outwest
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Hey GP this is from their site.
"Insect Frass naturally contains the nutrition plants require, beneficial micro-organisms, and the only immediately plant-available source of chitin (pronounced “Kite-in”). Chitin fortifies a plant from the inside out, causing an "auto-immune" response that signals a plant to produce natural toxins which fend off its natural enemies like pests and fungal pathogens. The EPA says that chitin and chitosan (see FAQ's) defend against botrytis (grey mold), powdery mildew, early and late blight, fungal pathogens in the root zone (root rot) and root-feeding nematodes. Insect Frass does NOT cause a plant to kill beneficial insects or beneficial nematodes."
bigcheese has been using it for a bit and said it has knocked out his fungus gnats so I figured I'd check it out.
I've been eyeing it for a few months based on farmer recommendations. My only concern is that it's a nutrient source. . .I'll probably just add it to my soil mix. Thanks for the info.
outwest