[compost_tea] Re: Fulvic Acid

From: Tim Wilson <thegoodjob_at_hotmail.com>
Date: Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:20:01 -0000

Hi Anthony;

Yes, I agree. The extraction method employed is one reason for skewed resul=
ts in many organic substances, including soil tests.

I did note that a few scientists would argue with the definition given for =
humus in the article.

It does, however clarify the labelling issue which was the reason for the p=
ost. (thank you)

Tim

--- In compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com, "Anthony Quinlan" <boofq_at_...> wrote:
>
> buyer beware on these products!
> this article touches on a key issue with these - degree of activity of HA=
 or FA.
> I am privy to one of very few laboratories in the world that can provide =
an accurate readings.
>
> I have screened virtually every product on the world market with astonish=
ing results.
>
> many products are claiming levels of activities that are just not present=
.
> Just because it is black or brown doesn't mean it contains what is writte=
n on the label.
> Many are estimating levels from inappropriate tests that measure non-humi=
c material.
>
> Fulvic acids are the worst for this also.
> The method of extraction also governs product quality. Too harsh an extra=
ctant will denature the molecules - destroying much of the potential benefi=
ts from these substances.
>
> Merry Christmas
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: -----
> To: compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 3:56 AM
> Subject: Re: [compost_tea] Fulvic Acid
>
>
> Here's a well written article on the reasoning behind label issue=
s on Humics and Fulvics
>
>
> Cheers
>
>
> http://www.bioag.com/images/MY_can_NovDec09_40-44.pdf
>
>
>
> --- On Mon, 12/19/11, gail raby <amberflame_at_...> wrote:
>
>
> From: gail raby <amberflame_at_...>
> Subject: [compost_tea] Fulvic Acid
> To: compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com
> Date: Monday, December 19, 2011, 11:42 AM
>
>
> How do you brew teas in Oregon or California where a product ca=
nnot legally be labeled Fulvic Acid? ...Hugh
>
>
>
>
>
> Hugh is that right?
>
>
> What is the rationale for such a law? So what name is this su=
bstance allowed
> to be called and sold by, if any?
>
>
> Thanks for any info..
> g
>




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