PLANT NUTRITION. BorreGRO HA-1. An Effective Soil Conditioner for Improved Crop Growth

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1 PLANT NUTRITION BorreGRO HA-1 An Effective Soil Conditioner for Improved Crop Growth

2 The Natural Choice for Increased Crop Growth and Yield BorreGRO HA-1 is a modified potassium humate derived from the plant active portions of lignite ore. It is a patented product designed to provide superior solubility over the entire useful ph range and can be formulated with both basic and acidic fertilizers. As a product from nature, BorreGRO HA-1 meets all the requirements of sustainable agriculture and offers farmers a natural way to improve plant health and productivity. AN EFFECTIVE SOIL CONDITIONER FOR IMPROVED CROP GROWTH BorreGRO HA-1 functions as a complexing agent for soil nutrients and maintains the soil nutrients in forms that are more readily available to the plant. BorreGRO HA-1 is also believed to be a source of metabolizable energy for the soil microbes present in the root zone. In addition, BorreGRO HA-1 will provide a source of added organic carbon, sulfur and potassium, which are necessary requirements for healthy crops, turf and ornamentals. GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.

3 Introducing a Better Way to Nourish Crops... GOOD FOR YOU. PLANT NUTRITION BorreGRO HA-1 An Effective Soil Conditioner for Improved Crop Growth SUPERIOR SOLUBILITY AND MIXING PROPERTIES As both an alkaline and acid soluble potassium humate, BorreGRO HA-1 is truly unique. Unlike other humates, BorreGRO HA-1 completely dissolves and will not precipitate when added directly to most fertilizer, nutrient and tank mix formulations. In comparison to conventional humate products which can cause nozzle plugging problems, BorreGRO HA-1 can be easily applied through fertigation, drip or spray irrigation systems. The product s unique solubility properties prevent the build up of insoluble humic sludges that normally clog lines under low flow. As a formulation component and in tank mixes, BorreGRO HA-1 powder readily dissolves without leaving insoluble clumps. LOW SOLUTION VISCOSITY BorreGRO HA-1 is produced using a proprietary extraction and modification process. This process yields a high humic acid content product with a low solution viscosity. BorreGRO HA-1 can be blended and pumped easily, and it will not gel on storage like some conventional humate products. HIGH ION EXCHANGE CAPACITY BorreGRO HA-1 has excellent stability under various soil ph conditions. It is highly effective for complexing metals and for preparing various micronutrient solutions (7% Zn, 7% Mn, 5% Cu, 5% Fe and 4% Mg).

4 IMPROVED NUTRIENT UPTAKE Good nutrient management, especially of phosphorus, has been shown to be an extremely important factor in crop production. Tests conducted in locations across the USA over several years have shown that BorreGRO HA-1 can complex nutrients, making them more available for uptake by the growing plant. In 2004 and 2005 trials run on potatoes and sweet melons, the levels of phosphorus and other nutrients measured in the petioles of the plants were higher for those plants treated with fertilizer and BorreGRO HA-1 than for those treated with fertilizer alone. WHAT DOES BORREGRO HA-1 DO? Benefits Improves Soil Structure Increases Nutrient Exchange and Retention Stimulates Microbial Growth Improves Nutrient Absorption Stabilizes ph Increases Stress Tolerance Increases Root Development Improves Seed Germination Phosphorus (%) Potato Petiole Analysis - Phosphorus (Percent throughout the Growing Season) Magic Valley, Idaho 2004 Russet Burbanks 06/25/04 HA-1 + Fertilizer 07/01/04 Fertilizer Alone 07/07/04 07/13/04 07/19/04 07/25/04 07/31/04 08/06/04 Improved Nutrient Uptake of Sweet Melons Kettleman City, California 2005 Nutrient N (%) S (%) P (%) K (%) Mg (%) Ca (%) Na (%) Fe (ppm) Al (ppm) Mn (ppm) B (ppm) Cu (ppm) ZN (ppm) Fertilizer Alone

5 INCREASED PRODUCE SIZE & QUANTITY Trials conducted in Idaho, California and Florida on potatoes, sweet melons and tomatoes demonstrated that the addition of BorreGRO HA-1 to standard fertility programs can provide significant increases in both yield and produce size. As illustrated in the figures below, the addition of BorreGRO HA-1 to a standard fertility program leads to a larger percentage of the crop being either of higher quality or larger size, and therefore having fewer culls or smaller fruit. Cwt/Acre Yield Increase (%) Yield and Grade of Potatoes Magic Valley, Idaho 2005 #1 s #2 s Process Percent Increase in Tomato Yields by Grade Bradenton, Florida 2005 (No.1 is the most desirable grade.) #1 s HA-1 + Fertilizer Fertilizer Only #2 s Total #3 s + culls BorreGRO HA-1 BORREGRO HA-1 IN THE ROOT ZONE In the rhizosphere, or root zone of plants, complex interactions are constantly occurring between plant roots and soil microbes. Microbes oxidize the available organic carbon present in the soil and utilize it as an energy source. In turn they convert and transfer nutrients in the soil back to the plants, thereby creating an environment more conducive to strong root growth. Total Yield & Yield by Grade of Sweet Melons Kettleman City, California 2005 (No.5 is the most desirable grade.) vs. Fertilizer Alone Treatment Fertilizer Only Yield (cwt/acre) No.5 No.6 Total

6 INCREASED YIELDS In seventeen trials conducted over a three year period in Texas, Florida, California and Idaho, the addition of BorreGRO HA-1 to standard fertility programs resulted in an average increase in total crop yield of more than 10%. Research for all crops showed consistent crop yield increases when BorreGRO HA-1 was applied along with a standard fertilizer program. Therefore, the effect of BorreGRO HA-1 is not limited to a specific crop, growing region, time period or soil type. WHAT DOES BORREGRO HA-1 DO? When used as part of an overall fertility program, BorreGRO HA-1 can increase: Nutrient Uptake Produce Size and Quality Yields Profits Yield Increase (%) Increased Yields by Crop Type Research conducted by the USDA in Edinburg, Texas. Private researchers used for trials in Florida, California, and Idaho. Corn (4)* Wheat 05 Tomatoes 05 Potatoes (6)* Sugarbeet 04 Sugarcane 02 Soybeans 02 Sorghum 05 Melons 05 * Values in parenthesis are numbers of trials averaged. INCREASED PROFITS Adding BorreGRO HA-1 to a standard fertility program increased profits to the grower by as much as $ per acre, as indicated in the chart below. Gross Profit Per Acre Financial Gain from using BorreGRO HA-1 Crop Corn (4)* Melons Sorghum Soybeans Sugarcane Sugarbeet Potatoes (6)* Tomatoes Wheat Year * Parenthesis are numbers of trials averaged. $ Increase/Acre $36.12 $ $10.25 $93.60 $70.67 $51.06 $ $ $8.16

7 GREENER TURF WITH BORREGRO HA-1 BorreGRO HA-1 has been shown to enhance shoot and root growth in turf. Bentgrass turf treated with BorreGRO HA-1 and fertilizer had significantly higher levels of the elements Fe and Zn than when grown with fertilizer only. This resulted in turf with more chlorophyll. Another trial on Bermuda grass showed good top growth with excellent root growth when treated with BorreGRO HA-1 and fertilizer. Fe, Zn, and Chlorophyll Readings from Bentgrass Treated with Fe (ppm) Zn (ppm) Chorophyll * *Measured with a Chlorophyll meter. BORREGRO HA-1 APPLICATION RATES Crop/ Plants Garden Vegetables & Strawberries Citrus Bananas Vineyard Grapes Corn Olives Tomatoes Potatoes Ornamentals Deciduous Fruit & Nut Trees BorreGRO HA-1 + Fertilizer Powder Application (per acre per treatment) 2 lbs 1-3 lbs 1-3 lbs 1-3 lbs 3 lbs Fertilizer Only Liquid Application (per acre per treatment) 4 quarts 2-6 quarts 2-6 quarts 2-6 quarts 6 quarts Root Length of Turf Grown with Root Depth in Inches At Planting 1 banded, sidedressed or injected in furrow 1 banded, sidedressed or injected in furrow 1 with transplant water 1 banded, sidedressed or injected in furrow 1 with transplant water HA-1 + Fertilizer Treatment(s) Per Year 1 Irrigation Water 5 treatments at equal intervals over growing season 5 treatments at equal intervals over growing season 2 treatments at equal intervals over growing season Fertilizer Only Foliar USE GUIDELINES BorreGRO HA-1 Drip Irrigation Use an addition rate of 3 pounds of powder or 6 quarts of liquid per acre in weekly treatments. Soil Application Use 3 pounds of powder or 6 quarts of liquid per acre to promote adsorption. Foliar Application Use 0.5 pounds of powder or 1 quart of liquid per acre to promote adsorption. BorreGRO HA-1 is a soil amendment, and not a fertilizer. As such, it should always be used as part of a standard fertility program. Always read and follow label instructions when using BorreGRO HA-1. A simple jar test prior to application is recommended to confirm compatibility. The Basics BorreGRO HA-1 is available as a soluble powder or concentrated (20%) liquid. Product labels are available upon request from your LignoTech USA technical sales representative. 1 Always dilute BorreGRO HA-1 with a minimum of 25 gallons of water before using.

8 BORREGAARD LIGNOTECH Borregaard LignoTech is the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of lignin-based products. Our products are environmentally friendly and utilize a natural and renewable source of raw material. We offer a specialty line of products to the Plant Nutrition Market, including irrigation line additives, soil conditioners, micronutrients and chelating agents. Our extensive network of production plants and sales offices will ensure optimal service and product availability to our customers worldwide. TO LEARN MORE: For more information about BorreGRO HA-1, please contact your local sales office at the numbers below or visit us on the web at Borregaard SEA Pte Ltd. 111 C (4th Floor) Telok Ayer Street Singapore Tel: Fax: LignoTech USA, Inc. 721 Route 202/206 Suite #1 Bridgewater, NJ Tel: Fax: Borregaard LignoTech PB 162 N-1701 Sarpsborg Norway Tel: Fax: LignoTech USA, Inc. - All rights reserved. Notice: The statements made here are believed to be true and accurate but because of conditions of use which are beyond our control LignoTech USA does not authorize any agent or representative to make any warranty, guarantee or representation, expressed or implied, concerning this material or the use thereof, except in conformity with the statements on this label. Neither LignoTech USA nor the seller shall be responsible in any manner for any property damage or personal injury resulting from the use of this material not in accordance with directions. The buyer assumes all risk and liability resulting from improper handling, storage or use and accepts and uses this material on these conditions.