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GENUINE GREENFEED® SLOW RELEASE FERTILIZER CRITERIA AN INSIGHT INTO NUTRIENTS CONTENTS Quality Control Department Tam Yeen Mum
As the world requirements for foods, feeds, fiber and energy had been increasing, the fertilizer industry plays a vital part in ensuring sufficient and correct nutrients to be supplied to the farmers in order to grow crops to meet the need. Nutrients available to plants are always a tricky part in the soil management. Although all nutrients required by plants (eg: Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium and etc) are available naturally, but the quantities are not sufficient to meet the needs of the growing and urbanized population. At this junction point of time, fertilizers come into picture and supply additional nutrients in a form that can be readily absorbed by plants.
According to the International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA), the fertilizer industry encourages the adoption of Fertilizer Best Management Practices (FBMPs) as part of the good agricultural practices in improving desirable soil characteristics. Those practices should be technically sound, economically attractive, environmentally safe, feasible in practice, and socially acceptable to ensure sustainability as well as assisting with productivity.
One of the most important components of good agricultural practices is in selecting the appropriate fertilizers with balanced nutrient rates, methods, and application frequencies. Since the review on the physical and durability test of genuine Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer have been carried out previously, now it is the time to take an insight into the balanced chemical aspects of a genuine Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer.
It has been well known that Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers are manufactured as palletized nugget with a standard uniform spherical size and shape. Besides having just 1.0% variances of overall weight for each pelletized nugget, the claimed nutrients status in each single nugget is also within 1.0% variance for every batch produced. This is achievable through the Greenfeed® patented pelletized technology achievements within the manufacturing facility in Shah Alam, Selangor.
Plate 1: Carefully preparing sample prior to analysis
Plate 2: Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer nuggets
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Table 1 below shows the comparison of nutrients composition for different Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer product range. Different nutrients ratio is available to cater for different stage of planting, as the nutrients requirement and soil condition at each stage is different.
Major Nutrients Product Type
Planting Specification
Greenfeed® SRF Greenfeed® MTF Greenfeed® HMTF
Trace Elements
Total N
P as Total P2O5
K as Total K 2O
Mg as Total MgO
Boron
Calcium
Sulphur
Copper
Zeolite
Immature Planting
12
16
4
2
0.54
0.10
2.30
0.463
Available
Mature Planting
13
10
15
2
0.38
0.53
2.88
0.59
Available
Highly Mature Planting
13
10
22
2
0.38
0.53
2.30
0.59
Available
Table 1: Nutrients composition overview for different Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer products
The idea and approach of pelletizing the fertilizers consisting
Potassium (K) just mixed together to achieve the average
of multiple nutrients in each individual pellet offers the
nutrient composition, risking uneven distribution.
advantages of simplicity in making complex fertilizers decisions. There are multiple advantages provided by pelletized fertilizers.
This also overcomes the possible occurrence of rapid reduction to the available forms of nutrients after a single application of highly soluble nutrients such as Phosphorus (P)
Firstly, pellets provide uniformity in size that will help
in soils as a result of fixation processes. Controlled Release
non-professional and professional alike when spreading
Fertilizers of nutrients into a fixing medium may increase their
fertilizers. The nutrients in each pellet will then be evenly
availability. Shaviv (2001) reported a much higher Phosphorus
circulated through the fertilized area as the pellets are of the
(P) accumulation in plants fertilized with Controlled Release
same size. Therefore, nutrients are delivered in pellets as it
Fertilizer containing N-P-K as compared with applications of
dissolves in the soil and able to eliminate the potential for
conventional granular Phosphorus (P).
segregation of nutrient sources during transport or application.
Also, nutrients can be uniformly distributed throughout the root zone and provide sufficient mix of nutrients for the growth of plants. In contrast to that, application of conventional soluble fertilizers will results in excessive nutrient supply and may results in a high concentration of soluble salts in the root zone. This may induce osmotic stress and cause specific injuries to plants at different growth stages. The use of slow release fertilizer improves germination and crop quality together with reduced leaf burns; stalk breakages, and disease infestation (A.Shaviv, 2005).
In addition to that, Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers have the entire N-P-K recipe built in to each pellet to ensure proper nutrient management in each shred of fertilizer. This is in stark contrast from a bag of fertilizer that might have pellets of Nitrogen (N), pellets of Phosphorus (P), and pellets of 5
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Plate 3: Replicate of samples for analysis
Table 2 shows the recommended application rate for each Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers for optimum nutrients supply in crops growth. Often, slow release fertilizers will have larger grains whereas faster-acting fertilizers will be smaller to maximize surface area for quick dissolving. Nonetheless, Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer tailored its products to a uniform 16.5 gram size in order to cater to its specific method and time of application (Table 2) to achieve a balance nutrients supply. In addition, the ratio of nutrients in each Greenfeed® nugget is ensured to be uniform throughout.
Growth Stage
Product
Tree Age
Total nuggets requirement per application
Amount
Nugget
Application
per hole
round per year
1
4
33g – 50g
5-7
1
248g – 347g
6-8
2
594g – 792g
7-9
2
693g – 891g
12-13
2
990g – 1188g
14-16
2
1386g – 1584g
15-20
2
1485g – 1980g
1
1
33g – 50g
5-6
1
248g – 347g
6-8
2
594g – 792g
requirement per tree per year
Oil Palm Main nursery Field Planting
SRF
SRF
Mature
MTF
Mature
MTF
Mature
HMTF
Mature
HMTF
Mature
HMTF
Nursery
2-3 x (±16.5g/nugget)per nursery bag
Field
12-21 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
planting
tree
>3
18-24 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
tree
>5
21-27 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
tree
>7
30-36 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
tree
>9
42-48 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
tree
>11
45-60 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
tree
Rubber and Forest Timber Main nursery Field planting Mature
SRF
SRF
SRF
Main
2-3 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
nursery
nursery bag
Field
15-18 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
planting
nursery bag
>6
18-24 x (±16.5g/nugget)per
years
nursery bag
Table 2: Recommended application rate for Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers. (Sources: Greenfeed® blog, greenfeedmalaysia.blogspot.com)
There are materials other than macro- and micronutrients exist in each pellet. These materials are known as fillers. One of the well-known filler of Greenfeed® products is the zeolite. It serves to slow the release rate of the nutrients so that the fertilizer works better over time rather than flushing through all at once. The purity of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer products range increases in the following order which can be referred to Figure 1 below.
SRF (34% for K4)
MTF (40%)
HMTF (47%)
Figure 1: Diagram for Greenfeed® products purity.
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Nutrients in GreenfeedÂŽ Slow Release Fertilizer products are
Other than that, material quality filtration must also be carried
managed in a way that gives synergistic effects among
out in a stringent manner. Greenfeed Group makes it a culture
themselves, particularly when they are simultaneously
to only use high quality raw materials in producing the slow
supplied near absorption sites on the root surface. Ammonium
release fertilizers. No raw materials will be used in the
was found to increase Phosphorus (P) bioavailability when its
manufacturing of fertilizers before they are physically and
nitrification rate was reduced, presumably via the rhizosphere
chemically tested fit. Needless to say, we will never be able to
acidification mechanism. Another synergistic effect illustrates
produce the high quality fertilizers without a sound
the importance of adequate Potassium (K) when plants are
manufacturing facility and skilled personnel.
supplied with mixed ammonium-nitrate nutrition (A.Shaviv, 2005). Realization of these advantages prompts us to extensively research and now able to control the pattern and chemical form of nutrients released from the fertilizers.
It is like a highly skilled cook delivering his best dish by using the finest ingredients in a kitchen that is fully equipped. Here, Greenfeed Group acts as the cook that presents the finest dish at its top quality.
In order to ensure that the 1% variance rule is being followed at all time, Greenfeed had invested vastly in equipping Greenlab Agricultural Research Center which is under Greenfeed Group with various high end analytical and scientific instruments allowing all QC tests can be carried out accurately and extensively. Besides the high end instruments used, stringent QC process also involved the use of standard and in-house methods that are suitable for GreenfeedÂŽ Slow Release Fertilizer testing. We make sure that the methods used are one that is validated and reliable. Table 3 shows the various analytical tests used in validating nutrients content in fertilizers.
Plate 4: Analysis carried out with proper equipments
Test Parameter
Test Method
Total Nitrogen
Combustion
Total Phosphorus as P206
Colorimetic
Potassium, as K2O
Atomic Emission
Magnesium, as MgO
Atomic Emission
Boron
Colorimetic
Calcium and other micronutrients (Metal element)
Atomoic Absorption
The 1% variance of nutrients level in each fertilizer pellet is governed by various factors such as precise formulation, suitable selection of raw materials; sound manufacturing facility and skilled personnel. Extensive research had been carried out in formulating a specific ratio of nutrients to suit specific crops and soil conditions. The synergistic effect among nutrients and the crops basic nutrients requirement are
Table 3: Overview of analytical tests used to
well
validate nutrients composition in fertilizer.
studied
during
the
product
development
stage.
Furthermore, with comprehensive understanding from various experiences within both fertilizing and oil palm industry, Greenfeed Group are able to produce tailored made product according to buyers’ request. It is the knowledge and experiences that allow the formulation to be carried out in a very precise manner within 1% variance of nutrients level in each nugget. 7
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Following the sample digestion, contents of P, K, Mg, Ca and other micronutrients are verified by using UV-Vis Spectrometer (PE Lambda 25) and Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (PE AA400) respectively. Any nonconformance found in the analysis will be filed for a follow up action in accordance to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). All QC passed products will then be released for delivery.
Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers has been in the fertilizer industry for many years, yet it is still a novel innovation to the Plate 5: Physical test for each batch of product produced All products will undergo a series of physical and chemical tests before they are certified as conforming to their quality and specifications respectively. Physical tests being carried out include the durability test that was mentioned within the previous issue, which shall not be elaborated longer here. The essential chemical tests that discussed within this paper are the
nutrients
verification
tests
(Nitrogen,
Phosphorus,
Potassium, Magnesium and other micronutrients) (Table 3).
industry. Today, Greenfeed Group faces competitions and a growing demand to provide performance benchmarking. This means an increased need to evaluate each of the products performance, seek carbon footprint reduction, and embrace a growing number as well as a variety of sustainability initiatives. At Greenfeed Group, the key to implementing sustainable solutions is evaluating and designing efficient also reliable technologies with the objectives to develop new products that are green, sustainable, and cost saving. The team viewed the term
“sustainability”
as
the
confluence
of
technical
performance and the best possible of social, environmental Nitrogen (N) level is tested using the elemental analyzer
and economic outcomes. Hence, the concept of Greenfeed®
(Elementar, Germany). Elemental analysis is based on the
Slow
high temperature combustion (up to 12000C) and subsequent
distribution in each nugget, is foreseen to lead and sustain in
analysis of the combustion gases. The instrument that we
the market for a long period of time. The product will be the
have is able to perform a perfect separation of analyte gases
benchmark for the manufacturing a type slow release fertilizer
prior to detection, which means that the instrument error has
by others in the future. Hence, choose genuine Greenfeed®
been greatly reduced. In addition, the sample is tested in a
products for a different fertilization experience in terms of its
fully automated process that also cuts down on human error
quality, efficiency and ease of application.
during
analysis. The
instrument
assured
the
Release
Fertilizer,
which
has
uniform
nutrients
highest
performance, excellent precision, and accuracy by using a well-proven technique. Hence, problems such as matrix
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allowing the nutrient verification analysis test to be more
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Another instrument worth to be highlighted here is the
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microwave digester (Milestone), which is solely used for the
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determination. Microwave digester uses microwave energy to generate high temperature and high pressure to break down the sample molecules and thus lead to complete digestion of samples. Other than that, digestion using this application is fast thus allow the sample turnover to be rapid and any
For any further inquiries or FAQ, we at Greenfeed – QC are happy
to
assist;
address:
tamyeenmum@greenfeed.com.my
nonconformance of nutrients level of the fertilizers will be detected almost instantly.
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Greenfeed Group at the Third International Conference & Exhibition of Palm Oil, Jakarta Convention Center, Indonesia. The oil palm industry has a promising future in Indonesia with a surplus to the country’s vast available arable land for oil palm plantations. As such, up to date, it was estimated of approximately 8.05 million hectare of land that is currently planted with oil palms and these numbers are increasing over time with the objectivity to reach 20 million hectares of planted oil palm areas by the year 2020. Thus, with such assuring future, investors from all over the world pertaining to this
“As of currently, the total oil palm planting size in Indonesia is 8.05 million hectare” 11
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industry are eager to exhibit or unveil the technology that they offered to the oil palm planters.
Observing such keen reception from international
For the year 2012, it was held from 9th May 2012 until
organizations, it would be well enough for Indonesia to
11th May 2012 located in the country’s business district
be hosting prestigious conferences as well as exhibitions
in Jakarta. The ICE-PO 2012 was participated by more
in order to keep the public updated with the current
than 50 exhibitors worldwide and also more than 100
progress of the Indonesian Oil Palm Industry; along with
delegates involved with the intervening conferences.
allowing investors to showcase their services or
This year, Greenfeed Group is also taking part in this
technological advancements within this industry. One of
auspicious exhibition in Indonesia; with the objective to
the few examples of the annual prestigious palm oil
carry out further product exposure and awareness to
exhibition hosted in Indonesia is the Third International
the oil palm planting society in Indonesia.
Conference & Exhibition of Palm Oil (ICE-PO) 2012. Greenfeed Group participations was confirmed during For year 2012, the ICE-PO is being held at the Jakarta
the early part of the year and from hereon, necessary
Convention Center, Indonesia; with theme of “Palm Oil
preparations were carried out continuously starting from
Industry for Planet and Prosperity”.This is the third series
early March 2012.
of such International Palm Oil Conferences hosted in Indonesia. This exhibition was organized by PT Bimatama Inka, which is one of the established organization that has been involved with hosting of several exhibitions concerning to palm oil in Indonesia.
This is the first step of many more involvements of Greenfeed Group with such similar events annually as we observed that further product are necessary to the right target groups. However, in order for such participation to have proper impact as planned, proper
The Association of Indonesian Plantation Entrepreneurs
planning and implementations must be carried out
(GPPI) and also Indonesian Oil Palm Society (MAKSI) are
accordingly. Hence beginning with our detailed
the two governing organizations that endorsed the
preparations and series of brainstorming sessions for the
exhibition to be carried out annually.
exhibition.
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Visitors with different experience and background are interested to know more about Greenfeed速 Slow Release Fertilizer
Preparations Since the objective of the exhibition is to further
The display designs were agreed based on the inclusive
strengthen the establishment of Greenfeed速 Slow
theme, which is to portray technological advancement,
Release Fertilizer in Indonesia in term of product
best agricultural practices, and also sustainable farming
exposure and awareness, the overall layout of the
within the oil palm industry. This is another vital element
booth must be vividly presentable and also able to
of attraction, which plays significant role for first
attract attention of the visitors, participants, delegates,
impression towards our booth.
and also the committees present during the exhibition days. For a start, the Greenfeed Group booth is a standard 3m x 3m in dimension booth, which according to the layout located relatively near to the entrance. Hence, it is important to retain accessibility within the standard size booth and at the same time able to capture attention through the concept presented.
By the end of the month, the physical structure was completed along with all of the necessary items for the booth was also prepared. The next succeeding month (May) is much more focused on finalizing and confirming the logistics as along with personal arrangements of the team. The next final step that is vital prior to departing for the exhibition in Jakarta, Indonesia.
During the first month (March) of preparations, the effort and brainstorming sessions focus more towards the layout of the booth, floor planning, and also the execution plan to ensure fluidity of the whole process of during the exhibition. The ICE-PO 2012 was estimated to record approximately 5000 attendance during the three-day event; which in average is approximately 1700 attendance per day.
It is important that the visitors were well entertained and treated; also the information conveyed must be precise, well structured, and not contradicting between Greenfeed Group representatives present at the booth. In general, it can be said that during the first month of preparation, most of the effort focuses on planning, brainstorming, and ideas extraction process to ensure successful effort in Indonesia.
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All the items in the checklist prepared are double confirmed to ensure all executions are carried out accordingly as scheduled.
Indonesia Day 1: Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (7th May 2012)
On 7th May 2012, we flew to Jakarta, Indonesia from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) around 4:30 pm and reach Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia at approximately 5:00 pm local time. The first day is basically a day where we unpacked and planned the setting up of our booth on the next day. As the day progresses, we have our dinner with some local cuisines nearby our accommodations and then a short
iv. Finalising the basic structure of the island
briefing session among ourselves; as we belived that the following day is going to be a long day for us where setting up our booth is the main activity.
v. Completion of the overall booth appearance
i. Setting up Greenfeed booth
Indonesia Day 2: Jakarta Convention Center – Setting Up Booth (8th May 2012)
We woke up as early as 5:00 am local time as we are set to reach our International Conference and Exhibition for Palm Oil 2012 (ICE-PO) by 8:00 am the latest. The venue as mentioned earlier is located at Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) in the busy street of Jakarta. We left our accommodation for breakfast and then proceed straight to the venue. As planned, we reached Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) around 7:45 am upon registration before proceeding to our booth. This is the beginning of our journey. ii. Setting up Greenfeed booth
Upon arriving, we arrange necessary parts accordingly for easy assembling later on. The first task carried out was the setting up of the backdrops. This task was scheduled completion within 45 minutes and the following task will be slightly more committing. The team was divided into two, as one team will be attending to the logistics and another team stays back to arrange the booth accordingly. For logistics, the team has to go into the busy streets of Jakarta and manage the matter immediately. Once returned, we then continued with the assembling of the island of the booth. This island will iii. Assembling the centre island
be located in the centre of the booth and must be stable as well as firm enough to withstand any mild external force.
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Once the booth physical structure was completed, we then arrange the tripod stand that is holding three projectors continuously for 3 (three) days of the exhibition. As simple as it may sound, this task is quite challenging as it is important for the tripod to be well balanced upon bearing the weight of the three projectors and also the screen projected must be as well composed as possible.
Apart from that, the projected screens must be within comfortable viewing height for visitors and also having the lowest glare effect. Once the setting up of the booth was completed, we carried out pre-run
Responding to every inquiries effectively
simulations in order to troubleshoot any errors on site. We stayed at the venue until 8:00 pm local time and once satisfied, we covered our booth and went back for dinner before returning to our accommodation. Some other exhibitors were still in the midst of setting up the booth and however few others managed to finish much earlier. During the night, we have a short brief session for the next day before going to bed. It was a great day assembling and solving several issues that occurred on site.
Delegates visiting Greenfeed booth
It was initiated with the launching of the International Conference Exhibition of palm Oil (ICE-PO) 2012 by a significant spoke person within the Indonesian Oil Palm Industry.
During the first half of the day, the atmosphere inside the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) was slightly composed as the flow of people inside the exhibition Entertaining visitors
Indonesia Day 3: Jakarta Convention Center – Exhibition Day 1 (9th May 2012)
hall was steady and continual. The later half of the day, between conferences, the delegates and academicians were able to walk around the exhibition hall to gather some information as to what their promising industry has to offer. Many of them visited our
Entering the first official day, like the day before, we
booth; eager to know more about GreenfeedÂŽ Slow
woke up early and get ourselves prepared. Properly
Release Fertilizer.
dressed up in our tailor-made uniforms, we went for our breakfasts with positive mind and concentration. Then, we take a cab to the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) and reached there around 7:30 am local time. We uncovered the booth and prepare the booth accordingly. All the necessary items were placed and arrange neatly for easy accessibility.
We welcome PT. AgroMahligai in Indonesia as part of our alliances to our booth and carry on with the necessary preparations for the day. The exhibition started around 8:00 am with the arrivals of delegates, committees, academician, and many more. 15
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Academicians who are eager to know more
Some of them showed genuine
Some of the visitors were fascinated
Indonesia Day 4: Jakarta Convention
interest with the technological
with our Greenfeed Group booth
Center – Exhibition Day 2 (10th May
advancements that the product has
presentation as the technological
2012)
to offer. For easy explanations and
concept portrayed was proven to
interactive media, the explanations
be very effective.
were carried out with the assistance of the Apple’s iPad stationed at the island.
Like any other day, the day began as early as 8:00 am local time. Polished,
The later half of the day showed to
prepared and diligent, our
be slightly more eventful as more
representative and us were standing
and more people were in the
ready at our booth for the second
On the iPad, the Greenfeed Apps
exhibition hall. On the first day of
day of the exhibition. The second day
provided much interactive media
ICE-PO 2012, the visitors consist
appears to be a continuation of
for effective referencing; hence
mainly of academicians, exhibitors,
conferences and paper presentations
allowing better and much more
registered participants, and
that is suitable with this year’s theme,
comprehensive explanation to be
representatives from different
which is “Palm Oil Industry for Planet
carried out.
organizations relating to the
and Prosperity”.
Indonesian Oil Palm Industry. The overall environment inside the
There were minimums of 4 (four) persons at the booth that are
The exhibition ended around 6:00
exhibition hall during the second day
always ready to engage and assist
pm local time and we then pack up
was similar to the previous day, which
the visitors to their inquiries; ensuring
the necessary items and covered
was calm and steady during the early
that every information gathered by
our booth and headed out for
part of the day and slightly increased
them is not misinterpreted or
dinner. As usual, we went for a bite
towards the later half of the day.
misconcluded.
at one of the nearby places for
Several academicians continued to
local delicacies. We then returned
visit our booth, some of them even
to our accommodation and have a
have biological background in
post-mortem brainstorm session
agriculture and were also interested in
before going to bed.
Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer sustainable characteristics.
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and was willingly to share his vision and experiences with us. It was a great opportunity for us to know that the industry is moving towards same direction as ours, which is towards a sustainable farming that is practical, economical, and also environmental friendly. We both believed shared the vision that this industry has yet to show its full potential and there are still a lot to learn and improved over time. It was an inordinate event for us to be getting acknowledgements from researches and academicians from Indonesia as this proves that our drive to provide better innovations within this industry is shared by other people within this industry as well.
Utilzing Greenfeed Apps effectively to facilitate questions
Providing structural responds to every question
Exchanging knowledge with the visitors
On this day also, the visitors are also consist of planters
Indonesia Day 5: Jakarta Convention Center – Exhibition
and public society, as they also do not want to miss out
Day 3 (11th May 2012)
on the information of this evolving industry in their country. Students are also a part of the crowds inside the exhibition hall apart for other exhibitors who walk
Today is the final day of the exhibition and will also be
around to visit other booths as well. Some of the visitors
another long day as towards the end of the day, we
are also eager to get the souvenirs from our booth apart
must pack things up and clean our booth. The day
from inquiring more of our product. Some of the visitors
started around 9:00 am with a slightly slower atmosphere
have a combined plantation consisting of oil palm and
as compared to the previous days. During the first half of
also rubber, and asked whether Greenfeed® Slow
the day, the crowds within the exhibition hall apart from
Release Fertilizer can be used for rubber as well.
visitors are mostly exhibitors and committees. During the last day, since the crowds are still building up slowly,
Much to their expectation, we have experiences with
some of us use the opportunity to walk around and
Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer being applied in
gather some information regarding the Indonesian Oil
several rubber plantations over a period of time. It was a
Palm Industry.
long day with challenging questions being asked to our team but we managed to make to provide clear and understandable explanations to them. As the day ends, we return to our accommodation after having some
Some of the governments’ organizations are also present with the informative booklets provided for us.
delicate local cuisine. As usual, we have another
The oil palm industry in Indonesia is considered as one of
brainstorming session before going to sleep.
the most important economical growth element that provides the opportunity for the society to improve their living standard. Such economical opportunity allows children to go to school to receive proper education and also allowing the family to function properly as a unit. With the growth being monitored and carried out effectively, poverty issues can be dealt and managed properly over time.
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Day 6: Soekarno-Hatta International Airport – Back to Malaysia (12th May 2012)
It is the last day of our stay in Jakarta, Indonesia. Our return flight to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; is not until 5:50 pm local time. Hence, we took all the quality time to cherish and brainstorm for the next event. From our accommodation to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, the journey takes up to 45 minutes with slightly smooth traffic. We had the chance to buy some Providing assistance to visitors
This was one of the visions stated within the informative
souvenirs for our friends back home in Malaysia. We then board our plane and fly back to Malaysia.
booklets given to us. As we reach lunch hours, we proceed to our Friday prayers within the space
Conclusion
prepared for us. Upon prayer’s completion, we then
Overall, this is a very enriching experience for us as we
returned to our booth and continued assisting our
have the opportunity to interact and explain about
remaining team members to entertain the visitors. Some
Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer to the society in
agronomists also showed up asking and clarifying their
Indonesia. With the industry is ready to grow, it is
queries regarding Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizers.
assured to bring positive impacts to the local society in
The positive culture among the Indonesian society is
Indonesia. Their living standard will be improved and
regardless of the numbers of experiences that they have
better opportunities will open for their children. This
within this industry, upon stumbling onto something new,
Industry, despite having much scrutiny from the
there are still opened to learn and eager to know more
European NGO’s is actually considered as the main
of the new transitions within this industry.
economical backbone for the country as well as the people within Indonesia.
They are always open to share some ideas and knowledge with us from their many years of experiences
Thus, it is important for us as part of this industry to play a
within this field. They accept new ideas positively without
role in ensuring better and much more practical
having negative perceptions towards the innovation
farming method that is economical, effective, and
within this industry. Towards the later half of the day, we
economical. As for the ICE-PO 2012, in overall, more
are pretty much at ease as most of the visitors and
than 100 registered visitors went to our booth and were
exhibitors are mostly taking their time to walk and
excited to know more about Greenfeed® Slow Release
observe the booths inside the hall. After teatime, the
Fertilizer. This is another milestone for our continuing
exhibition was concluded with a closing ceremony and
commitment to this oil palm industry. We are set to
speech within the Main Plenary Hall 1.
make an impact within this prominent industry whether it is in Malaysia, Indonesia, or any other countries that
Later on, each of the exhibitors was presented with a
play a part within the oil palm industry.
certification for taking part in International Conference & Exhibition for Palm Oil 2012. Once the day completed, we start packing up our booth, disassembling the islands, and also cleaning up the area. The process took us about 50 minutes to complete. After that we went back to our accommodation to freshen up ourselves before having dinner with our representatives. The last night in Indonesia, we take the opportunity to experience the culture and ethnicity that can only be found in Indonesia. It was a memorable experience to walk around the streets of Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Introduction to Greenfeed Apps
T
he agricultural industry such as oil palm is well known to hold significant values to the involving countries or nations. This sector plays vital key in ensuring economical growth and stability of countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Africa, Southern America region, and so forth. Apart from that, the usefulness of this vegetable oil can be seen from the daily usage products ranges from cosmetics, medicinal use, fuel sources for machineries, and several other significant functions.
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Supportive tool during presentation
Such advancements can be seen as much more exceptional fundamental agronomical researches on oil palms, machinery or technical tools for specified planting tasks, and also the latest would be incorporation of the latest technological development into the oil palm agricultural industry.
The latter part is essential, given the fact to the current wave of the mobile devices industry that can be observed flourishing well among the global society. Hence, it would be advantageous for the oil palm industry if such growing interest within the mobile technological advancement could be innovatively incorporated together for the industry to grow onto another level.
With such target kept in mind, Greenfeed Group has been engaging in such prospect for over the years. With advantages of having a distinguished track records of studies carried out for over 16 years, Greenfeed Group is proud to introduce the latest achievement for the oil palm industry that incorporates technology with agriculture; prioritize mobility and practicality; the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta.
The objective of Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 is to create another platform that utilizes the technological mobility advancement for advanced practices within the oil palm agricultural sector focusing on Greenfeed速 Slow Release Fertilizer. The Greenfeed Designed for enhanced practicality
Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta is still within trial and development stages. The Greenfeed Apps have been deployed to several individuals and teams for troubleshooting
The establishment of the oil palm industry within the committing
and gathering feedbacks.
nations is now exceeding 100 years worldwide with commercial planting of this crop within this noteworthy period. Since then, advancements and innovations have been made, introduced, and presented within this industry with the sole objectivity to provide better and much more efficient practice within the oil palm industry.
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Such task will be continued and monitored for a period of 12 months. The Greenfeed Apps would contain necessary information pertaining to Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer, publications from Greenfeed Group, and also agronomical features that would assist the user to their planting requirements. The features that can be found within Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta are Information, Presentation, Library, Yield Projection Calculator, and Report tabs where each of the aforementioned tabs will be briefly discussed d within the later part of this article.
Home
Information
About
Information “ The pioneer in Slow Release Fertilizer within Southeast Asia Region with history for over 35 years”
Presentation
Home
Presentation “Interactive knowledge dissemination regarding Greenfeed Slow Release Fertilizer through vivid interactive media”
About
Home
How Greenfeed Works
Presentation
Library
f rmation Info Information
Library “Publications containingg up-to-date digital p g media pertaining p g to Greenfeed Slow Release Fertilizer”
Yield Projection Calculator
Yield Projection Calculator
Yield Projection Calculator “Revolutionized responsive interface, ideal for plantation management practice”
Report
Greenfeed Product Range
Recommendation Rate
How to Apply Greenfeed
About
Greenfeed Advantages
GREENFEED® SRF
Library
Report
Report “Yield projection report archives retrieval for efficient referencing and effective obervation” obervation
12 - 16 - 4 + 2 MgO + 0.54 B MALAYSIA PATENT NO. PI20044120
The Greenfeed® “Blue Bag” SRF was formulated
MAJOR NUTRIENT COMPOSITION
specifically to cater the needs of the young immature
Total Nitrogen (N)
oil palms within the nursery stage until the first fruit
Total Phosphorus (P2O5)
bunching which is prior to 3 Years After Planting (YAP). The nutrient formulation for this product range is 12:16:4:2 + TE which consists of Nitrogen (N),
Potassium (K2O) Mg0
12 16 4 2
TRACE ELEMENT
Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K), Boron (B) with
Boron
0.54
additional of important Trace Elements can be found
Calcium
0.10
in a single ingle nugget of Greenfeed® Slow Release
Sulphur
2.30
Fertilizer “Blue lue Bag” SRF.
Copper
0.463
Zinc ‘Zeolite’
0.64 Available
Illustration of Greenfeed Apps on the desired mobile platform devices
Greenfeed Apps ver. 1.0 Beta: Development The development of such apps requires tremendous commitment from the team as such revolutionized idea must initially have significant impact into the industry prior to designing the structure of the apps. The advantages must be noteworthy in order for the idea to be made into realization. This development process is both time and cost consuming as most of the tasks delegated focused more on literature studies, statistical analysis, continuous structural design, and so forth. It is vital for the apps be properly interactive for the user apart from being navigational as well as user friendly.
The platform selected must be stable and the display layout must be simple, vibrant, and easily understood. It is also crucial for the apps to not be too complicated despite the initial technical purpose of the apps within this oil palm industry. The features incorporated within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta would only consist of the aforementioned 5 (five) sections which are Information, Presentation, Library, Yield Projection Calculator, and Reports.
Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta Tab 1: Information
Information
Information regarding Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer can be referred to within the Information Tab. This Information Tab holds the objective to provide a text rich information pertaining to Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer covering from the simple basic principle to how this revolutionized fertilizer functions, the product range, the recommendation rates for different oil palm planting age, how to apply Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer, and the Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer advantages.
The content within this tab will allow the user to gather knowledge regarding Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer apart from making the information easily available for immediate references. This is the first characteristic that is enclosed within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta together with the next content / tab, which is the Presentation Tab. 21
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Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Tab 2: Presentation
Presentation
Similar to the first tab, the Presentation tab contains information regarding the Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer, but also in a much detailed description. This tab provides a much more interactive platform as compared to the Information Tab as the user will have the freedom to navigate freely within the structured information layout. Also, the Presentation Tab will allow the user to carry out presentations pertaining to Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer without much hassle as all of the required basic information to carrying out presentation on the product can be easily located within the apps itself.
Hence, through Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta; the user is always prepared and equipped sufficiently with tools when required to talk or carry out presentations regarding Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer. This is to establish the notion that every required information regarding Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer is available at your fingertips. The next tab that can be found within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta is the Library Tab. Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 tab 3: Library
Library
The Library Tab consists of updates of publications produced by the Greenfeed Group. The objective of the publications is to keep the users updated as to the current activity, progress, innovation, and also the latest achievement made by Greenfeed Group. Within each of the publication also, the user will be able to find the cumulative studies carried out by Greenfeed Group research teams. The studies will provide better understanding as to the performance of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer evaluated over time can be obtained within each of the different publications. For time being, the Greenfeed Bulletin is one of the publications that are being made available for public reviewing and such publications will be increase over time.
The objective of the Library Tab is to provide digital Greenfeed Group publication archives that allow the user to read such publications easily. Apart from that, for every updated publications, the user will be notified via the push notification features incorporated within this tab; hence allowing immediate download and read the updated volume without much difficulties. Again, all of these features can be easily obtained through the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta. The next tab included within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta is the Yield Projection Calculator Tab.
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Yield Projection Calcu
lator
Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta Tab 4: Yield projection Calculation This incorporated feature serves more functions towards the agronomical practices within the planting cycle of oil palms. This feature allows the user to provide basic yield forecasting record for the specific sites or plantations based on the parameters and behavior incorporated within this feature.
The user will be guided to a step-by-step analysis pertaining to the condition of the plantation or the specific site prior to deducing the estimated yield projection within the evaluated land itself. The parameters will require the user to accurately set the intrinsic or the extrinsic variables that influences the fruit set of the palms. This is to ensure much more accurate estimated value obtained from the calculation itself. This tool holds the objective to provide assistance to the user for immediate agronomical task as such involving the yield projection calculation. This is the first version of such tool that has been made available within this industry.
The calculation structures were carried out based on cumulative literature reviews and references from various sources obtained locally and internationally. Then, the last of the 5 (five) features incorporated within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta is the Report Tab.
Report
Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta Tab 5: Report The Report Tab is basically an archive or a database of yield projection reports that allows easy retrieval by the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta user. Such feature permits the user to refer to the previously completed calculations and also allowing the user to amend the previously completed calculations when necessary. This also encourages better observations as to the overall condition of the projected areas and thus, providing instantaneous references that is made available within the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta.
Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta: Summation The Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta was designed with a vision to incorporate the agriculture sector with technological advancements, which is seen to be a beneficial prospect in the future. The introduction of the apps opens up another platform for this highly potential agricultural industry especially such as oil palms to grow. The 5 (five) features incorporated within Version 1.0 Beta of the apps will initially serve the overall package of product exposure and introduction to public and such content will be further refined and improved over a period of time.
The features incorporated within this app are Information, Presentation, Library, Yield Projection Calculation, and Report Tab. This revolutionizing tool will be further improved in the future as currently, the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta is within the final part of the development stage that involves trials and feedbacks from the selected users. This accomplishment is another milestones achieved by Greenfeed Group, as part of the torch carried in achieving advanced agricultural practices that are economical, effective, and sustainable. 23
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Field Sampling At Ladang Mado’s Update Lenggor, Johor Technical Research & Development Department
Plate 1: Mado’s management office entrance Oil palm industry has been an imperative force in
downstream activities) was estimated to have 860,000
supporting Malaysia’s growth in becoming one of the
workers. This show how crucial the industry has become
well establish and competitive nation in the world.
in Malaysia as it succeed in creating jobs, introducing
Started as an ornamental plant in 1875, oil palm tree
stability and manage to introduce development for the
was then commercialized in 1917 at Tennamaran Estate,
whole country.
Selangor. From there on, oil palm industry has slowly but effectively improving and developing into one of the national’s vital economic fortunes.
The effectiveness of palm oil production along with its higher oil yield extract per hectare was among the major determining factor, which influences the
It was estimated that the total oil palm cultivated land
competitiveness of palm oil over other alternative
had increased dramatically, from 320,000 Hectares in
edible oil. Currently, the other alternative edible oils
1970s up to 5 Million Hectares today. Furthermore, the
such as rapeseed (0.69 MT/Ha), soybean (0.40 MT/Ha)
establishment of other oil palm plantation companies
and sunflower (0.45 MT/Ha) have not been able to
and the development of downstream activities had
compete with the level of efficiency of oil yield
managed to boost Malaysia’s role as a key player in the
extraction introduced by oil palm industry (3.65 MT/Ha).
palm oil industry.
Due to an upward trending of palm oil demand especially for food usage and biodiesel, palm oil
In 2008, the palm oil industry was accounted as Malaysia’s second largest external trade at 46 Billion
industry was projected to remain competitive for many years to come.
Ringgit, which indicates its major influence towards the national economic performance. The industry has
However, as the availability of arable land was limited
successfully offers a lot of employment opportunities to
for oil palm cultivation in Malaysia, an improvement in
the public, with direct employment in plantation sector
the current plantation practices needs to be done in
were estimated to be around 570,000 workers. On the
order to improve the effectiveness of palm oil
other hand, an indirect employment (including
production. So, it was essential in maintaining good
Plate 2: Signage prior entering Mado’s Lenggor Plantation
plantation practices while also
Being a part of the High Efficient
The first field sampling was carried out
reducing the overall cost of
Fertilizer Group, it was one example
on 28th October 2011 whereas the
plantation management in order to
of the current modern advancement
latest field sampling was carried out
increase profit margin for the
within the fertilizer industry.
on 25th May 2012. The sampling was
company.
Economical, cost saving,
carried out at the allocated trial
environmental friendly, higher
area, Block 19 which consists of 951
yielding, requires less logistics and
palms with flat and undulating
lesser application annually were
topography. The field sampling was
among the benefits which shows how
carried out with the assistance of a
Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer
team prepared and provided by the
was regarded as an effective and
MADO’s
At present, fertilizer application was among the largest contributor of the total oil palm plantation expenditure. An improvement in this sector was expected to revolutionize the plantation practices, especially towards the introduction of good agricultural practice. The introduction
efficient fertilizer application compared to the conventional fertilizer application.
of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer
The objective of the field sampling was to provide monitoring of the oil palms within the area in order to
definitely caters the need for an
Ladang MADO’S, Lenggor located in
establish a clear comparison and
efficient plantation practices. With
Johor is one of the plantations that
solution towards the observed
over 10 years experiences within
have been on trial for the application
condition within the plantation. The
fertilizer industry added together with
of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer.
field sampling was carried out based
continuous studies carried out over
It started on October 2011 through
on the routine parameters, which
the years, Greenfeed® Slow Release
the application of Greenfeed® Slow
covers the extrinsic and intrinsic parts
Fertilizer had much to offer to the
Release Fertilizer HMTF, with an
of the palms. This is essential to ensure
industry.
application rate of 36 nuggets per
the performance of Greenfeed®
palm (594 grams). The progress of the
Slow Release Fertilizer was up to the
trial set was monitored before and
optimum level. Lenggor
after the application of Greenfeed®
management.
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The studies carried out were physiological analysis and physical analysis. The physiological analysis covered includes the photosynthetic rate (μmol/m2/sec) and chlorophyll content (SPAD). These tests are vital in
Greenfeed Groups
determining the general health of the palm by monitoring its functioning part. The physical analysis covered includes the Vegetative Growth Measurement (VGM) which monitors the development of frond and pinnae of the palms.
METHODOLOGY The studies of physiological analysis were carried out by using our latest technological devices which allows real-time analysis as well as abiding to the non-destructive sampling methodology. The equipment involved were LICOR 6400 Portable Photosynthesis System and SPAD 502 Minolta Chlorophyll Meter. The details of the equipment can be referred to as follows:
Photosynthesis Rate (μmol/m2/sec) During the field sampling, an environmental study device named LICOR 6400 Portable Photosynthesis System was used to measure photosynthesis rate of the palms planted within the plantation. The gas exchange measurement is scientifically based on the capability of the plant to regulate CO2 gas from the surrounding into the photosynthesis processes with the support of sunlight
Plate 3: Fruit set for palms applied with Greenfeed®
radiation.
Chlorophyll Content (SPAD) Chlorophyll is a vital part in generating photosynthesis process. Chlorophyll is the molecule that absorbs sunlight from the surroundings and uses its energy to synthesize carbohydrates from CO2 and water. The byproduct of photosynthesis process is Oxygen that is very important for human being. In this study, a device named SPAD 502 Minolta Chlorophyll Meter has been used to obtain the chlorophyll content value within the designated area.
On the other hand, the physical analysis was carried out manually by using 3.50 meter measuring tape in order to measure the frond length, frond width, pinnae length and pinnae width. The measurements were recorded and compared to the first field sampling data to provide clear observation over the progress made after the application of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer. Plate 4: The workers cutting frond 17 for sampling
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For the latest field sampling
In term of physical analysis, the
(Year 2012) which was held on
parameters showed readings
25th May 2012, several issues
which was within the expected
were addressed by estate’s
range. The reading of frond
management with regards to
length observed was in
the estate’s rainfall distribution,
between 511 to 780 cm
the record of harvested Fresh
whereas the frond width, pinnae
Fruit Bunch (FFB) and also the
length and pinnae width were
overall performance of the
between 174 to 234 cm, 86 to
plantation.
115 cm and 3.8 to 6.8 cm respectively. The analysis was
From the analysis, the overall observation showed an optimum physiological analysis through the comparison made
performed to determine the vegetative growth development of an oil palm tree.
with the previous records. The average value of the
The result obtained from the
photosynthetic rate (18.07
analyses showed proper
μmol/m2/sec) has definitely
vegetative growth has been
increased from the value of the
achieved without the presence
first field sampling (15.04
of any stunting symptoms
μmol/m2/sec). The result
(severe nutrient deficiency)
demonstrates the improvement
within the trial block.
made after the application of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer.
Based on the analyses that have been carried out, the result of physiological analyses
Higher photosynthetic rate
showed a satisfactory
means higher production of
photosynthesis rate
carbohydrate (food) through
(μmol/m2/sec) and optimum
photosynthesis for the palm’s
chlorophyll content (SPAD} for
usage and vice versa.
the oil palms within the trial block.
On the other hand, the average value of chlorophyll content
The result of physical analysis
(77.14 SPAD) has slightly
showed the expected result for
increased from the first sampling
each parameter involved within
(76.6 SPAD), which means that it
the study. It indicates that the
also manages to reach the
palms were in good condition
optimum range. The result
as it manages to improve and
indicates higher amount of
carry out their vital processes
chlorophyll content within the
properly despite the fluctuation
palms which definitely increases
of the climatic condition.
palms ability in carrying photosynthesis processes.
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Plate 6: Part of the observation and analysis carried out during field visit Hence, Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer has proven its ability and potential in replacing the conventional fertilizer application. With lesser application and lower dosage per application Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer was certainly the most efficient fertilizer which able to reduce the overall fertilizer application cost while promoting a simpler and yet effective application. The application of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer also promotes environmental friendly as it reduces the chances of leaching which tend to happen with conventional fertilizer application. These benefits are essential in the current practices as most plantation companies are striving to reduce the overall cost of plantation management. This was vital in order to increase the profit margin while producing a healthy palm with a greater FFB yields, as well as promoting good agricultural practices.
CONCLUSION As for conclusion, the performance of Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer was within an optimum range as the physiological analysis and physical analysis shows an improvement compared to the first field sampling of the trial block. The FFB yield of the trial block (Phase 3) was also among the highest compared to the other blocks which indicate a very promising start for the Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer trial plot. The progress of the trial block will be monitored continuously by the estate management and also the technical team in order to achieve its objective. Through Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer, sustainable agricultural practices can be achieved by promoting an effective yet efficient fertilizer application with various benefits for the palm oil industry.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Greenfeed Groups are thankful to the management representatives that were present during the sampling in Ladang MADO’S Lenggor, Johor. The groups also would like to express their gratitude to the co-operation showed by the management during field sampling within the plantation.
Plate 7: Photosynthesis rate analysis within trial plot allocated for Greenfeed® Slow Release Fertilizer
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passion with innovation
The tools that unifies technological digital advancement with agricultural practices
Presentation tab contains information regarding the Greenfeed速 Slow Release Fertilizer, but also in a much detailed description
Information regarding Greenfeed速 Slow Release Fertilizer can be referred to within the Information Tab.
Home
Presentation
Library Tab consists of updates of publications produced by the Greenfeed Group.
Library
Information
Yield Projection Calculato
This feature allows the user to provide basic yield forecasting record for the specific sites or plantations based on the parameters and behavior incorporated within this feature.
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Report
The Report Tab is basically an archive or a database of yield projection reports that allows easy retrieval by the Greenfeed Apps Ver. 1.0 Beta user.