Crop4Life
Science-Backed Biology to Unlock Your Crop's Full Genetic Potential.
A unique flavonoid-rich biostimulant extracted from Seville orange (Citrus aurantium) with 20+ years of field data, validated at Stellenbosch University and UC Davis, and proven to improve fruit set, retention, sizing, and stress resilience across 48 crops.
What is Crop4Life?
Crop4Life is a foliar-applied biostimulant based on bioflavonoids extracted from Citrus aurantium (Seville orange), combined with other organic acids in a suspension concentrate. It is one of the most extensively studied biostimulant products in commercial agriculture with over 20 years of independent trials on 48 different crops, and the only biostimulant to have its gene-expression mechanism validated in a doctoral study at Stellenbosch University.
When applied at the right growth stages, Crop4Life alters the expression of more than 2,500 genes within the plant, improving photosynthesis, hormone balance, stress tolerance, and the processes that directly drive fruit set, retention, and yield.
The Science Behind Crop4Life
- Gene expression (Stellenbosch University, 2020): A PhD study confirmed that Crop4Life alters the expression of over 2,500 genes in Arabidopsis thaliana, upregulating pathways for photosynthesis, stress tolerance, chlorophyll synthesis, and nutrient uptake.
- Photosynthesis boost: Crop4Life upregulates genes linked to chlorophyll synthesis, giving treated plants higher energy production rates for growth and yield processes.
- Salt stress resilience: Treated plants maintain chlorophyll levels under sodium chloride stress, while untreated control plants show visible chlorophyll degradation.
- UC Davis rice seed treatment study (2018): Seed treatment at 1.5 fl.oz. per 220 lbs. seed produced a yield improvement of 291 lbs./acre over grower standard, ROI of $34.42/acre at rice commodity prices.
Key Benefits
- Improved fruit set and retention: Trial data shows up to 48% improvement in fruit retention in citrus when applied 2 weeks before physiological fruit drop.
- Alternate bearing management (citrus): Crop4Life helps correct the hormonal imbalances that cause biennial bearing cycles, delivering more consistent annual yields.
- Stress tolerance: Pre-conditioning applications before heat, cold, or drought events reduce the yield impact of stress significantly.
- Stronger cell walls: Improved cell wall formation delivers firmer fruit, better structure, and longer shelf life.
- Soil biology support: Increased root exudate production from treated plants feeds beneficial soil microbes, improving the root zone environment.
- Tank mix compatible: Successfully integrated into standard spraying programs without adverse effects.
Application Rates (Citrus Focus — Florida Market)
Crop / Timing
Dosage
Notes
Crop / Timing
Citrus - 2 weeks before physiological fruit drop
Dosage
500 ml/ha (approx. 0.4 pt/acre)
Notes
Key window for fruit retention improvement
Crop / Timing
Citrus - bud burst
Dosage
500 ml/ha
Notes
First of two applications for alternate bearing management
Crop / Timing
Citrus - shoot formation
Dosage
250–500 ml/ha
Notes
Second application; 500 ml delivers significantly better results than 250 ml
Crop / Timing
General foliar application
Dosage
0.4–1 pt/acre
Notes
Compatible with most spray programs
Crop / Timing
Rice seed treatment (UC Davis)
Dosage
1.5 fl.oz. per 220 lbs. seed
Notes
+291 lbs./acre yield; ROI $34.42/acre
FAQ
Does Crop4Life contain any synthetic chemicals?
No. Crop4Life is a plant-extract-based biostimulant derived from natural sources (Citrus aurantium) with no synthetic active ingredients.
Is Crop4Life safe for use near harvest?
Yes. Crop4Life has no pre-harvest interval restrictions. Contact your Omnia representative for specific crop and regulatory guidance.
What is alternate bearing in citrus and how does Crop4Life help?
Alternate bearing (biennial bearing) is when a citrus tree produces a heavy crop one year and a light crop the next. It is caused by hormonal imbalances and nutrient depletion from heavy fruiting. Crop4Life, applied at bud burst or physiological fruit drop, helps normalise the hormonal balance and improve fruit retention, smoothing out the production cycle across years