Recently, an agricultural planting customer from Jordan purchased a 200L/H hypochlorous acid generator. The customer uses electrolytic potassium chloride hypochlorous acid generator for soil irrigation, spraying, adjusting soil pH and so on.
1. Characteristics of hypochlorous acid
Hypochlorous acid is a colorless, odorless liquid with strong oxidizing properties. It can be prepare by electrolysis of dilute hydrochloric acid or sodium chloride solution. The strong oxidation of hypochlorous acid enables it to effectively kill microorganisms. Such as bacteria, fungi and viruses, and also has a certain repellent effect on some pests. In addition, hypochlorous acid is easily decompose into harmless substances in the natural environment. And will not cause long-term pollution to the soil and the environment.
2. The application of hypochlorous acid in agricultural planting
1）Seed disinfection
Before sowing, seed disinfection can effectively reduce the pathogens carried by seeds and improve the germination rate and emergence rate of seeds. Hypochlorous acid can be use as a highly effective seed disinfectant, which can quickly kill microorganisms. Such as bacteria, fungi and viruses on the surface of seeds without adversely affecting the germination ability of seeds.
2）Soil disinfection
Soil is the basis of crop growth, and pathogens and pests in soil can seriously affect the growth and development of crops. Hypochlorous acid can be used for soil disinfection. Applying hypochlorous acid solution to soil through spraying or irrigation can effectively kill pathogens and pests in the soil, improve the soil microbial environment, and promote the growth of crops.
3）Foliar spray
Foliar spraying is a commonly use pest control method during crop growth. Hypochlorous acid can be use as a foliar spray to control crop diseases and pests. The strong oxidation of hypochlorous acid can destroy the cell membrane of pathogenic bacteria and pests, so as to achieve the purpose of killing diseases and pests. At the same time, hypochlorous acid can also promote the photosynthesis of crops and improve the yield and quality of crops.
4）Disinfection of irrigation water
Irrigation water is an important water source for crop growth. And pathogens and pests in irrigation water will spread to crops through irrigation system. Causing the occurrence of diseases and pests. Hypochlorous acid can be used to disinfect irrigation water. By adding proper hypochlorous acid solution to irrigation water, pathogens and pests in irrigation water can be effectively kill and the spread of diseases and pests can be reduce.
3. The advantages of hypochlorous acid in agricultural cultivation
1) High efficiency sterilization
Hypochlorous acid has strong oxidation, can kill bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microorganisms quickly and effectively, and has remarkable effect on crop disease and pest control.
2) Safety and environmental protection
Hypochlorous acid is easily decompose into harmless substances in the natural environment. Which will not cause long-term pollution to the soil and environment, and is a safe and environmentally friendly agricultural input.
3) Promote growth
Hypochlorous acid can promote the photosynthesis of crops and improve the yield and quality of crops. At the same time, hypochlorous acid can also improve the microbial environment of the soil and promote the growth and reproduction of beneficial microorganisms in the soil.
4) Easy to use
Hypochlorous acid can be applied to crops by spraying, irrigation, etc., which is convenient to use and simple to operate.
4. Precautions
Concentration control
When hypochlorous acid is use for agricultural cultivation, the concentration of hypochlorous acid should be strictly controll. Too high a concentration may cause damage to crops, while too low a concentration may not achieve the desired control effect.
Timing of use
The timing of hypochlorous acid use is also very important. In general, the use of hypochlorous acid is better in the early stage of disease and insect infestation or in the prevention of disease and insect infestation. At the same time, attention should be paid to avoid the use of hypochlorous acid under adverse conditions such as high temperature and strong light, so as not to affect its prevention and control effect.
Safety protection
When using hypochlorous acid, pay attention to safety protection. Hypochlorous acid is corrosive to some extent. Wear protective equipment such as protective gloves and masks to avoid direct contact with hypochlorous acid solution.
In short, hypochlorous acid, as a new type of agricultural input, has a broad application prospect in agricultural planting. Through the rational use of hypochlorous acid, the yield and quality of crops can be effectively improve, while ensuring the sustainability of agricultural production.