Almond tree
Almond tree (Prunus Amygdalus)
It is a deciduous, small to large fruit tree of the Rosaceae family. In Greece it is cultivated mainly in Central Greece, Evia, Peloponnese, Thessaly, Macedonia, Thrace and the islands. Rational nutrition is one of the most effective factors to increase the growth and productivity of these trees. However, rational fertilisation is a combination of a number of factors and interactions. The nutrition programme should aim at optimising inputs, increasing yield, quality, while protecting the environment, soil fertility and the sustainability of the crop. Almond trees are demanding in various nutrients but mainly they have has high requirements for Nitrogen and Potassium, in order of importance. Nutrient deficiencies have also been observed in elements such as Magnesium, Zinc, Boron, Copper and Manganese. In addition, the use of specific nutrient formulations – biostimulants – maximises the genetic potential of the crop, while ensuring that its resistance to abiotic stress is enhanced. Finally, post-harvest applications are also of interest for the storage of nutrients in the root system.
