usda organic improvements for 2012
get copy of their organic certificate if i buy wholesale
ground application (must have morales give seed reciepts, potting soil save a cutting of the bag)
brand name, manufacurer, product name, omri listed, save cutting of the bag
questions
cost share? - call wsda to confirm about 75% of 200
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Monday, February 28, 2011
Subject: RE: Use of Symbex/Symbooster
From: "Delaney, Renee (AGR)"
Date: February 28, 2011 10:09:09 AM PST
To: "Hackett, Michael (AGR)", "Carolyn Goodrich"
Subject: RE: Use of Symbex/Symbooster
Hi Carolyn and Aaron,
The reason that OMRI advises as such is that these products contain
micronutrients. National Organic Standards 205.601 (list of synthetic
substances allowed for use in organic production) states in section J
that as plant or soil amendments, (6) micronutrients are allowed (except
as defoliant, herbicides or desiccants) in cases where a soil deficiency
is documented by testing. Without a deficiency noted, the use of
synthetic micronutrients is not allowed.
Let me know if you have additional questions.
Sincerely,
Renee A. Delaney
Organic Certification Specialist
WSDA Organic Food Program
_____________________________________________________
To: Hackett, Michael (AGR)
Subject: Use of Symbex/Symbooster
Hi Michael - I'm interning with Aaron Luke on Aslan's How Organics in
Bow, WA. (Producer #2509)
Our soil fertility expert recommended that we apply Symbex4X and
Symbooster10X, an Agro-K synthetic microbial product which is OMRI
listed. OMRI advises that use should be restricted to cases where there
is a soil deficiency. Our microbial counts were about in the middle
range, rater than being deficient, however we were hoping to boost our
microbial count as part of our long term soil fertility plan. Can you
advise how best to proceed?
Thanks so much for your help!
Carolyn Goodrich & Aaron Luke
Date: February 28, 2011 10:09:09 AM PST
To: "Hackett, Michael (AGR)"
Subject: RE: Use of Symbex/Symbooster
Hi Carolyn and Aaron,
The reason that OMRI advises as such is that these products contain
micronutrients. National Organic Standards 205.601 (list of synthetic
substances allowed for use in organic production) states in section J
that as plant or soil amendments, (6) micronutrients are allowed (except
as defoliant, herbicides or desiccants) in cases where a soil deficiency
is documented by testing. Without a deficiency noted, the use of
synthetic micronutrients is not allowed.
Let me know if you have additional questions.
Sincerely,
Renee A. Delaney
Organic Certification Specialist
WSDA Organic Food Program
_____________________________________________________
To: Hackett, Michael (AGR)
Subject: Use of Symbex/Symbooster
Hi Michael - I'm interning with Aaron Luke on Aslan's How Organics in
Bow, WA. (Producer #2509)
Our soil fertility expert recommended that we apply Symbex4X and
Symbooster10X, an Agro-K synthetic microbial product which is OMRI
listed. OMRI advises that use should be restricted to cases where there
is a soil deficiency. Our microbial counts were about in the middle
range, rater than being deficient, however we were hoping to boost our
microbial count as part of our long term soil fertility plan. Can you
advise how best to proceed?
Thanks so much for your help!
Carolyn Goodrich & Aaron Luke
Sunday, February 6, 2011
wsda eggs laws and seaweed foliar (research by carolyn)
I. labeling for wsda approved egg cartons
a. name and address of producer
b. size (based on weight of a dozen eggs)
aslans how is large
c. grade (aa, a, or b) has to do with the shell condition as well as the air cell between
the shell and the membrane. aa has 1/8", a has 3/16" space between the membrane
of the yolk and the shell. You can see it if you shine a light through your egg.
d. have wsda seal
e. must say 'keep refrigerated' in 1/8" labeling
f. keep refrigerated at 45 deg F or below
II. seaweed folier
a. the irish used it every day
b. pot growers speak highly of it via hydroponics
c. Chop up the weed and half fill a 2 gallon (10 liter) bucket which is topped up with water. Loosely cover and let ferment for a few weeks. Strain and dilute about 20 times. It is more effective if you are able to collect samples of different seaweeds, especially if they have different colors and so a different mix of elements.
Collect about 2 to 3 pounds of seaweed from your local beach. . Rinse the seaweed well with water. This helps in removing the extra salt from the seaweed, which may harm your plants. You could soak the seaweed in water for some time. Now, place the seaweed in a glass container and add water to it, twice the amount of seaweed. Cover the container with a lid and leave it undisturbed for 2 to 3 months. Wait till the water turns brackish brown, which is an indication of disintegration of seaweed. Your organic seaweed fertilizer is ready for use. Mix it with equal amount of fresh water and apply while watering, every one to two weeks. (!)
d. The Bottom Line
• Seaweed extracts contain plant growth regulators which, like traditional rooting products, can stimulate root growth in cuttings and transplants
• Seaweed extracts have no reliable effect on plant production or resistance to disease and environmental stress, especially in field conditions
• Variations in plant materials and environmental conditions are greater determinants of plant health than applications of seaweed extract
• Seaweed extracts for landscape use represent a poor use of natural resources, especially those from environmentally sensitive coastal ecosystems
For more information, please visit Dr. Chalker-Scott’s web page at http://www.theinformedgardener.com.
a. name and address of producer
b. size (based on weight of a dozen eggs)
aslans how is large
c. grade (aa, a, or b) has to do with the shell condition as well as the air cell between
the shell and the membrane. aa has 1/8", a has 3/16" space between the membrane
of the yolk and the shell. You can see it if you shine a light through your egg.
d. have wsda seal
e. must say 'keep refrigerated' in 1/8" labeling
f. keep refrigerated at 45 deg F or below
II. seaweed folier
a. the irish used it every day
b. pot growers speak highly of it via hydroponics
c. Chop up the weed and half fill a 2 gallon (10 liter) bucket which is topped up with water. Loosely cover and let ferment for a few weeks. Strain and dilute about 20 times. It is more effective if you are able to collect samples of different seaweeds, especially if they have different colors and so a different mix of elements.
Collect about 2 to 3 pounds of seaweed from your local beach. . Rinse the seaweed well with water. This helps in removing the extra salt from the seaweed, which may harm your plants. You could soak the seaweed in water for some time. Now, place the seaweed in a glass container and add water to it, twice the amount of seaweed. Cover the container with a lid and leave it undisturbed for 2 to 3 months. Wait till the water turns brackish brown, which is an indication of disintegration of seaweed. Your organic seaweed fertilizer is ready for use. Mix it with equal amount of fresh water and apply while watering, every one to two weeks. (!)
d. The Bottom Line
• Seaweed extracts contain plant growth regulators which, like traditional rooting products, can stimulate root growth in cuttings and transplants
• Seaweed extracts have no reliable effect on plant production or resistance to disease and environmental stress, especially in field conditions
• Variations in plant materials and environmental conditions are greater determinants of plant health than applications of seaweed extract
• Seaweed extracts for landscape use represent a poor use of natural resources, especially those from environmentally sensitive coastal ecosystems
For more information, please visit Dr. Chalker-Scott’s web page at http://www.theinformedgardener.com.
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