Product Name: Seaweed Extract Liquid Fertilizer 18% (Ultra-Concentrated Ascophyllum nodosum)
1. General Information
- Product Type: Ultra-high-potency marine biostimulant & organic fertilizer
- Raw Material: 100% wild-harvested Ascophyllum nodosum from pristine North Atlantic waters (Norway, Iceland, Canada)
- Extraction Method: Proprietary low-temperature, high-pressure cell-burst + multi-stage alkaline extraction followed by microfiltration (zero chemical solvents)
- Active Substance: Total seaweed solids ≥ 18% (w/v)
- Form: Dense black viscous liquid
- Odor: Intense natural marine seaweed aroma
2. Product Description
Top-tier, ultra-concentrated seaweed extract representing the highest commercially available strength from Ascophyllum nodosum. Advanced extraction technology preserves maximum levels of natural plant hormones (cytokinins, auxins, gibberellins, brassinosteroids), osmoprotectants (betaines, mannitol), polysaccharides (alginic acid, laminarin, fucoidan), and chelated trace elements. This elite product delivers exceptional root stimulation, abiotic stress protection, nutrient efficiency, and dramatic improvements in crop quality and marketable yield. Designed for professional growers, greenhouse production, hydroponics, and certified organic farming.
3. Guaranteed Chemical Composition (Typical Analysis)
| Parameter | Specification | Typical Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Seaweed Solids | ≥ 18% (w/v) | 18.0–19.5% |
| Alginic Acid | ≥ 4.5% | 5.0–6.5% |
| Organic Matter | ≥ 50% | 55–62% |
| Total Nitrogen (N) | 1.2–3.0% | 1.8–2.5% |
| Phosphorus (P₂O₅) | 0.3–1.2% | 0.6–1.0% |
| Potassium (K₂O) | 4.0–7.0% | 5.5–6.8% |
| Mannitol | ≥ 1.5% | 1.8–2.5% |
| Total Natural Cytokinins + Gibberellins + Auxins | ≥ 1000 ppm | 1200–1800 ppm |
| Glycine Betaine | ≥ 500 ppm | 600–900 ppm |
| Laminarin + Fucoidan | ≥ 2.0% | 2.5–3.5% |
| pH (as is) | 8.8–10.8 | 9.5–10.5 |
| Density (20 °C) | 1.22–1.32 g/cm³ | 1.26–1.29 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | 100% water soluble | Complete |
4. Key Bioactive Components
- Plant hormones: trans-zeatin, zeatin riboside, IAA, IBA, GA₃, brassinosteroids
- Stress protectants: glycine betaine, mannitol, proline-rich peptides
- Polysaccharides: high-molecular alginic acid, laminarin, fucoidan, ulvan
- Naturally chelated micronutrients: I (150–300 ppm), Fe, Zn, Mn, Cu, B, Mo
5. Physical Properties
- Appearance: Dense black-brown, almost opaque viscous liquid
- Odor: Very strong characteristic seaweed scent
- Viscosity: 500–1200 cP (20 °C)
- Storage Stability: ≥ 48 months in sealed container
6. Functions and Benefits
- Explosive root system development and fine-root proliferation
- Outstanding protection against drought, extreme temperatures, salinity, and heavy metal stress
- Dramatically improves uptake and translocation of Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, and other nutrients
- Maximizes chlorophyll content, photosynthetic rate, and carbon assimilation
- Increases flower retention, fruit set, size, weight, color intensity, sugar content, and flavor
- Strongly reduces physiological disorders (blossom-end rot, cracking, bitter pit, tip burn)
- Enhances natural defense mechanisms and suppresses soil-borne pathogens
- Significantly extends post-harvest shelf life and storage quality
7. Recommended Application Rates
| Crop / Application | Foliar Spray (dilution) | Fertigation / Soil Drench | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Vegetables & Berries | 1:1200–1:2500 | 6–15 L/ha | Every 7–12 days |
| High-Value Fruits (citrus, apple, grape, kiwi) | 1:1500–1:3000 | 12–30 L/ha | 6–10 times per season |
| Greenhouse / Hydroponics | 0.2–0.8 mL/L | Continuous low dose | Weekly |
| Field Crops & Broad-Acre | 1:1200–1:2000 | 20–50 L/ha | 3–6 applications |
| Turf & Ornamentals | 1:2000–1:4000 | 8–20 L/ha | Every 10–20 days |
| Critical Stress Recovery | 1:800–1:1200 | — | Immediate + 7 days later |
8. Compatibility
Compatible with most fertilizers and agrochemicals. Avoid simultaneous mixing with strong acids (pH < 4), high-calcium products, or copper-based fungicides at high rates (precipitation risk). Jar test mandatory for new combinations.
9. Packaging
1 L, 5 L, 20 L HDPE bottles; 200 L drums; 1000 L IBC totes
10. Storage and Handling
- Store in cool (5–30 °C), dark, well-ventilated area.
- Natural sedimentation may occur — shake vigorously before use.
- Protect from freezing.
- Non-toxic, non-flammable, fully biodegradable.