Let’s face it, chemical fertilizer is becoming more and more costly. It contributes to lowering the organic matter in the soil, adding to the acidity, and increasing phosphorus levels. Your land is precious. Watch Dr. Allen Williams talk with farmer, Mr. Dusty Taylor about how SumaGrow can protect your land, cut down on fertilizer costs and increase soil fertility:
Source: SumaGrow vs. Chemical Fertilizer
“I am once again looking forward to using your great product at my farm. The Field that had the Sumagreen Bio-enhancer “(SumaGrow)” simply outperformed the adjacent field where I did not use it. The difference was striking.
This is my third year ordering Sumagreen “(SumaGrow)” and I simply will not go without it.
Obviously, I tend the fields well and use blood meal and worm castings to enhance growth as well. But since I first started using this sumagreen “(SumaGrow)” product I use less dolomite lime and less organic fertilizer.
I also observed that even after the garlic is harvested in mid July…the buckwheat I plant the first week of august does exceptionally well. It must be that the two applications of Sumagreen in the spring carry on the good work well through the simmer.”
Barry Butler
Fairfield Garlic Farm, CT
With the advice and assistance of the National Fertilizer Testing Center and the Dat Viet Xanh Farmers’ Association, in collaboration with Gia Lam District, fertilizer trials were performed with EarthCare with SumaGrow Inside broccoli at Yen Vien Commune, Gia Lam District, Hanoi.
The plant height increased, fewer pests were noticed, soil organic matter increased 67.5%, and, of course, the yield increased 37.5% while the chemical fertilizer was reduced by 50%, which resulted in a net increase in profit of over $431/hectare (May 8, 2018 exchange rate).
The use of EarthCare with SumaGrow inside reduced the urea nitrate residue in the broccoli. This is an important criteria for evaluating the product as safe or not before being used.
This trial was supervised by Dr. Ngo Thi Dao, Former Head, Department of Soils University of Pedagogy in Hanoi, who is also the author of two books on agriculture.
The report also contains detailed soil analysis reports.
The original report is in Vietnamese, which was translated into English: Vietnam Report in English — Broccoli
From the analysis carried out and the results obtained, it can be concluded that: The best production result was seen in the T2 [SumaGrow plus a 50% reduction in fertilizer], which shows a double saving. First, by increasing production by 51.5% and second by decreasing the use of chemical fertilizer by 50% • T3 (100% Genesis with SumaGrow) versus T1 (100% Chemical) shows an increase in production of 42.7% clearly showing the benefit of applying only (Genesis with SumaGrow) against traditional chemical fertilization.
T3 (100% Genesis with SumaGrow, no fertilizer) versus T1 (100% Chemical) shows an increase in production of 42.7% clearly showing the benefit of applying only (Genesis with SumaGrow) against traditional chemical fertilization.
There was an amazing increase in the soil health as measured by the Organic Material:
| Materia Orgánica del suelo % | |
| INICIO | FINAL |
| 1,5 | 2,7 |
Here is the original report in Spanish (with pictures and graphs):
Ecuador — ITF RICABERTO (Mango)
A Google Translate version is available here without the pictures and graphs:
Ecuador — ITF RICABERTO (Mango) – English
From the report’s conclusion: “Summa Grow (SumaGrow) at 1.0 gallons per acre did positively improve soybean performance (growth and yield) in low P2O5 and K2O soils despite having the recommended fertilizer rate reduced by 30%. This indicates that properly used, bio-stimulants can improve plant health and thereby improve yield. Even where no fertilizer was used, Summa Grow (SumaGrow) increased yield and performance of soybeans…”
This study is somewhat unique for a university study in that the study compared a product to both a Control and to a Grower Standard. We have long maintained that the typical study (touted by many of our competitors) compares a product to a Control of nothing but soil. This is NOT the real world.
Farmers want to know how a product will improve _their_ results in the real world. This means comparing what they are presently doing, referred to as Grower Standard, to whatever is recommended using a new product, in this case SumaGrow. While we believe the yield increase would have been higher than 13% if fertilizer had been reduced more than the 30% reduction used in this study, the 13% yield increase is a real world number which a farmer would have achieved since it compared what they are doing now to using SumaGrow with a reduction in fertilizer, which is recommended. SumaGrow with zero fertilizer even out-yielded the Grower Standard.
For the record, when comparing the SumaGrow results to the Control, again, used by most of our competitors, the yield increase was 20% according to this study.
The full study can be accessed by clicking on this link: Mississippi State University– Soybeans
This article was written by Dr. Lalithakumari Janarthanam who served for six years as our Director of Research & Development (now retired). In the U.S., we are not allowed to make any biopesticidal claims, so the article title and abstract are copied here with a link to the article below, without comment:
ABSTRACT In the present investigations it is proved that the inoculation of multifunctional microbial formulation to the soil improves soil quality, soil health, plant health, growth, yield, and quality of a broad spectrum of crops reducing chemical fertilizer and pesticide input. These microbial populations consist of selected species including plant growth promoting rhizo-bacteria, N2-fixing bacteria, Phosphate solubilizers, phytohormone producers, plant disease suppressive bacteria and fungi. To make it very simple a different dimension as „Bio Protectant” is given in this presentation to the collective synergistic effects of beneficial microbes stimulating soil, plant and environmental health reducing chemical fertilizer and pesticide application. A healthy plant does not require unwanted, poisonous chemical pesticides. Review of literature is focused in multiple ways on the growth promoting ability along with the biological activity of beneficial microorganisms. The present SumaGrow-F2 formulation contains multi-functional Rhizobium species, Pseudomonas spp., Bacillus, and Trichoderma spp. The recorded novel benefits of SumaGrow-F2 formulation in the Green House and Field are discussed here as microbes increasing plant health, soil health, and root health of a broad spectrum of crops. Not only can it eliminate almost all insect infestations and reduce fungal or bacterial infection, it also creates a healthier environment for plant growth. The result is healthy crops with a corresponding increase in the yield of fruits or vegetables or grains. Modern trend is to look for inspiring intelligent multi-functional microbial Plant protectant or bio protectant for sustainable agriculture.
Here is the article:
Bioprotectant with multifunctional microorganisms – A new dimension in plant protection JBiopest
This comparison test was conducted on 500 acres of Fannin Ranch, north of Dallas, Texas. The field was divided in two, 250 acre sections, and planted with Red Winter
Wheat. On one section, AgriBiotic Microbics with SumaGrow was applied shortly after planting in a single application. The other section was treated with two applications of Ammonium Nitrate fertilizer. The photos below were taken just before harvest in May.
There is an obvious visual difference in the height and density of the two wheat fields. The grower reports that wheat heads on the SumaGrow wheat were significantly larger and yielded 36-40 seeds per head, compared to 30-34 seeds per head in the fertilized wheat. 
The results were overwhelmingly in favor of the AgriBiotic Microbic Products w/ SumaGrow. Not only were input costs lower in treating the soil, but that section outperformed the other section by netting an average of 14 additional bushels per acre for a net profit increase of 44.9% per acre.
Click here for a two page summary with pictures: Texas Wheat Trial — Brix Agribiotics
Irish potatoes are of great economic and dietary value as a food-source worldwide ranking as the third most important food crop after rice and wheat. Potatoes require high levels of fertilizer to produce high yields with marketable quality. However, in some countries fertilizer is very difficult to obtain and very expensive. Using SumaGrow would greatly reduce this need for, and cost of, fertilizers. With SumaGrow, it has been shown that equivalent yields and growth can be obtained at reduced fertilizer rates when compared to full recommended fertilizer treatments.
In almost all trials, SumaGrow actually increases the yield compared to the existing grower standard — what the farmer is obtaining now using the best available technologies without SumaGrow. In this particular trial, growing Red LaSoda Irish potatoes, “combined yields from the grading process at ten days following harvest showed the same results where the SumaGrow treatments were as much as 2,509 Lbs/acre greater than the 100% fertilizer treatment without SumaGrow.” This equates to a 16% yield increase.
Additionally, “at harvest criteria did show the strengths of the SumaGrow product in reducing fertilizer rates, hence reducing input costs and minimizing environmental hardships.” Better plant health and vigor, as well as higher brix levels were also noted.
Here is the link to a copy of the study report: Mississippi State U — Irish Potato
Golf course turf, particularly the greens, are about as near perfect turf as you can find. To achieve the lush, green turf, golf courses spend a lot of time and money. This independent trial was performed by Turfgrass Disease Solutions, LLC — http://turfgrassdiseasesolutions.com — comparing SumaGrow treatments with an 80% reduction in fertilizer to the normal golf course treatments. In this situation, a tie could certainly be considered a win due to the savings in both time and money, however, SumaGrow actually performed better than the standard golf course treatment.
The purpose of the trial was to evaluate color and quality response to treatments of SumaGrow. In addition to the “untreated control ” area there were three other treatments:
The trial period was five months running from June – November. Treatments were applied in June, July, August, and September with additional data gathered in October and November. Treatments were replicated five times in a randomized block design.
The overall result was a clear increase in quality and color when SumaGrow was applied and compared to the untreated control.
When SumaGrow only was applied and when SumaGrow plus the chemical fertilizer was applied, the results were similar quality and color levels (i.e. there was no statistical difference) as the full treatment of the chemical fertilizer alone on random rating dates. SumaGrow with the fertilizer at 0.05 pound nitrogen per 1,000 square feet (80% reduction in chemical fertilizer) improved the color on all of the rating dates during the scheduled application program.
SumaGrow only or SumaGrow plus a chemical fertilizer (at an 80% reduced amount) generated similar results to that of the full chemical fertilizer alone treatment. Why is this significant? This means that use of SumaGrow can replace or significantly reduce the need for chemical-based fertilizer, thus reducing both treatment costs and chemical use, as well as application time.
The turf saw no injury or stress from the application of SumaGrow during the trial period. Therefore, the product is not an agronomic risk to the turf.
SumaGrow plays an important role in reducing a golf course’s dependence on chemical-based fertilizer while maintaining the course’s color and quality expectations. Golf course superintendents and management companies understand the need to implement “green” initiatives and “sustainability” practices in order to reduce the chemical footprint on the property and what runs off into waterways. SumaGrow is an all-natural soil microbial products that help address and support these efforts.
Here is the complete report:
This trial was conducted on Sayer Farms, in Irwin County, Georgia on two dry land test plots after 2.5 weeks with no rain. The soil type was the same for both plots which are across a dirt road from each other.
The SumaGrow treated plot showed a 27.7% increase in lint yield and a 27.6% increase in seed production. Nitrogen fertilizer was also reduced by 58.8%.
Plot A) GENESIS with Sumagrow test plot 7.55 acres
Applied ½ gal.SumaGrow per acre along with reflex after planting
Applied ½ gal. SumaGrow per acre 5 weeks later over top spray (1.0 gallon total per acre)
Applied 20 gal. nitrogen per acre at layby and 15 gal.nitrogen per acre after planting (total 35gal)
Applied 2 tons chicken litter and 150 lbs per acre of potash (preplant) per acre.
Total Lint : 9952 lbs. Total Seed: 11,443 lbs
Divided by 7.55 acres Divided by 7.55 acres
1318 lbs per acre 1515 lbs per acre
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Plot B) STANDARD (Untreated) test plot 15.76 acres
Applied 85 lbs total nitrogen per acre
Applied 2 tons chicken litter per acre and 150 lbs potash per acre
Total Lint: 16279 lbs Total Seed: 18719 lbs
Divided by 15.76 acres Divided by 15.76 acres
1032 lbs per acre 1187 lbs per acre
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Net Production and Profit Comparison
Lint: Genesis with SumaGrow gain
1318 lbs – 1032 lbs = 286 lbs per acre x .84 per lb.(1/02/14) =$240.24
Seed: Genesis with SumaGrow gain
1515 lbs – 1187 lbs =328 lbs per acre x 10.5 cents = 34.44
Nitrogen: Reduction with Genesis with SumaGrow = 60.00
Total Dollar GAINS from Genesis with SumaGrow per acre $334.68
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