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EM-1® Soil Conditioner
Effective Microorganisms®, Concentrate.
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EM-1® is a revolutionary, organic liquid microbial concentrate packed full of beneficial microbes that improve the quality of your soil. The benefits include increased soil quality and fertility, increased pest and disease resistance, and a growth boost from roots to foliage, flowers to fruit.
The host of beneficial microbes, including photosynthesizing bacteria, multiple strains of lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and more help break down organic matter in the soil, turning it into food for plants and releasing essential minerals like nitrogen.
EM-1® is suitable for all plants and trees and can be used as a drench or foliar spray. EM-1® is USDA organic, OMRI listed, and environmentally friendly. It's safe to use around humans and animals.
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EM-1® is a revolutionary, organic liquid microbial concentrate packed full of beneficial microbes that improve the quality of your soil. The benefits include increased soil quality and fertility, increased pest and disease resistance, and a growth boost from roots to foliage, flowers to fruit.
The host of beneficial microbes, including photosynthesizing bacteria, multiple strains of lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and more help break down organic matter in the soil, turning it into food for plants and releasing essential minerals like nitrogen.
EM-1® is suitable for all plants and trees and can be used as a drench or foliar spray. EM-1® is USDA organic, OMRI listed, and environmentally friendly. It's safe to use around humans and animals.
How is EM-1® different from other microbial solutions?
One of the major beneficials in EM-1® are photosynthetic bacteria. In soil, they've been shown to increase root growth, and produce sugars that feed other beneficial bacteria. On the leaf surface, they produce phytohormones, protective molecules that increase growth while helping plants defend against environmental stresses, reducing the risk of root rot, temperature stress, pest attack and diseases.
EM-1® was developed by agricultural Professor Dr. Teruo Higa in the 1980's and his research resulted in finding the most 'Effective Microogranisms'® that work together to create the perfect environment for health and productivity. TeraGanix is the exclusive distributor of Dr Higa's EM-1® in the USA and Canada. Click here for dosage and usage rates
How is EM-1® different?
One of the major beneficials in EM-1® are photosynthetic bacteria. In the soil, they've been shown to increase root growth, and produce sugars that feed other beneficial bacteria. On the leaf surface, they produce phytohormones, protective molecules that increase growth while helping plants defend against environmental stresses, reducing the risk of root rot, temperature stress, pest attack and diseases.
EM-1® was developed by agricultural Professor Dr. Teruo Higa in the 1980's and his research resulted in finding the most 'Effective Microogranisms'® that work together to create the perfect environment for health and productivity. TeraGanix is the exclusive distributor of Dr Higa's EM-1® in the USA and Canada.
EM-1® and Vegetable Gardening
The use of EM-1® will improve the flavor, nutrition and storage life of fruits and vegetables. Insect and disease problems are reduced due to a healthier soil environment and plant health.
Continuous use of EM-1® has a cumulative result and the soil is improved year on year where EM-1® is used. This is especially helpful in eradicating soil born diseases like blight.
Tomato Tip: Spray your tomatoes with EM-1® to prevent blight damage.
Why Boosting Plant Health Improves Resistance To Pests and Disease
Use EM-1® to:
Improve seed germination and root development
Increase root growth
Increase nitrogen uptake
Speed up nutrient cycling
Improve plant vigor and health
Influence the uptake of sugars
Restore natural resistance to disease and pests
Improve water absorption
Naturally loosen compacted soil
Improve plant quality: size, color, and shelf life
Increase beneficial microbial activity
What Are The Benefits of Effective Microorganisms®?
What Are The Benefits of Effective Microorganisms?
- Faster plant growth: When plants are provided with all the nutrients they need they grow faster, stronger and produce a higher yield.
- Less pest and disease problems: Healthy plants are more disease and pest resistant.
- Safe and beneficial for the environment: Probiotic gardening is 100% natural, no harsh chemicals and toxins or synthetic fertilizers.
- Faster plant growth: When plants are provided with all the nutrients they need they grow faster, stronger and produce a higher yield.
- Less pest and disease problems: Healthy plants are more disease and pest resistant.
- Safer and beneficial for the environment: Probiotic gardening is 100% natural, no harsh chemicals and toxins or synthetic fertilizers.
EM-1® and Activated EM-1®
Dosage and Dilutions
Use and Application:
To use: Dilute EM-1 using the recommended ratio in 1 gallon of water and use as a weekly foliar spray and to water throughout the growing season. Use to soak seeds or seedlings before planting, and immediately after transplanting from pots into garden beds or larger pots to improve root development and nutrient uptake.
Frequency: Every 1 - 4 Weeks
Dosage: 1:100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Frequency: Every 2 - 4 Weeks
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Frequency: Every 1 - 2 Weeks
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
* Soak seeds for upto 60 min before planting
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 100 ( 3 Tbsp / Gallon )
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 1000 ( 0.8 tsp / Gallon )
Frequency: Once Per Week
Dilution: 1: 3-5 ml /cup
FAQ's
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What exactly is EM®?
EMRO, the company and technology behind Effective Microorganisms®, has been the global leader in the development of beneficial microbes and fermentation since the 1960's.
EM･1 is the original and authentic Effective Microorganisms® formulated by Prof. Dr. Teruo Higa.
EM-1® is a revolutionary product that helps improve the quality of soil. The host of beneficial microbes, including photosynthesizing bacteria, multiple strains of lactic acid bacteria, yeasts and more help break down organic matter in soil, turning it into food for plants and releasing essential minerals like nitrogen.
One of the major beneficials in EM-1® are photosynthetic bacteria. In soil, they've been shown to increase root growth, and produce sugars that feed other beneficial bacteria. On the leaf surface, they produce phytohormones, protective molecules that increase growth while helping plants defend against environmental stresses, reducing the risk of root rot, temperature stress, pest attack and diseases.
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Do I need to activate EM-1® to use it?
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No you do not need to activate EM-1® to use it.
EM-1® is a concentrate that is ready to use straight from the bottle. See dilution rate card for instructions.
Activated EM-1® provides an even more economical way to use EM-1®. Activation takes 7 days and additional materials are required. Click here for instructions on how to activate EM-1®.
When using Activated EM-1® , follow the same dilution rates as EM-1®
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What is the shelf life of EM-1?
EM-1 has a shelf life of 9 months
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Is EM-1® safe to use on organic farms?
EM-1® is OMRI Listed, meaning the product is allowed for certified organic production under the USDA National Organic Program. EM-1® is listed without restrictions which means that it can be used all the way up to harvest and even in washing of fruits and vegetables.
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What can you do with EM-1®?
EM-1® is an organic liquid microbial concentrate packed full of beneficial microbes that create a healthier microbiome in your soil. By increasing organic activity, you can see a whole host of benefits for your outdoor and indoor plants.
This includes increased soil quality and fertility, increased pest and disease resistance, and a growth boost from roots to foliage, flowers to fruit.
EM-1® is suitable for all plants and trees and can be used as a drench or foliar spray.
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Is EM-1 safe to use around animals?
Yes. EM-1 is an all natural probiotic that is safe to use around all kinds of animals, birds, bees etc
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How much EM-1® should I use for gardening?
Garden Applications:
1 oz. (2 tablespoons) per gallon of water.
You can also add EM-1 concentrate to a suitable hose-end sprayer and spray directly onto plants, lawn or soil surfaces. One 32 oz. hose end sprayer (set to 1 oz./gal.) should cover about 1/8 acre. Apply once per week throughout the growing season.
Agricultural Applications:
Apply an average of 1 gallon per acre per week from sowing until harvest.
Fertile soil and biodiversity is important for organic farming. However, normally, sophisticated technology and a long period of time is needed to establish a productive organic farm. By actively using beneficial microorganisms, EM products speeds up this process, makes organic farming easier, and also helps to improve the yield and quality of produce.
Hydroponic Applications:
Add EM-1 as a 3% solution several times per week.
Household Applications:
Mix EM-1 with water at a rate of 1 oz per gallon of water. Water in or spritz onto plants with a bottle sprayer.
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Is EM-1® a fertilizer?
EM-1® is not a fertilizer. It does not contain a significant amount of any plant nutrients. EM-1® does help increase the efficiency of plant nutrient absorption and fertilizer availability to plants. Combined with applications of organic matter, a reduction in fertilizer/nutrient requirements is often a result of using EM-1®.
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Can I use EM-1® to get rid of smells?
Yes! Any surface that can be cleaned with water can be sprayed or soaked with EM-1® (1:10 dilution, 1 oz/gal for light colored fabrics). May take more than one application - may take a few weeks for total removal. Bokashi can be added to litter boxes or cages to control odors as well.
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I got my EM-1® shipment and the bottle is swollen!
This is a result of some extra gas building up in the bottle and is perfectly normal. After all, the product is alive. The bacteria are thriving! We advise you to open the bottle slowly and let the gas blow off slowly, much like one would do with a shaken soda bottle.
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