MOSA: Stabilized Monosilicic Acid

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1 FRONTLINE PRESENTS: MOSA: Stabilized Monosilicic Acid a new opportunity for efficient and effective supplementation of Silicon by root or leaf 100% Bioavailable

2 FRONTLINE & AGRO-SOLUTIONS have been researching Silicon for over 15 years. This research has been done on: the stability of Monosilicic Acid, the most efficient way to apply it to different crops and its modes of action, in order to supply sustainable solutions to modern agriculture. Si

3 Silicon Sources Silicon : Si Silica : Si0 2 Silicate : Ca, K, Na SiO 3 & Minerals Silicic Acids : Si()x (dimers, trimers oligomeric colloïdal polymeric) Stabilized Monosilicic Acid = MOSA = monomer = Si() 4

4 New generation of Bio-available Silicon Si Monomeric Silicic Acid (= MOSA) Stable & 100% bioavailable form of Silicon

5 Silicon History Japan/Korea : in the 1950 s Silicon has been considered as an Agronomic Essential Element Brazil : in 2004 Silicon was listed as Beneficial Micronutrient China: in 2011 after the 5th International Silicon Conference in Beijing, it was estimated that 50% of the paddy-rice soils are still Silicon deficient. US, Canada, Puerto Rico : in 2012 Silicon desingnated by AAPFCO as Plant Beneficial Substance. The experts have classified Silicon as quasi essential element for sustainable agriculture production, improving their resistance to environmental (Abiotic) and biological (Biotic) stress, EU : not yet recognized officially, in discussion with the new Fertilizer EU regulation as Biostimulant or specialty fertilizer Do the EU members of the Silicon in Agriculture Society want to lobby with the EU commission level or with EBIC?

6 Differentiation Silicon Sources Dosages/Ha season & Bio availability MOSA Concentrated stabilized monosilicic acid 100% plant-available and stable Increased uptake of nutrients Increases resistance to abiotic and biotic stress Dosage: 1-2 ltr/ha/season Silicic Acid Oligomeric Colloidal Silicic acid Limited availability and stability Dosage: 3-5 ltr/ha/season Potassium & Sodium Silicates Liquid silicates High ph can cause issues in foliar and drip applications Dosage: > 30 ltr/ha/season Calcium Silicates & Mineral Earths Large quantities needed Often contaminated with heavy metals Powder/granulated form > 500 kg/ha/season Plant Origins Rich in Si (horsetail, bamboo, yucca) Not suitable for large scale agriculture

7 MOSA Specifications Source Concentration Name* Synonym CAS number EC number Structural formula Molar weight ph REACH pre-registration* Stabilized Monosilicic Acid % as Si()4 Tetrahydroxysilane Ortho-silicic acid H 4 SiO 4, H 4 O 4 Si, Si() 4 96,114 gr/mol 0,6 (+/- 0,2)

8 MOSA: Profile Material Availability Time to absorb Application methods Dosage per Ha Frequency for spray Frequency for drip Mixture Stability Quality Application Stabilized Monosilicic acid 100% by leaves and roots < 1 hour Sprayers /drip systems 250 ml 400 ml 4-8 times per season Every days Compatible with Agchem / Fertilizers 2 years minimum Pharma/Food GMP standards Plants, Animals, Humans

9 MOSA: MODES OF ACTION Strengthening of cell-wall, strategically build-up silicon layers: mechanical barrier Anti Stress and better behavior in conservation/post harvest Mineralization enhancer avoids antagonist action of nutrients Better absorption of minerals & Improve mineral content in the crop Enhances plant defense mechanisms Less Agrochemicals and Residues

10 Strengthening of cell-wall as mechanical barrier against pathogens and insects Second Layer under cuticule Treated Plant Untreated Plant

11 Improved internal structure of fruits and vegetables for better shelf life and less transport damage 3 days 7 days 11 days 3 days 7 days 11 days Strawberry untreated Strawberry treated: +5 days shelf life

12 mineralization enhancer avoids antagonist action of nutrients In Aspergus, K levels in soil were to high, which results in poor Mg and Ca uptake. By adding 4 x 250 ml/ha of MOSA to the program, K uptake was slowed down, resulting in better uptake of Ca and Mg. Plant sap analysis CONTROL MOSA Difference K ppm 6263 ppm - 40% Ca 591 ppm 1908 ppm +220% Mg 96 ppm 275 ppm +186%

13 MOSA effects on mineralisation monitored by plant sap analysis AGRO-SOLUTIONS has conducted thousands of plant sap analysis on different crops in different climate areas. These analysis show interesting effects in: - Avoiding antagonistic effects between nutrients - Reducing nitrate content and increasing brix levels - Increasing calcium uptake Michel PRETI SHANGHAI marc

14 PLANT SAP ANALYSIS PROVIDE DIRECT INFORMATION ON: - PLANT HEALTH - PLANT NUTRITION - PLANT DEVELOPMENT Brix : indicator for health, low brix = risk for insect attacks ph : indicator for health, low ph = risk for fungal attacks NO3: nitrate indicator for plant growth K: potassium indicator for plant growth Ca: calcium indicator for plant structure

15 SILAMOL = MOSA + micro-elements Mo Cu Mo Cu Se Mn Si Si Si B CaO B Fe Zn Mo

16 DOSAGE/Ha Applicable by Leaf or Root (drip irrigation) Can be applied in combination with regular foliar treatments Standard Dosage/Ha ml Frequency of applications: 4-8 repetitions Dosage/Ha/Season 1 to 2,5l

17 MOSA: General Benefits Enhancing crop yield Reducing PPP residues Improving crop quality Reducing plant stress Reducing parasites incidence

18 MOSA in Sustainable Agriculture Foliar& Drip Application Improved shelf life Nitrate reduction Improved Ca,Mg... uptake Improved performance of PPP Benefits for Farmers Improved Brix levels Less phytotoxicity & residues of PPP Higher nutritional values More regular sizing and calibers

19 Thanks for your attention AGRO-SOLUTIONS B.V. Industrieterrein de Horsel Daelderweg EB Nuth The Netherlands Tel. : +31 (0) info@agro-solutions.nl URL: