Ann H. "I have only sprayed twice and I can see such a difference already! Possibly from increasing the microbial activity earlier in the year to the level the organic material will carry. So I put a bit of your EM in the watering can and prayed. hi phil!i was informed mollasses could be used at 5ml per 5 gal totie up chlorine, above you suggest not using too much in the garden due to yeast. As A Fertilizer. Minerals and Molasses. No. Found inside – Page x... 1905 . kinds , molasses of sugar cane , glucose and sucane crop of the Island from those employed by Mr. Geo . ... it is boiled in vessels over a fire a number of additional plants in the sugar dis- and made into " jaggery ” by a ... Found inside – Page 3The use of molasses for feed mixing in the years 1951 , 1952 , and 1953 was evaluated from a survey of 227 firms that ... Mills surveyed were divided into two categories : firms with 1 or 2 plants and firms with 3 or more plants . Science has been reduced to propaganda. Molasses helps to feed the microbes that already exist in the soil. Mar 7, 2010. Microbes, especially the bacteria, love sugar. The problem is most organic people are not scientists who have the time, money, and expertise necessary to pass peer reviewed science. Weed Tea, Fertilizer Tea – No Matter the Name, It Stinks. Microbes are everywhere … no? However, molasses and in particular--Black Strap Unrefined Molasses, has high K which some give towards . hands down the best bang for your buck IS organic blackstrap molasses. Even though it's still early in the season, my plants are responding very well. Found inside – Page 78+ Of the Distillation of Molasses - Spirits . THE spirit distilled from molasses or treacle , is very clean or pure . It is made from common treacle diffolved in water , and fermented in the fame manner as the wash for the common malt ... The problem I find with the evidence proof method is that most gardeners are not scientists, and don’t pass down their methods of growing things by writing a thesis paper, they generally pass on their words of wisdom over the garden fence. For example we no longer use tobacco juice to fight pests – it is just too poisonous. Sometimes, manufacturers add sulphur dioxide to their molasses. By improving the aeration of a poorly drained soil, the production potential of that soil will be improved. Blackstrap molasses is extremely viscous, dense, and often appears in savoury recipes such as baked beans. You claim molasses benefits the plants and yet – not one reference to support that claim. Micro-organisms feed on carbohydrates, but molasses (sugars) is a highly concentrated source of carbohydrate energy, compared to other organic material (such as leaves, still needing decomposition to be used as energy source for bacteria). "Products working out great...several days after applying EM/seaweed, one languishing pumpkin took off so quickly that in all seriousness I did a double take to make sure I got the right plant. I have clearly stated the sugar will feed the microbes short term – which is a short term benefit. per 1000 sq. My prediction is that once the soil has reached a good microbial/organic material balance and overall level and depth, the benefit from the use of molasses will decrease, possibly even disappear. Then you’d save both the money and wasted energy/packaging/emissions from buying products. There is no reason why molasses would be special? Haze Berry "Diana, "The endomycorrhizal fungi that Janice and I got from you last month has been incredibly effective. Using this definition microbes do not sequester carbon. Very interesting arguments for and against the use of molasses. I will do some and post the results. This then enables plants to tap into even more nutrients already present in the soil. Amazing!" Everybody seems to have loved it, on leaves and in the water. Brian, "I want to praise Phil for following up on my recent order, which hadn't arrived yet when he sent me an email. Different product for different purposes. Maintain this concentration throughout the. Kelly, "Thank you for this GREAT info packed website! I’m not attacking ‘organically grown’ – merely pointing out the misconception surrounding the word itself. Royal Bluematic I don’t think anyone knows, but most things in nature are better off without massive changes, and plant roots depend very much on the population of microbes around their roots. New garden – old garden – does not change the facts. Still telling people all about you! Meanwhile. Use 3 to 12 oz. I also use every other method that I “feel” might be close to nature – to hell with what some technologist materialist might want me to spend my time and money on. And those scientists back then were just as sure as the new ones are today. Molasses varies by the amount of sugar, method of extraction, and age of plant. In science we call that a hypothesis. As I said in the posting, there is nothing wrong with adding molasses to the garden. Catherine, "Well it's 2:00pm Aug 30 and I got my order. Anna D. Blackstrap molasses is a great companion to microbial inoculants and organic fertilizers. Found inside – Page 5818However , I am giving the blackstrap molasses for the purpose of making the alcohol . At absolute facts of the matter . The plants which can produce the time they first began to use this product to make alcohol the alcohol are now in ... This is a hot gardening topic these days and many of the organic gardeners are promoting the idea that you should add molasses to your compost pile and to your garden. The ‘blackstrap’ is important because it’s the most nutritious of all types of molasses. Therefore, unlike sugarbeets, sugarcane cannot be stored for later processing without excessive deterioration of the sucrose content. what bought me here was composting. and from the research paper, THE COMPOSITION AND CALORIFIC VALUE OF SIRUPS AND MOLASSES DERIVED FROM SUGAR CANE – total sugar is 60%. Light molasses, also known as “first” or “sweet” molasses, is less rich and lighter in colour than other options. I even had to hammer in a 10 foot stake the other day to keep them upright!" Then, as the flowering stage progresses, you can increase both the dosage and frequency. This acts as a preservative and enhances the shelf-life of the product. Sugar in the soil? Soil quality is not improved in the short term. Molasses (/ m ə ˈ l æ s ɪ z, m oʊ-/) or black treacle (British English) is a viscous substance resulting from refining sugarcane or sugar beets into sugar.Molasses varies by the amount of sugar, method of extraction, and age of plant. I have never heard about molasses controlling nematodes. Bacteria can divide (ie double the population) every 20 minutes. In fact the report does not indicate that any field testing was done. Just 1.3 mL in one liter of water makes a great insecticidal foliar spray that won't harm your plants or any animals that visit your garden. I can't say enough good things about EM." A single application of anything to the soil will not make soil “much” better. checkout newseasons.com not sure if that works but thats the store i get it from locally, look around for bulk but the honey B is a molasses knock off that cost more, sorry. Use compost instead. That’s especially helpful when applying a source of nitrogen such as liquid fish, because the carbon in the sugar balances out the nitrogen, much like we try to do when building a compost pile. This unhealthy competition in the soil will likely kill-off the majority of beneficial bacteria (like fungi and nitrogen-fixing bacteria); who suddenly have to compete with an “explosion” of alcohol producing yeast. Please help me sort this out. -I’m sorry people. The romaine lettuce in my garden is green all over. Now you dump a lot of molasses on the garden. My simple non scientific view would be all about short term gain. Yes–food scraps should go into the compost. Are you a gardener Robert? It is a very versatile product that not only can be consumed by humans and animals, but plants also love it. What we have is a structure of scientism where participants (scientists) fail to recognize that the foundation for their work rests mostly on fundamental assumprions. And as far as using food that could have gone to starving people in gardens; if the garden produces more food it is a net gain. Found inside – Page 389Complete equipments for modern mills of all kinds , molasses stock , and poultry feed plants , plans , specifications , flow sheets , etc. , ' our specialty . Write us without delay . Geo . J. Noth , Mgr . , 9 S. Clinton St. , Chicago ... Is Bokashi Tea (Bokashi Leachate) a Good Fertilizer? No science involved, just good old fashion growing and knowing my plants. I have no firm opinion either way. any improvement in plants life if i added molasses with yeast. I don’t agree that carbon from different sources would have different effects – carbon is carbon. Found inside – Page 147for the extraction of sugar from molasses , but that principally used in this country is known as the Steffens process ... of molasses had been as high when the industry was started in this country as it is now no Steffens plants would ... These are the most common tips for applying molasses to your soil: For every 1,000 square feet, use 1/2 cup liquid molasses. Molasses help in preventing the development of pathogens that can bring harm to cannabis plants. Not sure why people say to use unsulfured molasses. What molasses has 50% sugar and just what do you mean by “sugar”? This thick and dark version offers a much more concentrated source of sugars that will kick the microbial life in your soil into overdrive. If you add more molasses before the first batch is used up you can continue to feed the bacteria explosion. I have healthy new shoots prolifically growing from very sick trees. If you would like to ask specific questions come over to Facebook and start a discussion. The increase in growth and biodiversity have been incredible. A bunch of times now, when I’ve gone to search for how to use one of these things, I am lead to posts on this blog.. It’s probably not what a lot of people want to hear but I’m a skeptic by nature, especially when it comes to trying to “understand mother nature”, So honestly — thanks, it’s hard to come by ANY differing opinions, just a lot of repetition. Royal Critical Automatic During sugar production, these materials are boiled down to produce a thick and viscous substance. It helps plants more effectively uptake organic fertilizers, and helps microbial inoculants more effectively do everything they do. Seems everything is more green, and happened quickly....family noticed too!" Make sure you are using unsulphured blackstrap molasses - molasses which have sulphur dioxide added. I just cannot (for the life of me) imagine how this would help your garden at all. The preservative also acts to kill microbes, which means it will damage beneficial communities within your soil. "Richard, "EM has made a huge difference in my veggie garden. Molasses is often added to compost tea. If scientists are needed to explain what the different forms of molasses are, then we are in sorry mess. But: the carbon in molasses is quickly available, and water soluble, which the carbon in wood chips is not. As the food source runs out there is a massive famine and most of the bacteria die. Well time changes, that’s a fact. First, sugar cane or sugar beets are crushed, and the juice is extracted.The juice is then boiled down to form sugar crystals, which are removed from the liquid. Lets assume the excess CO2 was providing some special benefit. For that, I’m appreciative of the benefit of a couple bucks of the brown stuff. The study found that trees did grow better with the sugar added. Found inside – Page 7It is molasses sprayed on an organic residue carrier like small bits of soy. ... For foliar application on broadleaf plants, use at 1–2 ounces per gallon of water. ... Fertilizers are available in two forms: organic and synthetic. As a once upon a time agricultural entomologist it was common knowledge that sugar was an effective nematode control product. This article looks at the types, benefits, and risks of molasses. You should not add large amounts of wood to soil – but for a different reason. We only have the public guessing and believing one side or the other. I really appreciate your attention to detail, all the info you provided about using the products, and your overall friendly manner. But what else do we have for information? The results showed that sugar beet molasses and Fulvic acid had significant effects on Shoot fresh weight and nutrient uptake compared with control. Add molasses at a rate of 1 to 3 tablespoons to 1 gallon of fertilizer for best results. I compost kitchen & garden scraps inside the bucket and my entire grow bed becomes a living ‘vermiculture’. I am learning so much. It results from a third boil, and as such is far less sweet and much more bitter than others. http://www.irjabs.com/files_site/paperlist/r_2136_140515005418.pdf. There are two major types of carbohydrates, the so-called structural and the non-structural. I am an agricultural scientist and in my seventh decade of life, and never heard of a better joke. I would disagree with “stubborn, hard headed pragmatic type.” They are rarely pragmatic, and most are open to change – they just want some proof. I’d use Coca-Cola in a pinch, but really, there’s another type that is ideal…. Plants are growing right before my eyes it seems so I’m taking photos once a week to compare results." This should kick the mycelium into overdrive and provide more goodies for the plants. Robert I believe firmly in science and the principles of science.- it these are not applied you cannot call the product science. not short term because it is laying down a system to transport nutrients at the very least. They certainly play no role in understanding the topic. "THANK YOU for the unbelievably effective products you offer. Anyway, plants cannot absorb sugars through their roots and the bacteria that feed on sugar and refined carbs are actually damaging to the complex soil microbiota. Check out the techniques below to discover different ways to use molasses in your garden or grow room. thank you very much.My questions are related to how much of the product to use if I am using a 2 gallon backpack sprayer. They were saying that, when there is sufficient anecdotal evidence, it would be smart to do some actual science to genuinely test whether or not the results can be reproduced under controlled conditions. I fertilized once a week and they were still going strong when I pulled most of them the first of Sept.Ron, "I think it is a great thing you do, that's why I bought the products from you....purely to support. 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