Global trials and research indicate that the numerous natural bioactive compounds in Kelpak aid the plant's endogenous biosynthetic pathways that then lead to increased fruit sizing and uniformity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/gallery-21_80903bc1-c208-4900-87d0-e763ba4ea932.jpg?v=1622727632\" class=\"responsive float-md-right\" alt=\"kelpak\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Colour\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit colour is an essential aspect of determining crop value. The active elements in Kelpak indirectly assist the plant's natural physiological processes, ensuring excellent fruit colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKelpak application improves firmness, shelf life and colour. By maintaining optimal nutrition and moisture levels in the plant before harvest, Kelpak application ensures that the fruit remains firm for longer periods on the shelf. Sugar levels are also improved as the additional nutrients deposit more starch which in turn is converted to sugars during ripening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResistance to Abiotic Stresses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKelpak provides a healthy root system, stronger stems and foliar growth, ensuring your plant will be more tolerant to abiotic stresses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKelpak application directly after a crop has experienced stress such as drought, frost, hail or flooding, also benefits the plant's recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter transplant and harvest, most crops will experience shock. Kelpak application before or after these events will significantly improve re-establishment and ensure healthy reserves during dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrevents Leaf Burn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile calcium application is important in apple production, it often results in leaf scorch which will affect tree health and productivity. Kelpak acts as a buffer when applied together with calcium sprays, reducing leaf burn from these applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollen Tube Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent scientific studies clearly indicate the dramatic effect Kelpak has on pollen grain germination and pollen tube elongation. The pollen grain germinates and the pollen tube develops much faster when treated with Kelpak. This ultimately results in improved fruit set and crop yield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent Return on Investment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver four decades of trials consistently show that the return on investment when using Kelpak is significant, the extra value added to yield and quality of the crop far outweighing the cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile the farmer has to consider every additional expense incurred in order to remain profitable, the added security provided when using Kelpak not only means that his crop will survive, but it will flourish, providing that much needed profit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced from \u003cstrong\u003efresh\u003c\/strong\u003e marine algae: \u003cstrong\u003eEcklonia maxima seaweed \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNPK\u003cstrong\u003e :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0 - 0 - 0.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen 0.05% \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphorus (P2O5) 0.03%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium (K2O)  0.65%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdour: Faint seaweed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 4.0 – 4.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific gravity: 1.01 –1.03\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational standards, certifications: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEcocert, \u003c\/span\u003eKIWA BCS Öko-Garantie GmbH, Australian certified organic, BioGro Certification, The USDA National Organic Program, California Department of Food \u0026amp; Agriculture – Organic Input Material Program, The Soil Association, ISO 9001:2015 Certification and ISO 9001:2008 Certification. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource: Freshly harvested Ecklonia maxima seaweed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvesting: Strip rotation ensures uniform seaweed age and consistent biological activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Cold cellular burst extraction method preserves the delicate compounds in the cell sap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivity: Regulates and enhances crops’ physiological processes for improved yields and quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKelpak is a composite of natural actives including: Alginates Phlorotannins (Eckol), Polyamines, Macro and micro nutrients. These compounds act individually or in concert, contributing to numerous favourable physiological responses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Feeding:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKelpak can be applied weekly alone or with your nutrient schedule \u003c\/span\u003ein a 0.5-1% solution. (i.e. 5-10ml per L).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan be used in drip irrigation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRecommendation: Great for use just after translating to reduce shock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoliar Spray:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDilute 1 part Kelpak to 500 parts water (i.e 4ml in 2L water \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greenhouston.co.za\/products\/pump-up-compression-sprayer-2l\"\u003e sprayer\u003c\/a\u003e). Apply at 3 – 4 weekly intervals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegin foliar spray when the plants gets its 4 set of true leaves.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeep the pH of the spray solution below 7 for optimum results\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Treatment:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKelpak Liquid Fertiliser is highly effective as a direct seed dip for coating before planting. Seed coating is recommended at a rate of 5 ml\/kg of seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeedling\/Cutting Tray Dip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKelpak Liquid Fertiliser can be used as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greenhouston.co.za\/products\/rockwool-cubes\"\u003erockwool cubes\u003c\/a\u003e\/seedling tray dip. Immerse seedling tray in a 1% solution or apply as a light hand-watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eShake well before use. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool place, away from direct sunlight - Kelpak stability guaranteed for 2 years in sealed containers under normal storage conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"height: 50vh;\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c0dcwOURmeA\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kelpak","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":35358437081241,"sku":"","price":189.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":35358437114009,"sku":"","price":740.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25L","offer_id":43730477875443,"sku":"","price":2945.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/products\/lf-liquid-fertiliser-25l2_d423b70f-4fa6-4958-8a5b-3de25cdca071.png?v=1681812864","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/kelpak","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}