From the ocean’s depths to mountain glaciers, Mother Nature has powerful natural solutions for improving soil biology – you just have to know where to look.

Using the treasures of the sea

SEA-CROP®  is a highly concentrated catalytic trigger derived from sea water. It contains over 80 natural source minerals and active organic substances found in deep-sea Pacific Ocean water. When applied to soil, SEA-CROP® stimulates symbiosis of microflora – specifically, mycorrhizal fungi and beneficial bacteria – that are native to your soil.

Mycorrhizal fungi colonize plant roots and extend far into the soil, working as extensions of the root systems to absorb nutrients and water. As these microflora grow and reproduce abundantly, they produce humic compounds and extracellular polysaccharides that help to improve the structure of your soil. These substances improve soil porosity and help to bind the soil into aggregates, which in turn aids plant growth by increasing aeration, stimulating root development and maximizing water movement through the soil.

When diluted, SEA-CROP® can be used for a variety of applications in your garden or on your farm, including as a soil drench, foliar spray and seed soak. It is suitable for garden produce, row crops, trees, orchards, lawns and turf, and even as an animal nutrition supplement.

There are many benefits to using SEA-CROP®, including:

• Improved plant and root growth
• Yield increases of 15%–35%
• Healthier plants with more flowers and larger fruit
• Increased mineral and vitamin counts
• Growing cycles shortened by weeks

From glaciers to your garden

While SEA-CROP® comes from the ocean, glacial rock dust is harvested from glacial moraines, which are the rocks and sediments that were dragged, pulverized and deposited by a glacier over thousands of years. These deposits are mined, dried and screened before being packaged as a natural soil amendment. This rock dust is an excellent natural source of many minerals, including calcium, magnesium, iron and potassium, as well as trace elements and micro-nutrients.

When introduced as a soil amendment in your garden, glacial rock dust will slowly release its vital nutrients, benefiting your plants throughout the growing season. Your fruits and vegetables will grow larger and more vigorously, improving their flavor, while also becoming more resistant to diseases and pests. Meanwhile, flowering plants will produce more prolific and larger blossoms. The animals and humans who consume these mineral-rich crops will also benefit from the essential elements contained within them.

Unlike chemical fertilizers, glacial rock dust works in conjunction with your soil, improving its structure, drainage and moisture retention. As a natural solution for improving soil biology, glacial rock dust supports essential microbial life by contributing to a favorable environment for beneficial fungi, molds, bacteria and earthworms. This leads to healthier, well-balanced soil and better growing conditions for your plants.

Here are some general guidelines on using glacial rock dust in your garden:

• Glacial rock dust is completely safe for use on all plants, including plants intended for human consumption.
• Before planting in the spring, 2–4 lbs of glacial rock dust can be dug into every 10 square feet of soil.
• Every month throughout the growing season, glacial rock dust can be sprinkled in moderation around the base of plants and into the mulch, to a depth of 1 inch.
• 5–20 lbs of glacial rock dust can be added to every cubic yard of compost material in your compost pile or bin to promote microbial activity and add minerals, which can help quicken the decomposition process.
• 8 tablespoons of glacial rock dust can be added to every gallon of soil when transplanting or pre-mixing soil for potted plants.

Organic help for better soil

SEA-CROP® and glacial rock dust are just two of the many natural solutions for improving soil biology. When you look to Mother Nature for help, you will quickly discover that there is an abundance of natural ways to provide your plants with the substances they need for happy, healthy growth and abundant crop production.