MP Defence for Superior Turf Stress Management

We are excited to announce the launch of MP Defence in New Zealand, a cost-effective solution designed to enhance plant defence systems against environmental stresses. This innovative product leverages the well-recognised phosphite technology to provide superior stress resistance for your turf. With MP Defence, you can ensure healthier, more resilient turf and improved overall turf quality, making it an essential addition to your turf stress management program.

Unveiling the Power of Phosphites

MP Defence is a highly concentrated formulation of potassium, phosphite, and biostimulants developed specifically for turf applications. This unique formulation ensures that phosphites are fully utilised, maximising turf disease and stress tolerance. Importantly, unlike some other phosphite based products, our phosphite avoids unnecessary conversion into wasted phosphate. Research has shown that phosphites play a crucial role in enhancing plant defence systems. Phosphites stimulate the plant’s natural defence mechanisms by supporting the production of plant hormones involved in defence, thickening of cell walls, and production of defence lytic enzymes.

Key Benefits:

• Enhanced Structural Integrity: Phosphites strengthen plant cell walls, making it more difficult for pathogens to penetrate and infect plant tissues
• Stimulated Plant Defence Systems: The product stimulates the plant’s natural defence mechanisms, providing a robust response against threatening pathogens
• Biostimulants for Growth: MP Defence includes a proprietary blend of antibiotics, plant growth promoters, iron-chelating compounds, and antioxidants that stimulate existing soil microbes and promote root growth
• Potassium for Stress Management: Potassium in MP Defence aids in osmotic regulation, enzyme activation, and stomatal regulation, ensuring optimal water uptake, photosynthesis, and overall plant hydration

Technical Details: 

• Phosphorus (P): 19% as Phosphite
• Potassium (K): 30% as Potassium Phosphite

Why Choose MP Defence?

MP Defence is not just another plant protection product; it is a comprehensive solution designed to support turf’s capacity to withstand stress. By choosing MP Defence, you are investing in a product that offers:

• Cost-effective stress management strategies
• Rapid uptake and systemic translocation throughout the plant
• Turf survival aid under challenging environmental conditions by stimulating plant defence mechanisms

How to use MP Defence

MP Defence tank mixes effectively with a wetting agent and requires multiple applications during actively growing periods.

For more information on application rates, timing, and best practices, reach out to your Living Turf specialist today.