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Black Strap Molasses
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Sugar energy source for soil microorganisms
Blackstrap Molasses is the by-product of sugar refining that contains all the nutrients from the raw sugarcane plant. Of the varieties of molasses,Blackstrap Molasses is richest in sources of sugars, carbon, enzymes, B-vitamins and trace elements. Blackstrap Molasses is a carbohydrate energy source that feeds soil microorganisms and increases microbial activity. With continued applications, Blackstrap Molasses encourages a soil environment that helps reduce thatch.
Directions for Use:
Fairways, Roughs, Sports Turf and Lawns: Apply 1.0 - 2.0 gallons of Blackstrap Molasses with 44 - 88 gallons of water per acre (3.0 - 6.0 oz of Blackstrap Molasses with 1.5 - 2 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft.) every 2 weeks during stress periods.
Aerification: Apply 3.0 - 6.0 oz. of Blackstrap Molasses with 1.5 - 2 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. (1.0 - 2.0 gallons of Blackstrap Molasses with 66 - 88 gallons of water per Acre) 7 days before and again 7 days after aerification.
Application Rates for Blackstrap Molasses
| Fluid Oz / 1,000 sq. ft. | Gallons / One Acre | ML / 1,000 sq. ft. | L/HA Litre/ Hectare |
| 3.0 | 1.0 | 89 | 10 |
| 4.0 | 1.4 | 118 | 13 |
| 6.0 | 2.0 | 177 | 19 |
Benefits of Blackstrap Molasses applications:
Increase Plant Health
Increase Microbial Activity
Increase Leaf Color
Decrease Thatch
Improve Fertilizer efficacy
Blackstrap Molasses may be added to foliar sprays to enhance adhesion to leaf surfaces.
