Upsurge

8:1:4– plus the full range of secondary nutrients and micronutrients in a natural form. Available in crumble & pellet forms Organic based, boosted fertiliser Organic base provides a full range of plant nutrients in a slow release form Water soluble nutrients maximise the performance of each application A complete fertiliser suitable for all soil types Crumble form = faster breakdown & absorption     Upsurge is ideal for turf: Improves soil structure Increases resistance to pests & disease Increases earthworm activity Increases root growth Increases organic matter Provides a primary source of nutrients Unlocks nutrients previously tied up in the soil

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Fungi Feeding Bacteria

Along with bacteria, fungi are important as decomposers in the soil food web. They convert hard-to-digest organic material into forms that other organisms can use. Fungal hyphae physically bind soil particles together, creating stable aggregates that help increase water infiltration and soil water-holding capacity. Fungi prefer living and growing in dry conditions, however these conditions are not ideal for bacteria, as they like a bit more moisture. However new research indicates that a number of soil fungi can transfer water, carbon and nitrogen to certain bacteria in order to help them survive in dry conditions. So how is this important for soil and plant health? We know that bacteria and fungi work together to not only cycle nutrients for plants to use, but they can also actively protect plants from attack by pathogens. This protection is critical at times of plant stress when they are more susceptible to attack, so in…

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