Humic Acid 98%

That's a very specific product! Humic Acid 98%, often marketed as Super Potassium Humate 98%, is a highly concentrated organic substance widely used as a soil conditioner and plant growth stimulant in agriculture and gardening.¹

The "98%" typically refers to its high concentration of active humic substances (which usually include a blend of Humic Acid and Fulvic Acid, and Potassium).²

Here is a breakdown of what it is, its benefits, and how it is typically used:

Key Information and Composition

• Source: It is derived from the decomposition of organic matter, often from natural sources like leonardite (a soft, wax-like mineraloid coal).

• Appearance: It is commonly sold as shiny, black flakes, granules, or powder.³

• Solubility: Most high-quality products are 100% water-soluble (or nearly so), making them ideal for modern irrigation methods.⁴

• Organic: It is considered an eco-friendly and organic product for sustainable agriculture.⁵

Benefits for Soil and Plants

The primary function of Humic Acid 98% is to improve the soil and enhance nutrient availability for plants.⁶

For Soil

• Improves Structure: It helps to loosen compacted (clay) soils and increases the water-holding capacity of light, sandy soils.⁷

• Nutrient Retention: It significantly increases the soil's Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC), which means the soil can hold onto essential nutrients (like Phosphorus, Iron, Manganese, and Zinc) and prevent them from leaching away.⁸

• pH Buffering: It can help to balance the soil's pH, making it more suitable for crop growth, especially in alkaline soils.⁹

• Microbial Activity: It stimulates the growth and activity of beneficial soil microorganisms, which are vital for healthy soil.¹⁰

For Plants

• Root Development: It acts as an excellent root stimulator, promoting the rapid development and elongation of white roots (the primary absorbing roots).¹¹

• Nutrient Uptake: It acts as a natural chelating agent, making micronutrients more readily available and easier for the plant roots to absorb.¹²

• Plant Vigor: It boosts chlorophyll content, which enhances the process of photosynthesis, leading to greener, healthier, and more productive plants.¹³

• Stress Tolerance: It helps plants cope better with environmental stresses like drought, heat, and transplant shock.¹⁴

• Yield Increase: By improving overall plant health and nutrient efficiency, it ultimately leads to increased crop yield and quality.¹⁵

Application Methods and Dosage

Humic Acid 98% is highly versatile and can be applied in several ways, but always mix well with water before use.