Humates work wonders in the soil. Humic and fulvic acids stimulate the fine root production of crops and enhances the release of a rich mixture of carbon-based root exudates. When these excessive fine roots die, they are consumed by microbes. This boosts beneficial microbial populations and adds carbon to the soil. By indirectly stimulating the microbes, humic substances create a favorable environment for the soil to heal, nourish, and thrive continuously.
Humates play a major role in improving soil structure, boosting soil fertility, and promoting better aeration and water-holding capacities. Excessive use of tillage, synthetic chemicals and monocropping destroys microbial ecosystems and damages soil structure and texture. Applying humic substances can reverse these negative effects.
Additionally, humates increase soil porosity, making it easier for roots to penetrate the soil and access air, water, and nutrients. This enhances water infiltration and helps break up compacted or clustered soil. By creating a hospitable environment for plant roots and beneficial microbes, humic substances lay the foundation for better yields and sustainable agriculture.
