- Product Name: Seaweed Extract Fertilizer
- Category: Organic Biostimulant & Plant Growth Promoter
- Form: Dark brown to black powder/ flakes
1. Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark brown to black powder/ flakes |
| Odor | Characteristic marine/seaweed |
| pH (1% solution in water) | 7.5 – 9.5 |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 1.10 – 1.20 g/cm³ |
| Solubility in water | 100% miscible |
| Total Solids | ≥ 38% w/w |
| Seaweed Extract Content | Minimum 12% w/w (dry matter equivalent) |
| Organic Matter (dry basis) | ≥ 40% |
| Alginic Acid | ≥ 3.0% w/w |
| Total Nitrogen (N) | 0.8 – 1.8% w/w |
| Phosphorus (P₂O₅) | 0.3 – 1.2% w/w |
| Potassium (K₂O) | 12 – 16% w/w |
| Cytokinins (as kinetin equivalent) | 60 – 120 ppm |
| Auxins (as IAA equivalent) | 15 – 40 ppm |
| Betaines (glycine betaine) | ≥ 400 ppm |
| Mannitol | ≥ 1.5% w/w |
| Trace Elements (Fe, Zn, Mn, Cu, B, Mo) | Naturally present in organic chelated form |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, Hg, As) | Below detectable limits |
2. Key Active Components
- Polysaccharides (alginates, laminarin, fucoidan)
- Natural plant growth hormones (auxins, cytokinins, gibberellins)
- Amino acids and short peptides (≥ 4% w/w)
- Osmoprotectants (mannitol, betaines)
- Vitamins (B-group, C, E) and phenolic compounds
- Natural marine minerals and chelating agents
3. Benefits & Mode of Action
This balanced 12% seaweed extract offers cost-effective and reliable biostimulant performance suitable for broad-acre and horticultural use:
- Promotes healthy root development and increases nutrient and water absorption capacity of the root zone.
- Enhances chlorophyll formation and photosynthetic efficiency, supporting steady vegetative growth and improved plant stamina.
- Strengthens natural plant defenses, providing moderate to good tolerance against drought, salinity, heat, and cold stress.
- Encourages uniform flowering and fruit set, reduces flower and young fruit drop, and contributes to higher marketable yield and better crop quality.
- Stimulates soil microbial activity and improves soil structure and cation exchange capacity over repeated applications.
- Serves as a natural chelator, improving availability and uptake of macro- and micronutrients from soil and applied fertilizers.
4. Compatibility
Fully compatible with most soluble fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides. Avoid tank-mixing with products of pH > 11 or high free calcium content without prior jar testing.
5. Storage & Shelf Life
- Store in a cool, shaded area (5–30 °C)
- Protect from freezing and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
- Shelf life: 36 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly
- Keep container tightly closed when not in use
6. Packaging
- 500 ml, 1 L, 5 L, 20 L HDPE bottles/drums
- 200 L plastic drums
- 1000 L IBC totes
7. Safety & Handling
- Non-toxic, non-hazardous, fully biodegradable
- Use standard protective equipment (gloves, eyewear) during handling
- Rinse with water in case of skin or eye contact
- Not for human or animal consumption