Question 1

Is there a risk of HEF burning crops or plants?

Accepted Answer

HEF contains about 28% acetic acid, which means it can burn plant leaves if used in high concentrations. It can be used to knock back weeds before planting, allowing crops to grow and shade out unwanted plants. However, the weed roots are not killed by the acetic acid, so a good strategy for timing and spacing of the crop is essential.

Question 2

What is the application rate?

Accepted Answer

Farmers should refer to the Application Rate chart provided by TNT prior to application.  Please note that HEF is enhanced substantially in the presence of a biological.  If the soils are low in microbes, a second application of 1 quart per acre or additional 1 pint per acre foliar spray is recommended.

Question 3

How frequently should we apply HEF?

Accepted Answer

We generally apply HEF in-furrow once with the seed and then as a foliar spray at 2 to 4-week intervals. Please refer to the application chart for detailed instructions. For alfalfa, apply one quart per acre foliar between cuttings.

Question 4

What is the proper way to mix HEF?

Accepted Answer

Mix HEF with 15 to 30 gallons of water per acre. Refer to the application chart for detailed instructions. If mixing HEF with a biological, use up the tank within 6 to 8 hours as HEF may activate biologicals within that time frame.

Question 5

When should we apply HEF?

Accepted Answer

We generally apply HEF in-furrow with the seed during planting. For foliar application, follow the recommendations on our Application Chart. For alfalfa, apply 1 quart in 15 to 30 gallons of water per acre between cuttings.

Question 6

How is HEF a new and improved fish-based soil amendment?

Accepted Answer

As we all know fish are beneficial to soil health advancement and plant growth… So we are sure you are asking, what makes TNT's Hi-Energy Fish (HEF) an improvement and different than other fish based amendments?
 
HEF is only produced using WHOLE SALTWATER SALMON, not from freshwater fish or from parts of fish.
 
Saltwater fish naturally provides the most completely balanced mineral nutrition possible.

Question 7

How do we make HEF?

Accepted Answer

We create HEF through a year-long, natural fermentation process without adding acids, heat, or digestive enzymes. This ensures all fish, fats, oils, and proteins are preserved. The final product is OMRI Certified and truly organic, containing all the minerals, amino acids, enzymes, and volatile fatty acids (VFA's) from the natural fermentation. HEF pours like water and contains 71% VFA's, providing immediate benefits to soil and plants.

Question 8

What makes VFA's so important?

Accepted Answer

The VFA's in HEF serve as a trigger molecule to initiate the formation of the biofilm. The biofilm is a barrier formed around the root system, or rhizosphere, that protects and supports the microbial community in the soil and plants. One particular VFA is also instrumental in the transportation of oxygen into the root system and throughout the plant. This is critically important to growing healthy plants.
 
Enzymes and amino acids in HEF are up regulating genes for better disease resistance and for improved metabolic efficiencies.

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