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Learn about Humates

Humate – the world’s oldest form of compost

Plants don’t eat fertiliser — they absorb nutrients

Applying fertiliser is only the first step. Plants do not take up a bag of fertiliser as it was applied.

Healthy roots don’t just grow longer — they grow smarter

You can apply the right fertiliser at the right rate, but the plant still needs an effective root system to reach and use those nutrients.

Why Post-Harvest Fulvic Express Matters for Kiwifruit

The kiwifruit harvest is complete, and the bins are full. While it might be tempting to take a break, the post-harvest period is a crucial time for kiwifruit orchard management.

Using AusMate Humates in Tow and Fert Systems: A Guide for NZ Farmers

New Zealand Humates recently had a great catch-up with Charlie from Tow and Fert. We’re excited to share some of the insights we gained about how to use AusMate humates in Tow and Fert systems.

Boosting Pasture Productivity with Fulvic Acid

Soil health is the foundation of productive pastures, and farmers are increasingly looking for sustainable ways to enhance it.

Skyrocket your yields and soil quality

Since 2006, Fred Harvey Director of New Zealand Humates has seen increasing interest from farmers and growers in the organic space looking at humic products to improve soil biology and nutrient uptake.

Fonterra’s Climate Goals 2030 Humates: A Sustainable option for New Zealand Farmers in the Face of Climate Challenges

As stewards of New Zealand’s productive farms, we are keenly aware of the importance of sustainable farming practices, especially in light of the recent announcement by Fonterra regarding their climate ambitions and emission reduction targets.

Tapping into the Potential of Humates: A Practical Guide for Kiwi Farmers

For Kiwi farmers, where agriculture is not just a livelihood but a way of life, the pursuit of sustainable and effective soil management practices is ongoing.

The Fulvic Phenomenon – Other Benefits

Fulvic Acid contains an Auxin-like growth hormone that enhances cell division and elongation.

Improving Urea use with Humic Material

The use of Urea for supplying Nitrogen for plant growth can be expensive as the efficiency is reduced by Ammonia volatilisation by up to 40%.

An Introduction to Fulvic Acid

This far reaching involvement of fulvic acid in all metabolic processes almost makes it seem like a vitamin.

How Fulvic Acid enhances the effect of Glyphosate 360

Fulvic Express Liquid, when mixed in with glyphosate speeds up delivery of the herbicide into the plants root system and stores it.

The Benefits of Mixing Humates and Calcitic / Dolomitic lime

Lime is Calcium Carbonate and Calcitic lime is just Calcium, CaCO3. Dolomitic lime is Calcium and Magnesium, CaMg(Co3)2.
Maize field treated with HuMates

The Top Benefits of Humates

Humates are a key ingredient in boosting soil and stock health, and plant nutrition. Increased production and quality in yields in many areas of agriculture throughout the world have been achieved.