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December 13, 2021
Case Study: Use of ACF-SR on Grapes
Ground application • 24 rows of Pinot Noir • April 23 – ACF application on 8 rows of Riesling • June 8 – second ACF ground application on same rows Air blast application • June 15 – First ACF air blast application on Riesling • July 5 – Second ACF air blast application on Riesling…
December 13, 2021
Winery & Vineyard Field Study Results
Simcoe Vineyard, Simcoe, ON • Application: ACF-SR • First application: Applied at bud swell • Second application: Applied at mid-bloom • Client Review: “The quality of fruit was larger than our average and an increase of 2 points in Brix level. Colour was noticeably darker and there was also a lower volative acidity rate with…
June 28, 2021
Increased Root Fibers on Tobacco & Pepper plants in Norfolk County, ON using biologicals
Norfolk County farmers are seeing great success with 100% Organic live bacteria applications on both Tobacco and Pepper plants. Both trials have 1 application at planting 2.5gal/ac, and show a larger, healthier-looking plant with more root fibers. Tobacco – left control, right treated ACF-SR. Pepper – left control, right treated with ACF-SR.
June 5, 2021
Soil Health for Potato Producer
Windiana Farms is a family-owned farm in southern Alberta, committed to growing quality crops – potatoes, cereals and forage. It was started by Mike & Cathy Wind in 1989 when Mike left a successful partnership to venture out on his own. Starting with a small land base and potato contract, through much hard work and…
May 19, 2021
Third-generation farmer on his first experience with biologicals
Dwayne Durie, a third-generation farmer in Lavoy, AB talks about the results he’s seen using ACF-SR biologicals on his farm – tremendous root growth, advancement in staging, and standability of the crop. The left side of the field had 2 gallons of ACF-SR foliar-applied and was significantly ahead of the control side. The line in…
May 18, 2021
Fungi vs. Bacteria
We always get questions like: “How does ACF-SR differ from fungi based products?” Or, “my soil is bacteria dominant, and low in fungi populations. Why would I need more bacteria?” Fungi and bacteria are both very important for overall soil health. Both need each other, but there are significant differences between the two. By…
May 18, 2021
How to unlock phosphorus in your soil
Across the board, fertilizer prices are higher in 2021. While nitrogen often gets the most attention, phosphorus prices are up the most. While fertilizer prices are higher, it’s important to remember the context. Prices are up from historic lows and, for the most part, remain well below the levels of 2011-2014. The exception, however, is…
May 18, 2021
Supplement your transplant water with live-brewed ACF-SR™ bacteria for rapid, healthy root development
Brewed in Norfolk County, ON., this function-focused bacteria enhances soil and plant health, resulting in increased yields and profits. Growers are looking to biologicals like ACF-SR™ to break down crop residue, improve soil health and ramp up nutrient cycles. These living microorganisms can be added to transplant water. Growers at Norland Potato completed a trial…
February 22, 2021
CASE STUDY: Dry Pasture Application, Delar Cattle & Quarter Horses
This dry pasture application, from our partners at AdvancedAg, illustrates how ACF-SR can assist with germination, improving root systems and result in a healthier pasture for cattle and horses. “My pasture is located in an area that receives very little moisture (only 4-1/10″ in 2019) and for the past 25 years I have tried endless…
January 13, 2021
“It responds so well in our soil.” – Hal Reid, Head Agronomist at Independent Crop Inputs
Hal Reid, Head Agronomist at Independent Crop Inputs, sits down with Advanced Ag to talk about his first experience with ACF-SR, and why he believes biologicals will play a big role with growers in the agricultural industry in the future.
November 19, 2020
For Water
Our ComboPack Treatment program consists of a 2-part, multi purpose biological kit. Each kit includes 1 gallon of ultra-concentrated liquid bacteria for fast acting results (PondPerfect), plus one slow-release, powder-based biodegradable EcoSock for long-lasting protection. Using ComboPacks will restore large ponds and dugouts to a healthy, balanced state. This all natural product is odourless, and…
November 6, 2020
2020 Ontario Highlights
Fernwood Farms & Market Stayner, ON Application Rate: 2 gallons / acre Application Date: May 24, 2020 Characteristics: Berries were larger and darker in colour. Brix levels were consistent throughout treated rows. Client review: “Pretty awesome! Would like to setup in trickle irrigation.” Ontario Organic Certified Cabbage Halton Region, ON TREATED UNTREATED Application Rate: 2 gallons…
November 6, 2020
Technical Discussion
ACF-SR delivers a broad spectrum of function-focused, beneficial soil bacteria, including difficult to stabilize, non-sulfur photosynthetic species.There are 3 types of microorganisms in our microbial blends: Photosynthetic bacteria supply energy from light, fix nitrogen and carbon, degrade toxic chemicals, and supply organic carbon to plants for growth. These bacteria improve the efficiency and effectiveness of CO2 fixation Vegetative strains improve the…
May 28, 2020
Hay Trials: Norfolk County Hay Field After 3 Weeks
May 27, 2020 – Aerial footage of a hay field in Norfolk County, ON shows healthier crops on sections treated with ACF-SR after only 3 weeks. No other treatments were applied to achieve these results. ACF-SR is a 100% organic, bio-safe live bacteria application. In addition to producing healthier hay crops, the beneficial microbes and…
May 25, 2020
Tee Deck Case Study: Grandview Golf Club – The Inn Course, Huntsville, ON
May 25, 2020 – In a short period of just 11 days, an application of ACF-SR on the troubled tee blocks at Grandview Golf Club in Huntsville, ON, has delivered noticeable results. The beneficial bacteria was live brewed and applied at a rate of 3 gallons per acre. No other treatments were applied to achieve…
April 20, 2020
Bringing Life Back to Canadian Soil: The #bringbackoursoil Campaign
Researchers have been uncovering how microbes and bacteria in the soil effect our health – how the organisms in soil program how our bodies respond to allergens and regulate our immune systems. We know the overuse of fertilizers and pesticides have damaged the bacterial populations in the soil, but is too late to bring life…
April 13, 2020
Introducing Velocity Green: At Home
After a ton of inquiries, we are beyond excited to announce Velocity Green: At Home! Canadians now have a new choice – a healthier choice – when it comes to lawn & garden care.
March 24, 2020
Velocity Green Outlines Response Actions to COVID-19 and Reinforces its Commitment to Canada’s Agriculture Sector
Norfolk County, ON – March 23rd, 2020 – As Velocity Green responds to COVID-19, the health and safety of our team and customers remains our top priority. As a supplier to the Ontario and Eastern Canada agriculture sector, we’re committed to being there when our customers and colleagues need us most. Here’s how we’re responding:…
January 18, 2020
Farmers are still harvesting corn and soybeans in Ontario after late planting season
The Windstor Star recently reported on record crop insurance payouts to corn and soybean farers following the wet spring in 2019. The article references Ben Rosser, a corn specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, who said in some areas including Lambton County and the Niagara region, farmers are just starting to…
January 18, 2020
New Research from Penn State indicates Dollar Spot becoming increasingly resistant to Fungicides
Science Daily reported findings from Penn State University researchers that show Dollar spot – a disease that proves to be an ongoing challenge for North American Golf Course managers – is becoming resistant to fungicides being used to control it. Golf courses spend thousands of dollars on several applications per year, but the repeated applications “act as…
January 17, 2020
Advances in Eco-Efficient Agriculture: The Plant-Soil Mycobiome
In order to achieve a desirable ecological and sustainable agriculture a thorough understanding of the plant-soil mycobiome is imperative. Commercial industrial agriculture alters greenhouse gas emissions, promotes loss of plant and soil biodiversity, increases pollution by raising atmospheric CO2, and releases pesticides, thus affecting both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Diversified farming systems, including perennial cultivated…
January 16, 2020
Effects of Bacteria on the Yield and Quality of Spring Barley
Barley (Hordeum Vulgare L.) is one of the most important food crops produced in the world. It assumes the fourth position in total cereal production in the world after wheat, rice and maize [1]. Despite, the importance of barely and its many useful characteristics, several factors are affecting its production. The most important factors that…