Amino acids for crops: why they matter most in August

After a demanding first half of the season, things may seem to settle down in August. But that calm is often deceptive. Many crops are still recovering from earlier stress, especially from the heat and drought of June and July. You might notice subtle signs: fertilisation has less impact, fruit development is uneven, and leaves appear limp or dull. At first glance, the crop looks stable, but under the surface, its metabolism is running slower than it should. What’s really going on?

Metabolic slowdown: a hidden barrier to growth

After a long growing period, often under stressful conditions or with suboptimal nutrient uptake, the plant may shift into a lower gear. Biologically, this means:

• Protein synthesis slows down, reducing enzyme production.
• Photosynthesis becomes less efficient, leading to an energy deficit.
• Internal transport falters, so nutrients are poorly distributed.
• Recovery is delayed, even when weather conditions are improving.

As a result, the plant appears to be “on,” but it’s burning more energy than it’s able to take in. Fertilisation doesn’t deliver the expected results. Not because nutrients are lacking, but because the plant can’t use them efficiently.

Supporting metabolism from the inside out

When growth and uptake are stagnating, the solution isn’t more nutrition, it’s metabolic support. That’s where amino acids for plants come in.

Our product AMX contains a carefully balanced mix of L-amino acids with various chain lengths. These are quickly absorbed by the plant and serve as the building blocks for new enzymes, proteins, and energy processes.

What exactly does AMX do?

• Activates protein synthesis, enabling the plant to produce growth hormones and enzymes.
• Stimulates enzymatic activity, which drives nutrient uptake, transport, and cell division.
• Improves nutrient absorption, especially when root activity is limited.
• Accelerates recovery from stress, such as drought, heat, or growth stagnation.
• Reactivates the plant’s metabolism, leading to visible regrowth and a better response to fertilisation.

AMX doesn’t treat symptoms. It works at the root of the problem by supporting functional recovery and it helps the plant make better use of the nutrients already available. Moreover it’s suitable for all crops, from vegetables and fruit to arable and greenhouse production.

Do these signs sound familiar?

• Fertilisation seems less effective
  The crop doesn’t green up after application. Leaves remain pale or slow to respond. Growth is barely noticeable.
• Fruits are developing unevenly
  You see differences in size within the same plant or row, or ripening is slower than usual.
• Leaves look limp or dull
  Even with enough moisture, the foliage lacks firmness and loses its natural sheen.
• Fruit set is stagnating or absent
  Fewer flowers are forming, young fruit drops prematurely (e.g., in courgette, tomato, or pear), or blossoms stay closed.

These are clear indicatores that your crop’s metabolism has slowed down and that it needs help to get back on track. That’s exactly where plant-based amino acids can make a real difference.

What you do in August shapes your final results

We’re now in the final phase where you can still influence the outcome of the season. Everything you do in August affects the flavour, quality, storability, and yield of your end product. A crop with an active metabolism keeps building: adding weight, resilience, and marketable quality. AMX provides that final push from the inside out. A small application with maximum impact, helping your crop finish strong.

Want to know how AMX fits into your crop strategy? Contact us or view the full product details. We’re happy to advise.