MAXIMS OF THE APICAL METHOD
Start with existing crop/soil conditions and set realistic goals
Work within crop’s budget to improve yield/quality
Recognize Carbon and Silicon as key macronutrients
Cooperate with nature, plants, & soils
Use basics of soil and plant science with innovation
Prevent or buffer crop excesses of unwanted nutrients
Enhance biotic growth of crop by decreasing abiotic stress
Integrate plant, soil & water, and fruit testing
Perform continuous testing to refine datasets
Use data gained to build crop improvement