Sugarcane, a pillar of Brazilian agribusiness, plays a crucial role in the country's economy, being the basis for the production of sugar, ethanol and bioenergy. With the growing global demand for these products, the search for greater productivity and efficiency in the field becomes imperative. However, sugarcane cultivation faces significant nutritional challenges, especially in tropical soils, which can limit its productive potential. Nutrient absorption via the soil, although fundamental, is often not sufficient to meet the plant's high demands in critical stages of development. It is in this scenario that foliar application emerges as a complementary and highly effective strategy. Route Chemicals, recognizing this need, developed innovative solutions, such as Route Boro 10 Fertilizer and a line of high-performance adjuvants, to optimize nutrient absorption and maximize the productivity of Brazilian sugarcane fields.

Sugarcane is a crop with high nutritional demand, and the deficiency of micronutrients, such as boron, can severely compromise its development and productivity. Boron is essential for vital processes such as cell wall formation, sugar transport, cell division, and root and flower development. Its deficiency can lead to symptoms such as deformed new leaves, necrosis of growth points, reduced tillering and, consequently, reduced productivity and technological quality of sugarcane [1].

Studies indicate that boron deficiency is common in Brazilian soils, and sugar cane is particularly sensitive to this deficiency. A lack of boron can result in significant losses in biomass and sugar production. For example, research shows that boron deficiency can reduce sugarcane productivity by up to 20% or more, depending on severity and soil conditions [2]. Foliar application of boron appears as an effective alternative to quickly correct this deficiency, since foliar absorption allows the nutrient to reach the places of greatest demand on the plant directly.

Route Chemicals offers **Route 10 Boron Fertilizer**, a solution with 10% boron (w/v) in a chelated formulation, ensuring high foliar absorption and rapid translocation within the plant. Chelatization protects boron from unwanted reactions in the sprayer and on the leaf surface, increasing its availability to the plant. This product acts on the growth of floral tips and tissues, is crucial for pollination and fertilization, and reduces the abortion of flowers and fruits, directly impacting the final yield of the crop.

To further optimize the absorption and effectiveness of foliar applications, Route Chemicals has developed a line of adjuvants, such as **Adjuvant Route-N**, **Adjuvant Route-PH** and **Adjuvant Route-VIP**. These adjuvants play crucial roles:

*   **Route-N:** Stabilizes the pH of the syrup water, reducing the risk of incompatibility and enhancing the action of fungicides and insecticides, ensuring that the active ingredients remain effective for longer.
*   **Route-PH:** Reduces the pH of the mixture, ideal for herbicides that require an acidic medium, increasing foliar absorption and minimizing losses due to volatilization and photodegradation.
*   **Route-VIP:** A powerful spreader that maximizes spreading and breaking down the waxiness of leaves, expanding contact and promoting translaminar results, which means that the product moves through the leaf, reaching targets that have not been directly sprayed.

The combination of Boro 10 Route Fertilizer with Route adjuvants ensures a more efficient application, with greater coverage of the leaf surface, better adhesion of the mixture and optimized absorption of nutrients. The recommended dosages for sugar cane are 1 L/ha of Boron 10 Route, applied to shoots 50 to 70 cm tall. Adjuvants must be used according to the specific indications of each product, generally in doses of 0.2 to 0.5 L/ha, together with foliar spraying.

The expected results with the adoption of this technology are quantifiable: increased productivity in tons of stalk per hectare (TCH), improvement in the technological quality of sugarcane (ATR – Total Recoverable Sugars), greater resistance to abiotic stresses and better general development of the plant. Producers who use this approach have reported significant gains, with productivity increases that can vary from 5% to 15%, depending on the initial conditions of the crop and the management adopted.

The effectiveness of Route Chemicals solutions is backed by an extensive research and development program. The company continually invests in scientific validation, with more than 50 studies carried out in partnership with federal universities and renowned research institutions. These studies prove the superior performance of Route Boro 10 Fertilizer and Route adjuvants in several crops, including sugar cane. The practical results obtained in the field, combined with scientific data, consistently demonstrate increased nutrient absorption, improved plant health and increased productivity. Comparisons with other nutritional management approaches highlight the superiority of Route solutions in terms of cost-benefit and impact on producer profitability.

Optimizing nutrient absorption in sugarcane is a key factor in achieving high levels of productivity and profitability. Foliar application technology, combined with Route Chemicals' innovative products, such as Route Boro 10 Fertilizer and its adjuvants, offers a robust and scientifically proven solution to the crop's nutritional challenges. Invest in the health and productivity of your sugarcane field. To learn more about how Route solutions can transform your crops, visit our website at [https://routechemicals.com.br](https://routechemicals.com.br) or follow us on Instagram: [@routeagrichemicals](https://www.instagram.com/routeagrichemicals). Contact our technical team and discover the maximum potential of your production.

References

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[2] U.S. Borax. Boron deficiency in sugarcane. Available at: [https://agricultura-brasil.borax.com/crop-guides/cereals-and-sugar-cane/sugar-cane](https://agricultura-brasil.borax.com/crop-guides/cereals-and-sugar-cane/sugar-cane). Accessed on: 7 Aug. 2025.

[3] H2 Agrosciences. Foliar fertilization in sugarcane: what do you need to know? Available at: [https://h2agrosciences.com.br/blog/nutricao-de-plantas/adubacao-foliar-em-cana-de-acucar/](https://h2agrosciences.com.br/blog/nutricao-de-plantas/adubacao-foliar-em-cana-de-acucar/). Accessed on: 7 Aug. 2025.

[4] Agromove. Foliar Fertilization in Sugarcane Culture. Available at: [https://blog.agromove.com.br/adubacao-foliar-cana-acucar/](https://blog.agromove.com.br/adubacao-foliar-cana-acucar/). Accessed on: 7 Aug. 2025.

[5] Route Chemicals. Fertilizer – Boron 10 Route. Available at: [https://routechemicals.com.br/produto/fertilizante-boro-10-route/](https://routechemicals.com.br/produto/fertilizante-boro-10-route/). Accessed on: 7 Aug. 2025.

[6] Route Chemicals. Adjuvant – Route-N. Available at: [https://routechemicals.com.br/produto/route-n/](https://routechemicals.com.br/produto/route-n/). Accessed on: 7 Aug. 2025.

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