Dave de Vries

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Hey @JoeWecker, let's delve into the results shown in the picture. At first glance, it's clear that each treatment has led to different outcomes in root development: Water: This plant serves as our control, showing us what basic hydration can do. The roots are present but relatively modest in length, illustrating that water alone supports life but doesn't maximize growth potential, especially without the aid of soil biology or additional nutrients. Water with Humic Acid: Here, we see the impact of TrueHume 80 from @AgsolCanada Humic acid enhances soil structure, making nutrients more available and promoting microbial activity. However, the roots don't show a significant difference from the water-only treatment in this image, suggesting that while humic acid is beneficial, its full potential might be realized over longer periods or with more established soil biology to break it down into plant-available forms. This highlights the need for biology in the soil to maximize the effects of humic acid, as we discussed, through processes like the rhizophagy cycle. Water with Kelp: The Trikelp from @AgsolCanada has clearly made a difference. The roots are significantly longer and more robust, indicating that kelp isn't just providing nutrients but also a full spectrum of growth enhancers like auxins and cytokinins. This treatment not only feeds the plant but also stimulates the biology within the seed (endophytes) and potentially within the potting soil or medium, leading to enhanced growth. The kelp acts as a catalyst, boosting the plant's natural processes and supporting the soil ecosystem, which is why we see such a pronounced effect in root development. The key takeaway here is recognizing that while water is essential, the addition of humic acid and kelp from @AgsolCanada introduces elements that work with the soil's biology to foster plant growth in different ways. Water alone sustains, humic acid conditions the soil for better nutrient uptake with time, and kelp provides a direct boost to both plant and soil health, showcasing the importance of a holistic, regenerative approach in gardening. #RegenerativeGardening #SoilBiology #AgsolCanadaKelp