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High-Purity Soluble Potassium Humate from China: Leading Suppliers and Factory for Agriculture & Plant Nutrition
Product Description
Our Potassium Humate is a refined, water-soluble humic acid salt derived from ancient Leonardite deposits through advanced extraction technology. This organic potassium humate appears as a dark brown to black powder with exceptional solubility characteristics. Rich in active humic and fulvic acids, it serves as both a superior soil conditioner and a natural plant growth promoter. This versatile product supports sustainable agriculture by improving soil fertility, enhancing plant vitality, and increasing crop productivity without chemical residues. Perfect for organic farming systems and conventional agriculture seeking to reduce synthetic inputs.
Specification
- Appearance: Dark brown to black powder
- Humic Acid Content (dry basis): ≥ 60% (Standard grade, available up to 80%+)
- Fulvic Acid Content: ≥ 3-12% (Customizable)
- Potassium (K2O): 10-15%
- Moisture: ≤ 15%
- Water Solubility: ≥ 95%
- pH Value (1% solution): 9-11
- Mesh Size: 80-120 mesh (finer grades available)
- Organic Matter: ≥ 70%
- All specifications can be customized according to specific application requirements.
3.Key Features & Benefits
- Dual-Action Formula: Provides both organic humic substances and readily available potassium
- Soil Health Improvement: Enhances soil structure, increases water retention, and stimulates microbial activity
- Nutrient Efficiency: Chelates essential nutrients, reducing leaching and improving plant absorption
- Root Development: Promotes vigorous root growth and establishment
- Stress Resistance: Improves plant tolerance to drought, salinity, and temperature extremes
- Crop Quality Enhancement: Increases yield, improves fruit quality, and extends shelf life
- Environmental Safety: 100% natural, biodegradable, and non-toxic
Application
- Field Crops: Corn, wheat, rice, soybeans, and other grains for improved yield and stress tolerance
- Fruit & Vegetable Production: Enhanced fruit quality, color, and nutritional value
- Horticulture & Greenhouse: Professional nursery production and protected cultivation
- Turf Management: Golf courses, sports fields, and commercial lawns
- Organic Farming: Certified organic crop production and soil fertility programs
- Hydroponics & Soilless Culture: Nutrient solution enhancement
- Seed Treatment & Seedling Development: Improved germination and early growth
- Reclamation Projects: Soil restoration and erosion control
Regular packing
- Standard Packaging: 25 kg woven bags with waterproof PE liner
- Premium Options: 20 kg multi-wall paper bags, 50 kg PE bags
- Bulk Handling: 500 kg and 1000 kg jumbo bags (FIBC)
- Custom Packaging: Available with customized branding and packaging sizes
- Minimum Order Quantity: 1 ton (flexible for trial orders)
How to use
Recommended Application Methods:
Soil Application (Pre-planting)
- Apply 10-20 kg per hectare, mixed with other fertilizers
- Incorporate into soil during land preparation
- For severe soil degradation: 20-30 kg per hectare
Fertigation (Drip/Irrigation Systems)
- Dissolve 2-5 kg per hectare in irrigation water
- Apply throughout the growing season
- Use agitation in mixing tanks for best results
Foliar Spray
- Prepare 0.1-0.3% solution (1-3 g per liter)
- Apply during early morning or late afternoon
- Spray interval: 15-20 days during active growth
Seed Treatment
- Prepare 0.5-1% solution for seed soaking
- Soaking time: 8-12 hours
- Dry seeds before planting
Hydroponic Systems
- Add 50-100 ppm to nutrient solutions
- Monitor EC and pH regularly
- Replace solution every 7-14 days
Usage Tips
- Conduct soil testing for precise application rates
- Start with lower rates for initial applications
- Store prepared solutions for maximum 24 hours
- Avoid mixing with concentrated acidic solutions
Advantages
For Farmers & Growers
- Increases crop yield by 15-30%
- Reduces chemical fertilizer requirements by 20-40%
- Improves water use efficiency
- Enhances crop quality and market value
- Shortens crop maturity period
- Safe for all crop types and growth stages
For Soil Health
- Increases soil organic matter content
- Improves soil structure and porosity
- Enhances microbial diversity and activity
- Reduces soil compaction
- Buffers soil pH fluctuations
- Detoxifies contaminated soils
Environmental Benefits
- Reduces nitrate leaching to groundwater
- Decreases greenhouse gas emissions from soil
- Supports biodiversity in agricultural systems
- Promotes sustainable land management
- Safe for beneficial insects and pollinators
Storage Method
Optimal Storage Conditions
- Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area
- Maintain temperature: 5-30°C (41-86°F)
- Keep relative humidity below 65%
- Protect from direct sunlight and rain
- Stack bags on pallets (minimum 10 cm from floor)
- Keep away from walls for proper air circulation
Handling Precautions
- Use sealed containers after opening
- Avoid contamination with foreign materials
- Keep away from strong oxidizing agents
- Use first-in-first-out (FIFO) inventory system
- Maximum storage height: 5 bags
Shelf Life
- 24 months in original, unopened packaging
- 12 months after opening with proper resealing
- Quality testing recommended after 18 months
FAQ
Q1: What's the difference between Potassium Humate and regular potassium fertilizers?
A: Unlike chemical potassium fertilizers that provide only K+, Potassium Humate delivers both readily available potassium AND organic humic substances that improve soil health, nutrient efficiency, and plant growth. It's a comprehensive soil amendment rather than just a nutrient source.
Q2: Is Potassium Humate suitable for organic farming?
A: Yes, when produced through physical extraction methods without synthetic chemicals, Potassium Humate is approved for organic agriculture under most international certification standards including USDA Organic, EU Organic, and COR.
Q3: How quickly will I see results after application?
A: Visible improvements in plant vigor and color often appear within 7-14 days. Soil structure improvements are more gradual and cumulative over multiple growing seasons. Maximum benefits are typically achieved with regular annual applications.
Q4: Can Potassium Humate be mixed with other fertilizers and pesticides?
A: Generally compatible with most common agricultural inputs. However:
- Always perform a small jar test before large-scale mixing
- Avoid mixing with highly acidic products (pH < 4)
- Mix with calcium-containing products may cause precipitation
- Add to spray tank last when tank-mixing
- Always perform a small jar test before large-scale mixing
- Avoid mixing with highly acidic products (pH < 4)
- Mix with calcium-containing products may cause precipitation
- Add to spray tank last when tank-mixing
Q5: What is the ideal application timing?
A: Apply at key growth stages:
- Pre-planting for soil preparation
- Early vegetative stage for root development
- Flowering stage for fruit set
- Fruit development stage for quality enhancement
- Post-harvest for soil recovery
- Pre-planting for soil preparation
- Early vegetative stage for root development
- Flowering stage for fruit set
- Fruit development stage for quality enhancement
- Post-harvest for soil recovery
Q6: Does it work in all soil types?
A: Yes, but benefits are particularly noticeable in:
- Sandy soils: Improves water and nutrient retention
- Clay soils: Enhances structure and drainage
- Degraded soils: Speeds up rehabilitation
- Saline soils: Helps mitigate salt stress
- Sandy soils: Improves water and nutrient retention
- Clay soils: Enhances structure and drainage
- Degraded soils: Speeds up rehabilitation
- Saline soils: Helps mitigate salt stress