{"title":"Core Microbials","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69f91d20-ecdc-839a-a5cf-28abd0f31e2b-12\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-58\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0478d3ba-2ed6-4a89-92a1-7bd293169ce4\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"351\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFoundational biological products designed to support microbial activity, nutrient cycling, and overall system balance across a wide range of farming and environmental applications. The Core Microbials range forms the biological backbone of the EMNZ system, delivering practical solutions for soil, plant, and environmental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"em1-concentrate","title":"EM1 Concentrate","description":"\u003cp\u003eEM1 Concentrate is a live multi-species microbial inoculant used to support soil, plant, compost, and environmental systems through beneficial microbial activity and fermentation processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed as the foundation for activated EM and many EMNZ biological programmes, EM1 helps support microbial balance, organic matter breakdown, and overall system function across a wide range of applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1594\" data-start=\"1552\" data-section-id=\"ylxwo1\"\u003eSupports beneficial microbial activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1631\" data-start=\"1595\" data-section-id=\"o7zh4t\"\u003eAssists organic matter breakdown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1671\" data-start=\"1632\" data-section-id=\"kyq9w3\"\u003eUsed to create activated EM systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1734\" data-start=\"1672\" data-section-id=\"3clqw\"\u003eSuitable for soil, compost, and environmental applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Beyond EM1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEM1 forms the microbial foundation of many EMNZ programmes. For targeted plant performance, nutrient efficiency, and farming system support, explore the wider EMNZ biological range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains EM (Effective Microorganisms) Proprietary blend of GRAS registered micro-organisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEM1 Concentrate should be enhanced and expanded by a secondary process using equal parts of molasses and water. This process will expand EM1 20 times making it very cost effective. Please visit our expanding page for further details. To purchase our Ready to Use products (pre-expanded EM) visit the EM Ready to Use products range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to apply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply at important plant growth stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with fertiliser to enhance effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply when incorporating crop residues and composting waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to effluent and waste water for odour control and effective treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEM1 Concentrate can be used as supplied, or can be expanded before use (see Preparation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil and Plant Treatment: Apply from 5-20 Litres per ha diluted with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden Treatment: Use at 1% with water as a foliar or soil application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompost Treatment: Apply 2-3 Litres per cubic metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Treatment: Add EM at between 1\/1000 and 1\/10000 of water volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/concentrate-info-sheet.pdf?v=1689056078\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload our EM1 Concentrate Fact Sheet here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice is for a 20L we also sell EM1 Concentrate in 200L and 1000L containers. Please contact admin@emnz.co.nz for pricing on large volumes. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMNZ","offers":[{"title":"1L","offer_id":45674675601689,"sku":"EM1C1","price":38.6,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":45674675634457,"sku":"EM1C5","price":153.35,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20L","offer_id":45674675667225,"sku":"EM1C20","price":572.1,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/Em1-Concentrate.png?v=1689039306"},{"product_id":"em-soil-crop","title":"EM™ Soil \u0026 Crop","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEM® Soil and Crop is a certified organic technology with many applications around farm, orchard, and vineyard environments. This ready to use product works by stimulating soil biology to enhance soil performance and plant production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEM® Soil and Crop is a natural safe technology with many applications around farm, orchard, and vineyard environments. A certified organic product, EM Soil and Crop is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eready to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eproduct which works by getting the natural processes to function, the way nature intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a soil and foliar additive EM helps germination, root formation, plant growth and plant ripening. EM RTU also improves the soil’s physical, chemical and biological condition and accelerates composting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEM RTU is to be used to improve crop and pasture yields and enhance fertiliser performance. EM RTU will enhance growth through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixing atmospheric nitrogen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverting organic matter to plant nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecomposing organic residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecycling soil nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhancing Fertiliser Inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microbes in EM will solubilise compounds both organic and inorganic that are largely unavailable to plants and make them available for uptake by the plants root system allowing the plant to put more energy into growth. In performing this important function the Microbes create a more efficient use of added nutrients, generating a better growth response from fertiliser inputs. Also our research has demonstrated the ability to lower fertiliser use while still getting the same yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eApplications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with fertilizer applications to increase efficacy of applications; 5 - 10 litres EM per ha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn crops, apply 10-20 litres EM per ha with as much water as possible; target key periods such as primary cultivation, pre-plant and critical growth stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply through an injector into your irrigation or fertigation system. Rates of 3-10 litres EM per ha are recommended, and are determined by  frequency of application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine the application of EM at 10-20 litres EM per ha with weeding operations so that the dying weeds can be broken down rapidly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in a solution of EM 1:1000 before planting to increase seed viability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply EM to crop residues and green manure at incorporation stages; apply 20 litres EM per ha with as much water as needed to get good coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a Foliar Spray dilute EM with water to 1% and apply to run off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring high disease challenge periods, apply as a foliar spray at 2%-5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/soil-crop-info-sheet.pdf?v=1689056115\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload our EM Soil \u0026amp; Crop Info Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice is for a 20L we also sell in 200L and 1000L containers. Please contact admin@emnz.co.nz for pricing on large volumes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMNZ","offers":[{"title":"20L","offer_id":45675029496089,"sku":"SC-20","price":120.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/EM-Soil-_-Crop.png?v=1689043266"},{"product_id":"em-environment","title":"EM™ Environment","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEM Environment is a  Ready to Use product which is a natural, safe technology with many applications around waste processing, odour, septic systems, compost and water quality. A certified organic product, EM Environment, works by getting the natural processes to function, the way nature intended. This includes breaking down odour, organic matter and sludge,  balancing the microbial environment and improving composting activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy using EM Environment you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio-activate your septic system and stop foul odours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat waste water systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate your compost and reduce odours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestore water quality in ponds and lakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove odour and maintain a healthy environment in Animal husbandry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEM Environment can be used undiluted or diluted with water. It can also be combined with other products (please contact us for further details).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains EM (Effective Microorganisms) Proprietary blend of GRAS registered micro-organisms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePonds and Waterways: Add EM Environment at between 1\/5000 and 1\/50000 of water volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompost making:  use 1-2 litres per cubic metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdour control:  use as a spray either undiluted or diluted up to 10 times with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWastewater, effluent or sewage application:  use at between 1:1000 and 1:5000 dilution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/environment-info-sheet.pdf?v=1689056057\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to download our EM Environment Info Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice is for a 20L we also sell in 200L and 1000L containers. Please contact admin@emnz.co.nz for pricing on large volumes. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMNZ","offers":[{"title":"20L","offer_id":45675465867545,"sku":"EN-20","price":120.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/files\/EMNZ-Environment.png?v=1689047854"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/4996\/6361\/collections\/iStock-1333117933.jpg?v=1778026842","url":"https:\/\/www.emnz.com\/collections\/core-microbials.oembed","provider":"Naturefarm trading as EMNZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}