Huma Agriculture Case Studies
Since 1973, Huma has been testing its soil, nutrient and crop protection products in the field. Our team continues to conduct field trials, case studies and third-party research studies to formulate and offer the most effective crop and soil health products with our Micro Carbon Technology®.
Click on the links below to view the latest reports and case studies. Check back as we keep posting new information throughout the year.
Huma® Improves Alfalfa Quality In the Southwest
Background All Huma® Inc. products are based on extractions of humic substances and other materials that can stimulate plant growth and improve crop quality. Objective The objective of this field trial was to evaluate the efficacy of applying Huma® products, specifically Encapsalt®, Super Phos®, Max Pak®, 44 Mag,® Vitol®, Super Nitro®, Breakout®, Fertil Soil®, Iro-Max®,...
Huma® Improves Alfalfa Soil Biology In the Southwest
Background Industrial agriculture can degrade soil quality for crops by altering the total living microbial biomass of soil. Many practices and beneficial ag products have been introduced to the market to improve soil quality. Some of these products are humic substance-based products. Objective The objective of this trial was to evaluate the efficacy of applying...
Huma® Organic 1-3 mm Dry Humate vs Biochar in Soybeans, With ROI of 4:1
Background Humates are used as soil amendments that have shown to improve crop production. The usage of biochar as a soil amendment has gained traction and has also shown to increase crop yield. Objectives The aim of this study was to test how preplant soil application of organic (OMRI-Listed) humates (Huma® OM 1-3mm) and biochar...
Huma® Breakout® Improves Blueberries Yield in Northwest, With Increased Yield and ROI of 7:1
Background Oregon is one of the top blueberry producing states. Increasing blueberry production in an economical way with a high return on investment will significantly benefit blueberry growers. Breakout®, a yield-enhancing product, has increased the yield of fruit producing crops such as tomatoes. Objectives This field study aimed to test the effects of Huma® Breakout®on...
Huma® OM Liquid HA 16 With Micro Carbon Technology® Improves Spring Wheat Yield With 60% Increased ROI
Background Humic substances have been shown to improve crop yield. Solid and liquid forms of humic substances with high levels of organic acids can be produced by incorporating Micro Carbon Technology®. Some are suitable for conventional and others for organic farming. Huma® OM Liquid HA 16, OMRI-Listed for organic farming, is a liquid form of...
Huma® Promax® and Zap® Decrease Charcoal Rot in Florida Strawberry, With Increased Yield and ROI of 10:1
Background Charcoal rot, caused by the soil-borne pathogen Macrophomina phaseolina, can be a significant threat to strawberry production. Two Huma® products, Promax® and Zap®, had previously been shown to be successful in managing soil-borne diseases in strawberries. Objectives The primary objectives of this study were to assess the efficacy of Promax® and Zap® in reducing...
Huma® Fertilizer Program Improves Potato Yield by 5%, With 200% ROI
Background Huma® liquid fertilizer programs with Micro Carbon Technology® provide growers with efficient crop nutrients via foliar spray or irrigation at the exact time crops need them. Precision timing of efficient nutrition provides better crop yield and quality. Objective The focus of this study was to assess how the efficient Huma® nutritional products affect potato...
X-Tend® B With Micro Carbon Technology® Improves Barley Yield and Net Income: Year 3
Background Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer (EEF) additives can improve crop production. Humates have been shown to improve crop yield. The Huma® EEF additive X-Tend® B is a concentrated Micro Carbon Technology® product derived from humates with high levels of organic acids and nutrients that is formulated to be blended in liquid fertilizers or to be impregnated...
Huma® and Zia Pueblo Farm Corn Project
Background Many small-scale farms (1-2 acres each) are established in Zia Pueblo community near San Ysidro, New Mexico. Huma® Inc. was asked to establish an experimental farm in the tribal community that could demonstrate the usage of beneficial agricultural inputs producing high-yield crop and preserving the health of the soil. Huma® humic-based products stimulate plant...
Huma® OM 1-3 mm Organic Humates Improve Potato Yield by 9%, With 5:1 ROI
Background Scientific research shows that humic and fulvic acids are biostimulants—enhancing nutrient availability and uptake, improving plant root growth and mass, and impacting both crop yield and quality. Objective The focus of this study was to assess the effect of pre-plant application of a raw humic product on potato yield. Materials & Methods One week...
Huma® Zap® Improves Corn Yield by 8.3 bu/A, With 10% ROI
Background Application of Zap® to soils in combination with other Huma® fertilizers at various locations previously resulted in crops with improved plant growth and higher yields. Applying Zap® with grower standard products or as a single product application to soil and plants could also impact results. Objective The focus of this study was to observe...
Huma® OM Soil Activator Increases Corn Yield 19%, With 240% ROI
Background In an earlier in-house research project, it was observed that OM Soil Activator (formerly known as Fertilgold® Soil) caused plants to grow better and improve soil characteristics. The product was then released for field trial status. Objective The focus of this study was to observe if Huma® OM Soil Activator, an OMRI-Listed product for...
