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COPPER
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DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS
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Spiralling of leaves, especially the flag leaf of cereals
Chlorosis of lead tips
Stunted plants
Poorly filled ears (cereals)
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MADE WORSE BY
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Organic, chalky or sandy soils
Reclaimed health land
High nitrogen application
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ROLE IN PLANT NUTRITION
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Involved in may enzyme processes
Necessary for proper photosynthesis
Involved in the manufacture of lignin (cell walls)
Involved in grain production
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