Attributes of ERW Basalt Mineral
Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) and Nutrient Density in Farming
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Increased crop yields and nutritional quality
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Enhanced soil health and carbon sequestration
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Reduced or remove need for synthetic fertilizers
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Sustainable and climate-friendly agriculture
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Soil regenerating natural mineral product
ERW involves the application of finely crushed silicate rocks to agricultural lands. These rocks release minerals as they weather, improving soil health and nutrient density in crops.
This process is significantly influenced by microorganisms:
Microbial Benefits:
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Mineral Consumption and Breakdown: Microorganisms directly consume the minerals from the weathering rocks, breaking them down further and accelerating the release of essential nutrients.
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Enzyme Activation: ERW Minerals act as catalysts, activating enzymes crucial for microbial metabolic processes. This enhances nutrient cycling and the breakdown of organic matter, making nutrients more available to plants.
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Increased Microbial Activity: The increased availability of minerals stimulates microbial growth and activity, leading to a more diverse and robust soil ecosystem.
Plant Benefits:
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Enhanced Nutrient Availability: The weathering process releases essential nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, which are readily absorbed by plants.
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Improved Soil Structure: ERW minerals improve soil aggregation, water retention, and drainage, creating a more favorable environment for root growth and nutrient uptake.
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Increased Stress Tolerance: Plants become more resilient to drought, salinity, and other environmental stressors due to improved nutrient availability and soil health.
Synergistic Effects:
The interaction between ERW minerals, microorganisms, and plants creates a positive feedback loop. Microbes break down the minerals, making nutrients available to plants, which in turn support a thriving microbial community. This continuous cycle contributes to long-term soil fertility and improved crop quality..
Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) uses finely ground volcanic rock to capture CO2 from the atmosphere. This natural process can be applied to farms, forests, and more. ERW basalt can sequester 1 pound of carbon per year for every 5 pounds applied, with applications every 5 years. Beyond carbon removal, ERW enriches soil, fostering healthy ecosystems. This accessible technology empowers everyone to combat climate change
Carbon Sequestration
Paramagnetic Mineral
Our ERW Basalt minerals are paramagnetic, a characteristic that causes them to be weakly attracted to magnetic fields. In the context of agriculture, this means that when these minerals are added to soil and exposed to the Earth's magnetic field, they contribute to better water retention, nutrient uptake by plants, and overall soil health. This leads to enhanced soil structure, a more active soil ecosystem, and improved crop production.
