ProGrow 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
ProGro is diluted to your normal water rates per hectare. Application rates vary on crop, irrigation type, plant density per hectare, current soil condition and rainfall. Rates for regenerative and organic practices may need to be adjusted. Discuss your specific requirements with your distributor or with Australian Vermiculture. Refer to table below as a guide;
Storage and Handling Instructions: Store in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Handle with care, clean any spillages and wash off immediately. ProGro is rich in its biology food web. During storage aerate for 10 minutes per week.
Foliar Application
| Crop | Rate ltrs/ha | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Horticulture, Vines, Vegetables, Tree - Fruit & Nut | 5 - 7 | Apply as part of a nutrient foliar program every 14 - 21 days. Can be applied prior to whether extremes as a protectant. |
| Broad Acre - Grasses & Dicots | 9 - 12 | Apply at 3 - 5 leaf stage. Apply again at late tillering in week areas. |
| Pastures | 15 - 20 | Apply after grazing. no withholding period. |
Fertigation / Direct Inject
| Crop | Rate | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Horticulture, Vines, Vegetables, Tree - Fruit & Nut | 15 - 20 | Apply to plants at the recommencement of their reporductive phase. Four to six applications for optimum results |
| Broad Acre - Grasses & Dicots | 10 - 15 | Apply via direct injection at sowing. |
| Pastures | 15 - 20 | Apply via fertigation every 4 - 6 weeks. No withholding period. |
Typical Analysis
Note:
Due to the capability of biology to make nutrients available in soil, the nutrient percentages don’t need to be as high as chemical equivalents
| Nitrogen | mg/L |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen | 16600 mg/L |
| Total Kjeldal Nitrogen | 24000 mg/L |
| Phosphorus | 6180 mg/L |
| Potassium | 4600 mg/L |
| Boron | 2.2 mg/L |
| Calcium | 1500 mg/L |
| Copper | 4.0 mg/L |
| Iron | 25 mg/L |
| Magnesium | 500 mg/L |
| Sodium | 550 mg/L |
| Sulphur | 510 mg/L |
| Zinc | 10 mg/L |
| Biological | g/L |
|---|---|
| Total Microorganisms | 204.1 g/L |
| Total bacteria | 41.0 g/L |
| Total fungi | 160.2 g/L |
| Protozoa | 2.858 g/L |
| Mycorrhizal fungi | 4.151 g/L |
| Pseudomonas | 5.541 g/L |
| Actinomycetes | 2.272 g/L |
Specifications
Formulation
Liquid vermiculture derived constituents and associated
bio-stimulants
Application area
Apply as a foliar spray. Apply product to the soil to provide an inoculation of active microorganisms or as a foliar spray
Application method
Apply products to soil through band or broadcasts spreaders. Apply liquid through drip, sprinkler irrigation or sprayer. ProGro is screened to 80 micron and under.
Irrigation
Minimise heavy irrigation of the root zone in the first five to seven days to mitigate leaching of spores and active organisms’ pre-colonisation
Timing
Optimum timing in short crops is at planting and within fourteen days post plant. Annual crops at significant root flush events
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
Compatibility
Pro biologicals are compatible with most fungicides, pesticides and herbicides except for Group B herbicides
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