For a farmer it means higher, better quality yields for a lower cost. For a gardener it means harvesting more fruits and vegetables with higher nutritional values. The shared advantages for growing any type of plant or crops are

• Higher yields and crop production
• Increased nutritional value including higher Brix levels (better tasting produce)
• Environmentally safe — it remediates many soil contaminates
• Increased water efficiency — it pulls and holds moisture to the plant
• Helps build sustainable soil for future crops

No. In most cases, we recommend reducing fertilizer inputs by 50 percent when using products containing SumaGrow®. However, each situation is different and in some forage and turf crops, NPKs can be eliminated altogether.

We recommend a 50 percent reduction for two reasons:

1. Most soils have an ample supply of nutrients — they are simply in a form that is unavailable to the plant. Our products will release bound nutrients and extract atmospheric nitrogen for the plants use.
2. The general composition of most fertilizers is in the form of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium or NPK. Although the chemical forms are immediately available to the plant, it often volatizes off as a gas or leaches away from the plant when water is introduced through rain or irrigation. SumaGrow® containing products will chelate and hold the chemical nutrients to the plant. It decreases the amount of nutrient waste and runoff by holding the fertilizer components for the plant’s use and development.

In most cases Agrigain products cost less than the chemical fertilizers.

Agrigain was developed to be effective on a broad spectrum of crops; however, different concentrations and application rates may apply based on various factors such as soil condition and crop type. Agrigain products will help anything with a root system.

Yes. Salts from over-fertilization, erosion, crop harvest, excessively low or high pH values, and low organic matter affect the value of soil.

Agrigain products will help build up poor soil and help maintain healthy soil.

Agrigainis a liquid and can be applied using irrigation systems, spray tanks, spray bottles

As long as the product has been diluted, your plants will be fine. Our suggested application rates are based on multiple experiments. While over-applying isn’t harmful, there is no evidence that an increased application rate will significantly increase the benefits of using Agrigain products.

Agrigain products should be applied to plants in early growth stages to maximize the benefits.

No, our normal soil inoculant products are not designed to coat seeds. Seeds should be immersed for no more than 10 minutes and planted immediately.

Yes. SumaGrow® products can be used in a variety of ways including:

• Soil Applied
• Foliar Spray
• Root Dip
• Seed Treatment

There is no specific amount of water to use as long as it allows the product to be distributed at the recommended rate per acre or sq. ft. for your crop.

We recommend application in the late afternoon/early evening during droughts and high temperature seasons.

There are many factors which can affect the performance of Agrigain such as:

• Soil nutritional balance/imbalance
• Environmental conditions
• Type of crop
• Short term crops (100 days or less) seem to respond within a short period.

Yes, but we recommend that you reduce your fertilizer application rate by at least 50 percent.

In general, fertilizer programs should be reduced by 50% the first year, but this varies for different crops and soil conditions.

Agrigain products will help stabilize (hold in place) either NO3 or NH4; however, NH4 is more unstable and often converts to nitric oxide (N2O) which is 310 times more lethal than carbon dioxide.

We believe that urea nitrogen should be reduced by 50 percent or more depending on the crop.

In most cases, yes. Herbicides such as Round-Up are okay; however, you should avoid blending Agriain products with fungicides as they are detrimental to many of the beneficial microbes in the SumaGrow® formula.

Agrigain products are non-hazardous. They are safe for humans, animals, and the environment.

As soon as you wish. There is no waiting period between application and grazing.

Although Agrigain isn’t a hazardous material, we recommend wearing protective gear because many people have unpredictable allergies.

Absolutely. These products are OMRI listed and can be used in the production of organic foods and fibers.

SumaGrow® is OMRI-listed (Organic Materials Review Institute) for use in the production of organic foods and fibers. Most products containing SumaGrow® are either already OMRI-listed or are capable of becoming so. The term “organic” is reserved by the USDA and applies only to the end product (foods, fibers, etc.)

As soon as the product is received, remove the cap to replenish the air supply. If product will not be used immediately, loosely refit the cap to allow fresh air to flow until you are ready to use the product and store in a cool, shaded location, preferably a refrigerator. Our Agrigain products have a longer shelf life than most microbials and can be stored for up to a year.

Between 40° and 70° Fahrenheit. The colder, the better as long as the product does NOT freeze.

Yes. For a good microbial distribution, the product should be stirred, shaken, or agitated prior to use. If possible, the mixture should also be agitated during application.

In most circumstances, no; however, a good agitation in the tank will keep any small particles suspended.

While it is better to use the product the same day that it is mixed, the mixture should be fine for several days provided it is not subjected to extreme temperatures.

This is not a concern as you cannot over apply the product. Agrigainproducts will improve soil conditions regardless of the soil fertility.

If the product is stored according to our recommendations (in cold temperatures with a loose cap), then the shelf life is one year.

A dry formula is not available at this time; however, we are currently doing some product testing and hope to have a dry formula available soon.