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Bio-Boost Cal/Mag is specially formulated for low Calcium/Magnesium soils to increase leaf size and productivity. Using a highly soluble source of calcium like Cal/Mag 5:1 can quickly remove harmful sodium salts from the root zone, establish valuable calcium, magnesium and nitrogen levels, provide proper nutrition for rapid recovery and vegetative regrowth. An excellent natural agent for fast pasture recovery.
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