ProSeed Product Information
Benefits
Nutrient Availability
optimal forms in the right place at the right time. Australian Vermiculture biologicals colonisation process gives the added benefit of faster and more efficient nutrient uptake capabilities. This means that nutrients applied by way of fertiliser are effectively immobilised and mineralised as the plant requires. In a fixed environment, this means nutrients such as phosphorous are unlocked in fixed soils where mineralisation percentages are often low.
Abnormal Pressure
Often in over worked soils we see imbalances, these imbalances can be a simple as acidic/alkaline soil or as complex as a nematode feeding off the exudates on your plants roots, restricting root growth limiting plant production. AV Pro’s process of inoculation includes a range of free living nematodes included to evenly populate the soil minimising the impact of pathogenic nematodes like root knot, spiral or stubby root nematodes.
How does it protect?
Within the colony, not only do plants and microorganisms feed from each other, they also protect each other, bad fungi - Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia, Fusarium – thrive in anaerobic soil conditions – with a healthy range of bacteria within the colony – anaerobic fungi become overwhelmed and become suppressed. This is why by incorporating AV products into your program we can minimise the amount of fungicide we need to manage plant-based disease. For tuber-based crops this means a cleaner smoother produce with less pressure from blemish-based diseases like; blight or cavity spot.
Root Health, Root Depth, Water Retention, Soil Aerobic Conditions & Soil Structure less watering needed and significantly reduces your dependence on traditional fertilisers
Application & Rates
Application rates vary on crop, irrigation type, plant density per hectare, current soil condition and rainfall. Discuss your specific requirements with your distributor or with Australian Vermiculture. As a guide, 10 – 20kg/t of Seed (Grasses, pulses, legumes, lucerne)
Storage Instructions: Store in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Typical Analysis
Note: Due to the capability of biology to make nutrients available in soil, the nutrient %’s don’t need to be as high as chemical equivalents
ProCast is rich in its biological food chain. Handle with care, clean any spillages and wash off immediately.
Wear gloves and protect skin and eyes if handling manually.
| Nitrogen | W/W% |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen | 4.0% |
| Phosphorus | 3.0% |
| Potassium | 1.4% |
| Boron | 0.284% |
| Calcium | 3.0% |
| Copper | 0.354% |
| Iron | 0.979% |
| Magnesium | 1.0% |
| Sodium | 0.177% |
| Biological | mg/kg |
|---|---|
| Total Microorganisms | 204.1 mg/kg |
| Total bacteria | 41.0 mg/kg |
| Total fungi | 160.2 mg/kg |
| Protozoa | 2.858 mg/kg |
| Mycorrhizal fungi | 4.151 mg/kg |
| Pseudomonas | 5.541 mg/kg |
| Actinomycetes | 2.272 mg/kg |
Specifications
Formulation
Powder form vermiculture derived bio-stimulant
Application area
Apply product to seed to provide an inoculation of active microorganisms
Application method
Apply product to seed manually or through inoculator
Timing
Optimum timing for crops is 12 – 24 hours prior to planting.
Colonisation
Colonisation is completed in the first
48 – 72 hours
Accumulation
Optimum levels of both biological populations and activity can be measured through soil tests. Applying at root flushes and establishment ensures effective colonisation
Microbial food
Pro biologicals are tailored with specific feed stocks to sustain development and activity in the rhizosphere. No additional feed applications are necessary
UV breakdown
Some biological groups are susceptible to ultraviolet breakdown. Soil based applications should be incorporated by cultivation or irrigation
Withholding
No withholding periods
Testimonials
James and Merryn talk about why they converted to AV's biological program in early 2015. James and Merryn changed over after attending the 2014 crop walk. Listen to their comments after attending the 2015 crop walk.
James and Merryn Beckman,
Murrayville VIC
Hear John and Marc (father and son) talk about their experiences over the years. They converted their whole property to AV's biological growing program and are developing a strong positive history of wheat on wheat on wheat
John and Marc Bowen,
Carwarp VIC
Husband and wife team, Don and Caz,are the pioneers in establishing and developing AVs biological farming program for broad acre cereal crops. They grow in harsh arid conditions and have been 'chem fert free', using AV's products since 2010. Click on the video and hear their story.
Don and Carolyn Rankin,
Werrimull VIC