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Does the BiOWiSH^® Crop technology have any effect on pest and disease?

BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid is not designed or formulated for controlling agronomic pests and disease. Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers powered by BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid create a high-performance partnership between the roots of the host plant and BiOWiSH® microorganisms that enhance beneficial microbes in the rhizosphere. The new alliance has a combined genetic profile (the hologenome) that enhances native microbial activity … Read more

One of BiOWiSH^® agronomy products modes of action is to stimulate microbial activity in the soil. How does this affect soil carbon levels?

BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid was not originally designed or formulated to address soil carbon levels. Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers powered by BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid create a high-performance partnership between the plant and beneficial BiOWiSH® microorganisms through their association with the roots of the host plant. The new alliance has a combined genetic profile (the hologenome) that enhances … Read more

Is there an excess level of fertilizer that prohibits a yield benefit from BiOWiSH^® agronomy products?

Even absent of the BiOWiSH<sup>®</sup> fertilizer enhancement, excess application of fertilizers will contribute to imbalances in the system that may limit the efficacy of any agronomic input. This type of excessive fertilization can cause many imbalances in the soil, any of which may affect potential yield. This situation would be expected to reduce the efficiency … Read more

What is the impact of BiOWiSH^® on Humic Products when combined with Humic products?

Humic acid containing products increase water infiltration and water-holding capacity of soil. Also, it is generally understood that humic substances are resistant to microbial degradation, may facilitate the transport of microorganisms, and stimulate the plant’s natural rhizodeposition process, which supports populations of native beneficial microbes in the root zone. Unlike traditional biological soil inoculation products, … Read more

What is the impact of BiOWiSH^® on soil organic matter?

Organic matter (OM) change in the soil is a slow process, occurring over multiple plantings, fertility treatments, and crop rotations. BiOWiSH® Crop Products have been shown to optimize yield potential by improved nutrient uptake and optimize soil conditions for greater root mass. The combination of increased root biomass and remnant vegetative biomass remaining post-harvest will, over … Read more

How do BiOWiSH^® agronomy products help to solubilize phosphorus and make phosphate available to the plant in acidic soils with high Al3+ and high Fe3+ levels?

Phosphorous availability is dependent on soil physical properties (organic matter, clay content, moisture, aeration, etc.) and chemical properties (pH, texture, etc.). The total soil phosphorous exists in two forms: organic and inorganic. Organic phosphorus is the product of the decomposition of plants, animals, and microbes; while it is not available to the plants, it will … Read more

How do I store BiOWiSH^® Crop products?

Cover and store BiOWiSH® Crop products in cool, dry location out of direct sunlight. Once opened, keep in an airtight container to maintain the integrity of the product. Prevent spillage and separate from strong oxidizers.

How long is the shelf life of BiOWiSH^® Crop Liquid after first use?

First, make sure the lid is securely closed after use to maintain a long shelf life. BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid has a 2-year shelf life when stored as directed. Storage directions: Cover and store in a cool, dry location out of direct sunlight. Once opened, keep in an airtight container to maintain the integrity of the … Read more

Does adding BiOWiSH^® Crop Liquid to fertilizer change the formula/grade of the fertilizer itself and/or other fertilizer characteristic (humidity, hardness, particle size, density)?

No, the addition of BiOWiSH® Crop Liquid at the BiOWiSH recommended application rate does not change any of the physical or chemical properties of the fertilizer.

Can addition of BiOWiSH^® 16-40-0 to water cause an ammonium odor?

Depending on the source and quality of the water you may notice an ammonia odor when adding BiOWiSH® Crop 16-40-0 to water. This happens when the pH is high enough to cause ammonia volatilization from the diammonium phosphate in the BiOWiSH® Crop 16-40-0 product. There is no negative impact on the BiOWiSH® biology.