TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Regular price $29.70
Size: 16oz

TCM Consortium Microbes are a microbial inoculant that provides a broad spectrum of microbes including lactic acid bacteria, yeast, and purple non-sulfer bacteria that work together to break down organic matter, cycle nutrients, and suppress harmful pathogens.

For 55 gallon drums and 275 gallon totes, please email tkrause@teraganix.com for quotes.

Estimate delivery times: 3-6 days (United States).

Return within 30 days of purchase.

TeraGanix Soil Amendment 16oz TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment
TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment
Regular price $29.70
TRANSFORM YOUR PLANTS WITH TCM CONSORTIUM MICROBES

Healthier Soil, Tastier Crops, Longer Shelf Life

Get ready for plants and crops that are bursting with flavor and nutrition!

TCM Consortium Microbes are the secret to improving the taste and quality of your fruits and vegetables and to create a healthy soil environment, reducing insect and disease problems. And with continuous use, your soil will improve year after year.

Say goodbye to blight and other soil-borne diseases.

Revitalize Your Soil with TCM Consortium Microbes

Boost microbial activity and nutrient cycling to repair damaged soil and nourish your plants. Say goodbye to compacted soil and hello to improved structure and water absorption. Experience the transformative power of Consortium Microbes today.

  • Promotes healthier root growth
  • Stimulates and maintains overall plant health
  • Enhances nutrient availability for optimal plant growth
  • Fortifies resistance against environmental stressors
  • Naturally loosens compact, clay soils
TRANSFORM YOUR HOUSEHOLD PLANTS

Root Enhancer, Immunity Boost

Your plants deserve the best, and that's what they get with our 100% organic formula. It's like a health fix for your green friends, no harsh chemicals or GMO ingredients. Use it every 2 - 4 weeks when you water without worries. Keep your plants healthy, happy, and root rot-free!

Before & After

Lawn Care

Improved Soil Health:

  • TCM enhances soil structure, aeration, and water retention.  
  • It increases the breakdown of organic matter, releasing nutrients for grass growth.  
  • It fosters a diverse and thriving soil microbiome, which is essential for healthy turf.

Enhanced Nutrient Availability:

  • The microbes in TCM help make nutrients more accessible to grass roots.  
  • This can reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers.

Reduced Thatch:

  • TCM can accelerate the decomposition of thatch, the layer of dead grass and organic matter that can build up on the lawn surface.

Application Method:

  • Use a sprayer to apply the diluted TCM evenly across the lawn.
  • A typical dilution rate is 1:100, for example, you could mix 1-2 ounces of TCM with 1-2 gallons of water.
  • Apply in the early morning or late evening to minimize evaporation.
  • Water the lawn lightly after application to help the TCM penetrate the soil.

Plant Growth

Improved Nutrient Uptake:

  • TCM enhances the availability of essential nutrients in the soil, making them more accessible to plant roots.  
  • Microbes in TCM help break down organic matter and release nutrients in plant-available forms.

Enhanced Root Development:

  • TCM promotes robust root growth, leading to stronger, more resilient plants.  
  • A healthy root system allows plants to absorb more water and nutrients.

Recommended Application:

  • For soil drenching a heavier dilution (1:500) can be used. Pour or spray diluted TCM onto the soil around the base of plants.
  • For foliar applications, a lighter dilution (1:1000) is often preferred. Apply diluted TCM directly to plant leaves using a sprayer.

Soil Health

Improved Soil Structure:

  • TCM promotes the formation of soil aggregates, which improve aeration and water infiltration.
  • This leads to better drainage and reduced soil compaction.

Enhanced Nutrient Cycling:

  • Microbes in TCM break down organic matter, releasing essential nutrients in plant-available forms.  
  • They also help fix nitrogen and solubilize phosphorus, making these vital nutrients more accessible to plants.

Increased Microbial Diversity:

  • TCM introduces a wide range of beneficial microorganisms, creating a balanced and thriving soil ecosystem.  
  • This diversity enhances soil resilience and disease suppression.
  • A healthy soil microbiome can suppress harmful pathogens, reducing the risk of soil-borne diseases.

Recommended Application:

  • A general dilution range is 1:100 to 1:500 (1 part TCM to 100-500 parts water) for soil applications.
  • Apply diluted TCM directly to the soil surface using a watering can or sprayer.
  • Mix diluted TCM into the soil during tilling or planting.
  • Spray diluted TCM onto compost piles to accelerate decomposition and enhance nutrient content.

Water Treatment

Benefits for Water Treatment:

  • TCM helps balance the nutrient levels in water, limiting the food sources that algae thrive on.
  • TCM aids in the breakdown of organic matter and suspended solids, leading to clearer water.
  • By promoting aerobic decomposition, TCM reduces the production of foul-smelling gases like hydrogen sulfide.
  • TCM accelerates the breakdown of organic sludge and sediment at the bottom of water bodies.

Recommended Application:

  • Dilution rates can vary depending on the size and condition of the water body.
    A general guideline is to dilute TCM at a rate of 1:1000 to 1:10,000
  • Pour or spray diluted TCM directly onto the water surface.

Activating TCM Consortium Microbes

All instructions, directions and recommendations of TCM Consortium Microbes are standardized on the process and ratios of:

Activated solution® is ready to use from the 7th day, when the pH of the solution is between 3.2-3.8, or when it has a pleasant bittersweet smell and the color changes from dark brown to orange-brown.

To use, dilute at the rate of 1:100 or 1 oz per 1 gallon of water. Do not apply activated solution undiluted.

Full Activation Guide

APPLICATIONS

Vegetables and Flowers

  • 3 Tbsp to 1 gallon of clean water.
  • Every 1 - 2 weeks.

Fruit Trees and Shrubs

  • 3 Tbsp to 1 gallon of clean water.
  • Every 2 - 4 weeks

Seeds and Seedlings

  • 3 Tbsp to 1 Gallon of clean water.
  • Once Per Week

Lawns and Grass

  • 3 Tbsp to 1 gal of clean water.
  • Every 1 - 4 weeks

Hydroponics Plants (Water)

  • Add 0.8 Tsp to 1 gal of clean water.
  • Once per week

Hydroponic Plants (Substrate)

  • 3-5ml / cup of water
  • Once per week

Indoor Plants

  • 3 Tbsp to 1 gallon of water
  • Every 4 weeks

Description

TCM Consortium Microbes are the perfect product to create a vibrant and diverse garden environment. With a huge array of applications, TCM can help solve many problems in the garden, including pest and disease control and also improve soil fertility and plant health.

Healthy soils require diverse microbial activity to break down organic matter and fertilizer inputs to promote a healthy environment for plants. TCM is a microbial inoculant that provides a broad spectrum of microorganisms, enzymes, vitamins, and various organic acids which are all essential components for healthy soils and plants. They will support the growth of other important components including mycchorrizae, earth worms, and insects already in your soil.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping Information

FedEx and USPS can deliver most items within 3–5 business days.

Return Policies

At TeraGanix, we take great pride in the quality of our products. Upon receipt of your item, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.Within 30 days, you may return your items for a refund of the merchandise value.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 360 reviews.

Customer photo review of TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

This product is amazing! I also use it in my laundry to eliminate all harmful stuff in the machines from other tenants in the apartment building using the same shared laundry room. Thus, the laundry machines are clean and safe from all harmful stuff for me to use! I Love this product! Thank you, Teraganix!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Customer photo review of TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

I use this wonderful product in my laundry! I live in an apartment building and use a shared laundry room. Other tenants use harmful laundry products and when I use this product from Teraganix, it, along with additional products I use to eliminate the other tenants’ harmful laundry products in the machines and the residue from all of them, all the bad stuff is eliminated thus making the laundry machines clean and safe for me! Thank you Teraganix! I Love this product!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Great product, easy to mix and activate. I am waiting to apply it next week.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Awesome, let us know how it goes!

A bit confused.... product has changed and is a different formulation. I didn't see anything regarding the move away from the original microbial product. Why the change?

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Jeffrey, we transitioned suppliers in March and are now working with the official patent holder for this formulation. Same usage and application rates.. same performance. The microbial consortium is various strains of lactobacillus, phototropic bacteria (purple non sulfur) and yeast. Hit us with any questions at info@teraganix.com, happy to work with you directly on best application rates etc. Talk soon, Matt at TeraGanix

Customer photo review of TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Using TCM, as an organic gardener, has changed the game tremendously! Seeing great results in plant growth, vigor, and overall health. It seems to reduce pest pressure on the plants as well!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Customer photo review of TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

I’m excited to put it on my milo to see how it does. I have a 30 acre milo field I split in two. Half of the field I Y dropped 32% and sulfur the other half I used the tcm and urea.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Heck yeah Joseph we are stoked to see the side by side results!

I use this product in all aspects of my daily life. It is an excellent product.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: So glad to hear it Austin! Thanks for the review 🙏

First, I am so impressed with the customer service. I had a problem of gummosis on one of my Apricot trees and the team advised me on the dose and frequency to use. The gummosis disappeared in a few days and I haven't seen it since. I've used the product on my garden and small orchard for the past 2 years and so far so good!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thank you for the kind words James! Glad you were able to get that gummosis sorted :)

I bought the kit a few years ago, that black strap molasses lasts forever. I just bought this to use in my garden this year. I don’t need the whole gallon jug.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thanks for the review Paul, happy growing this year!

Works well with brown spots

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Glad to hear it's doing the job! Thanks for the review Barry

Customer photo review of TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Terraganix in action everytime after a rain.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Lovely picture, thanks for the review Braxron!

I love the idea of helping my grapevines and my fruit trees be at their healthiest point, and therefore be able to fight off diseases and produce maximal fruit. I have great hopes that the fruit will be the best possible. Thank you.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thank you for the review Timothy, happy growing!

I have used EM 1 to help me raise day old chicks. The idea is to add effective microorganisms to their guts while they still live in the brooder. Adding some bokashi to the litter and some EM1 directly to the water are the ways I have used it to promote gut health.

EM•1® Microbial Inoculant Soil Amendment

Way better than Hydrogen peroxide, filing, or etching seeds! Two days after soaking for 24 hours in 1/100 ratio mixture of non-chlorinated water = 2"-3" roots via paper towel in a sealed container kept between 60-70°F.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Customer photo review of EM•1® Microbial Inoculant Soil Amendment

Organic soybeans 2025 put 3 gallons activated EM-1 in furrow at planting, and 3 gallons on at pollination with the irrigation. Only other nutrients applied were 2 tons hi-calcium lime and plowed down a healthy cover crop blend. The organic beans averaged 56 bushels to the acre, 30 inch rows.

EM•1® Microbial Inoculant Soil Amendment

WONDERFUL product!! The positive change in plants, their production, the quality of produce is very telling!! I order extra and give to gardening friends!

EM•1® Microbial Inoculant Soil Amendment

Perfect for getting odors out of laundry! Minus one star for price.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thanks for the review Kristina! - Kris

im scared to promote it cause farmers will bypass me n make it themselves then i worked for free farmers n my area need nitro boost on there wheat

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Haha thanks for the 5 stars, Elston - Kris

On the plants, I can't truly say I can see a difference. But in the chicken coop, my nose knows a difference.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Glad to hear it's helping with odor control! - Kris

Works great

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Awesome, thanks for the note Olajumoke. How are you using it right now?

The product i purchased the, Micronutrient concentrate, is AWESOME AND THE BEST PRODUCT for Ive ever used!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Tami thanks for the note and review. How are you using it right now?

My first year at our community garden we inoculated the beds each season we turned over crops and amended soil. What a great growing year - no disease, strong plants and high yield. The next two years I got busy and just forgot - results have been pretty dismal. Community gardens tend to be germy if left to fight for themselves as gardeners can be hit-and-miss with maintenance. This weekend we will inoculate before planting for fall/winter.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Carolyn, thanks for the note and feedback here. Interesting to hear your year over year experiences and feedback. Nice to know the microbes are having an impact for you guys :) let us know if you ever need anything! - Matt at TeraGanix

Foliar applied it with fish hydrolysate and molasses. Seems to have stopped white mold from spreading in my beans!

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Rye, this is really cool feedback. Very interested to hear and learn more. Let me know if you are able to connect and chat. Can also email info@teraganix.com and we can sync. Thanks, talk soon Matt at TeraGanix

I gave the 4 star because the instructions are terrible! I have a 25x25 vegetable garden and I do not understand how to apply it. Please let me know, that would help a lot! Thanks

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Cathleen, thanks for writing in here. No worries we got you on application notes. Application Rate and Dilution A standard rate for garden soil is 2 to 5 fluid ounces of EM-1 per 100 square feet. For your 625 sq ft garden, this means you will need: Low Dose: 12.5 fluid ounces of EM-1. High Dose: 31.25 fluid ounces of EM-1. You should dilute this amount of EM-1 in enough unchlorinated water to ensure you get even coverage over the entire garden. A good rule of thumb is to dilute the EM-1 in enough water to thoroughly moisten the soil without creating runoff. Method and Frequency Method: Use a watering can or sprayer to apply the diluted solution evenly over the soil surface. Ensure it soaks into the top layer of soil. Frequency: For a new garden or one needing revitalization, apply every 1 to 2 weeks initially. Once the soil health improves, you can switch to a maintenance schedule of every 2 to 4 weeks. Timing: Always apply in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are mild. This protects the beneficial microbes from direct sunlight and heat.

This product has become an essential additive to our drinking water as it will clear most chemicals that are commonly found in tap water.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thanks for sharing Stephanie :)

The product is effective. Just wish it came in a bigger bottle.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hey Trever, how big and how much do you need! We got you covered. Send an email to info@teraganix and let us know

Something didn’t work when I tried to make a bokashi mix. Didn’t ferment, but I shall try again soon. Looking forward to it working.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hi Kay, thanks for the notes here. Happy to help you troubleshoot. Shoot me an email to matt@teraganix.com

Waiting on seeing if it helps with blight !

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Thanks Edward, report back!! Cheers to a healthy growing season

I used with my beans and they did not even germinate. I’ve also had less than desirable results with my tomatoes that i used your product. I don’t know why but it not working for me.

TCM Microbial Inoculant & Soil Amendment

Store owner replied: Hi Debbie, bummed to hear we're not getting the desired results here. Please feel free to send me an email at matt@teraganix.com and I'm happy to help you troubleshoot and offer any guidance or recommendations. Talk soon

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