Superior Power of Streptomyces Forge SP is a high concentration of the beneficial microorganism Streptomyces nigrescens strain MR541. When applied, this unique microbe colonizes the plants roots and foliage producing beneficial by products that aid in plant vigor and enhance mineral uptake. The Forge microbe also produces siderophores, natural iron chelating agents, that transports inorganic iron in the soil to the plant even in high pH conditions. Plants treated with Forge SP will be greener, stronger and more vigorous with a larger, more robust root system. Origins This unique microbial strain in Forge SP was found as part of a research project looking to discover plant beneficial Streptomyces. Thousands of samples were taken from dozens of fields throughout the Pacific Northwest and screened for Streptomyces sp. The 10,000unique Streptomyces strains that were discovered were then screened for properties that were beneficial to plants and commercialization; things like rhizosphere competence, antibiotic production, enzyme secretion, etc. After years of research, seven strains emergedas leading candidates for commercialization. The most pwerful and multi-purpose strain was MR 541, who's origin traced back to an Idaho potato field. Technical Information Organism (Active Ingredient): Streptomyces nigrescens strain MR 541Exclusive ownership by Blacksmith BioScience General Description: Saprophytic rhizosphere colonizing actinomycete Purpose * Complexes iron and makes it available to plant even in high pH soils.* Produces metabolites beneficial to plant growth, yield & root production Origin: Isolated from the soil of an Idaho potato field. Temperature Tolerance: 0-105 F PH Tolerance: S. nigrescens can survive a pH range 4.0-10.0. The organism is active between 5.0 and 9.1pH. Longevity: The spore shelf life is guaranteed at 12 months. Germinated spores can survive much longer if there is a food source, moisture and minimal microbial competition (such as in bagged potting soil). Storing in refrigerated conditions may extend the shelf life. Chemical Compatibility: S. nigrescens is compatible with all chemical fungicides and fertilizers. Consult manufacturer for bactericide and chlorine compatibility. UV Sensitivity: The bacterium is not UV sensitive. By-Products: Siderophores, chitenase, ampicillin
