Ferments

Yah Whey by Thrive Probiotics Revolutionary liquid probiotic crafted from the Whey of Kefir Researching Kefir quickly leads one to find a myriad of legends pertaining to this ancient, thousands of year old, practice of fermenting milk to produce a stable probiotic. This probiotic is legendary for its health properties. Ingredients: Purified Water, Organic Molasses, Yeast Cultures, Lactic Acid Bacteria, Humic Acid Whey from kefir grains have a complex microbial biology composition with polysaccharides, nutrients, minerals and proteins. These fermented compounds create a diverse probiotic whey for your plants and soil. Soon you'll be shouting, YAH WHEY!!!!! As your plants pray to the light. Check out the photo of the active fermentation. That is without any magnification! The image is taken with a normal cell phone camera. So what does that have to do with growing plants? Organic matter in the garden is broken down by probiotics, but an often forgotten component is the Nitrogen that the breakdown requires to speed up the process. Composting is all about Carbon to Nitrogen ratios. Organic Potting soils can have high carbon and when amending with rice hulls and organic amendments the soil can have an elevated C:N ratio which means the soil will be taking Nitrogen for a while before it starts to release it again. Now that you understand the problem, you can clearly see the solution. YAH WHEY! When you use stabilized Kefir Whey designed by Thrive you will be simultaneously feeding the soil much needed amino proteins (Nitrogen) That will help the breakdown of nutrients and also make readily available food for your plants. Once you see the level of calcium, nutrients and vitamins that are contained within kefir and combine that with the knowledge of the diversity of lactobacillus cultures present you can really start to understand that this is more than your average product. This Yah Whey was made to help your soil and your plants THRIVE! Storage: Keep product in dark cool area. Keep fully sealed after use. For extended storage (4-12 months) store in fridge. Contents will expire after 12 months if not opened. Contents contain living organisms, use accordingly DirectionsIt can be used as a soil-drench or foliar application: 0.5-1 Ounces per gallon Foliar Applications, Seed Starting and Rooting Clones (Plug or Aeroponic Rooting) 1-2 Ounces/Gallon of water for Soil Drench applications 2-4+ Ounces/Gallon for Composting, Animal Feed, and starting your own Ferments

Farm Crafted Fermented Liquid Comfrey Extract Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% FREE SHIPPING on select Comfrey Extract! This Comfrey Fermented Plant Extract is made with love on a small farm near Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. This farm has been operating under the direction of Miles Filippelli since 2016 for the purpose of producing high quality plant inputs for BuildASoil and the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. Lactobacillus bacteria are saprophytes, meaning they are decomposers, they break down organic matter. This trait is harnessed in the production of Fermented Plant Extracts where lactobacillus are fed specific nutrient dense food sources for the purpose of breaking down plant compounds and extracting them into a liquid form. Derived From: Clean Mountain Water, Comfrey, molasses, sorghum syrup, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, and EM-1. This is then fermented until the plant matter is digested and extracted into the liquid and the sugars are consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden. Ingredients: Water, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, Molasses, Sorghum Syrup, Plant Matter (Comfrey), EM1 Why Use? This particular Fermented Plant Extract is made from comfrey, a plant that is known to be nutrient dense, medicinal, and beneficial for local biodiversity. Comfrey has been used in many traditional settings as food, medicine, soil conditioners, foliar sprays, green mulches, etc. Comfrey Fermented Plant Extract is particularly useful for vegetative growth and in the transition from veg to bloom; however, Comfrey Fermented Plant Extract is very well rounded and can be used at any time of growth, it will do no harm to feed it during flowering as well.   Useful Info Article about the usefulness of comfreyArticle about comfrey nutritional content Store in a cool & dark place at room temperature, 68oF to 86oF (20oC-30oC) and out ofdirect sunlight. Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds • Not for human consumption How to Use Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterFoliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterField Application: 10 - 30 gal per acreCompost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of water

Farm Crafted Fermented Liquid Pumpkin Extract Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% This pumpkin extract is made with love on a small farm in Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. Note: The Fermented Liquid Pumpkin Extract is a seasonal product, and only available for a limited time! Get your own while supplies last! Derived From: Probiotically Grown Pumpkins, Clean Mountain Water, EM-1, Home Made LABS (LactoBacillus Serum), Super Cera Powder, and Molasses. This is then fermented until the pumpkin is digested and extracted into the liquid and the molasses consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden. Why Use? Since starting BuildASoil we've been preaching DIY techniques. This particular fermented plant extract is made from pumpkins along with the whole plant, and all the information we have about fermenting your own extracts suggests that you should start with the part of the plant that you wish to grow. For instance, if you wish to get faster vegetative growth you would ferment fast growing green leaves to feed to your plants. However, if you wished to grow bigger flowers, you should ferment flowers to feed to your plants. It is with this idea, we fermented pumpkin plants and flowers to be used as an all natural bloom booster for your garden. Useful Info Coming Soon! How to Use Watering Plants: 1-3 ounces per gallon of clean water. Foliar Spray: 1 ounce per gallon

Farm Crafted | Fermented Peach Extract Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% Off FREE SHIPPING on select Peach Extract! This peach fruit extract is made with love on a small farm near Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. Note: The Fermented Liquid Peach Extract is a seasonal product, and only available for a limited time! Get your own while supplies last! Derived From: Orchard Grown Peaches, Clean Mountain Water, molasses, sorghum syrup, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, Super Cera Powder, and EM-1. This is then fermented until the peach fruit is digested and extracted into the liquid and the sugars are consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden. Why Use? Since starting BuildASoil we've been preaching DIY techniques. This particular fermented plant extract is made from ripe peach fruit, and all the information we have about fermenting your own extracts suggests that you should start with the part of the plant that you wish to grow. For instance, if you wish to get faster vegetative growth you would ferment fast growing green leaves to feed to your plants. However, if you wished to grow bigger flowers, you should ferment flowers to feed to your plants. It is with this idea, we fermented peach fruit to be used as an all natural bloom booster for your garden. Lactobacillus varieties are: Ubiquitous, meaning they are everywhere! Facultative or surviving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. Microaerophilic, which is biology speak for preferring environments with less oxygen than typical environmental air - like in soil. Rod shaped bacillus means “wand” or “small staff”- the “magic wand” because fermentation has an alchemical nature of transmuting raw materials into more nutritious valuable preparations. Heterofermentative translates to producing a variety of outputs including nutrients, CO2, yeasts, acids, and carbohydrates, which plants crave. Antipathogenic in biology can mean that effective and beneficial microbes outcompete and overcome “the bad guys,” or pathogenic microbes, often present in decomposition. “Fermentation with lactobacillus offers a natural means to modify nutritional and flavor properties of foods, and strains have crucial effects on it.”https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212429222003546 Ingredients: Water, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, Thermex 70, Sorghum Syrup, Plant Matter (Peach), EM1 How to Use Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of water Foliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of water Field Application: 10 - 30 gal per acre Compost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of water

  This Fermented Plant Extract is made by Growing Organic on their family farm. It's made with love in small batches by growers for growers. The attention to detail and phenomenal quality of fermentation has me really excited to share these products. Notice: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% Off Notice: Limited Batch Availability. Will occasionally be out of stock to keep quality at highest. If it's in stock on the website then it's ready to ship. When you get your first bottle and open it up you'll see the lacto and you'll get a whiff or an earthy and unmistakably loud frass smell. Stink in = Stink out! You're plants and soil will love the frass extract. Fermented with lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and molasses to break down the plant fibers making the nutrients and beneficial properties they contain more accessible for your garden plants. Application Rate: Use 1 oz - 4 oz of ferment per gallon of water. It can be used as a drench or foliar application. Ingredients: Water, Organic Molasses, Organic Insect Frass, Lactic Acid Bacteria Store in a cool & dark place at room temperature, 68ºF to 86ºF (20ºC-30ºC) and out of direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds. Not for human consumption

This Fermented Plant Extract is made by Growing Organic on their family farm. It's made with love in small batches by growers for growers. The attention to detail and phenomenal quality of fermentation has me really excited to share these products. Notice: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% Off Notice: Limited Batch Availability. Will occasionally be out of stock to keep quality at highest. If it's in stock on the website then it's ready to ship. This bottle is one of the best smelling ferments I've ever had the pleasure of smelling. Alfalfa is high in saponin and this ferment is soapy and sweet and beautiful in color. When you open this bottle you'll be wanting to use it 100% and this is a great one to try if you are concerned about odors from other ferments. Fermented with lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and molasses to break down the plant fibers making the nutrients and beneficial properties they contain more accessible for your garden plants. Application Rate: Use 1 oz - 4 oz of ferment per gallon of water. It can be used as a drench or foliar application. Ingredients: Water, Organic Molasses, Organic Alfalfa, Lactic Acid Bacteria Store in a cool & dark place at room temperature, 68ºF to 86ºF (20ºC-30ºC) and out of direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds. Not for human consumption

Farm Crafted Fermented Liquid Hemp Extract Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% The Fermented Plant Extract of Hemp is made with love on a small farm near Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. This farm has been operating under the direction of Miles Filippelli since 2016 for the purpose of producing high quality plant inputs for BuildASoil and the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. Lactobacillus bacteria are saprophytes, meaning they are decomposers, they break down organic matter. This trait is harnessed in the production of Fermented Plant Extracts where lactobacillus are fed specific nutrient dense food sources for the purpose of breaking down plant compounds and extracting them into a liquid form. Derived From: Clean Mountain Water, Hemp, molasses, sorghum syrup, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, and EM-1. This is then fermented until the plant matter is digested and extracted into the liquid and the sugars are consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden. Ingredients: Water, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, Molasses, Sorghum Syrup, Plant Matter (Hemp), EM1 Why Use? Since starting BuildASoil we've been preaching DIY techniques. This particular Fermented Plant Extract is made from Hemp, a renowned plant known to benutrient dense, medicinal, fibrous, and beneficial for local biodiversity. Hemp has been used for millennia in many traditional settings as food, medicine, animal feed, green mulches, fiber, etc.. Hemp Fermented Plant Extract is particularly useful for vegetative growth and in the transition from veg to bloom; however, Hemp Fermented Plant Extract is very well rounded and can be used at any time of growth, it is particularly beneficial in the bloom cycle as well. Useful Info Lactobacillus varieties are:Saprophytic - they break down organic matter and generally do not harm living things.Antipathogenic - they are effective and beneficial microbes that outcompete andovercome “the bad guys,” or pathogenic microbes.Ubiquitous - they are everywhere!Facultative - surviving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments.Microaerophilic - preferring environments with less oxygen than typical environmental air similar to conditions in soil.Rod shaped - bacillus means “wand” or “small staff”- the “magic wand” becausefermentation has an alchemical nature of transmuting raw materials into more nutritiousvaluable preparations.Heterofermentative - translates to producing a variety of outputs including nutrients,CO2, yeasts, acids, and carbohydrates, which plants crave. Store in a cool & dark place at room temperature, 68F to 86F (20C-30C) and out ofdirect sunlight. Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds • Not for human consumption How to Use Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterFoliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterField Application: 10 - 30 gal per acreCompost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of water

Farm Crafted | Fermented Watermelon Extract Bulk: Add 4 or more of any ferment and get 15% off This special seasonal Fermented Plant Extract of Watermelon is made with love on a small farm near Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. This farm has been operating under the direction of Miles Filippelli since 2016 for the purpose of producing high quality plant inputs for BuildASoil and the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. Lactobacillus bacteria are saprophytes, meaning they are decomposers, they break down organic matter. This trait is harnessed in the production of Fermented Plant Extracts where lactobacillus are fed specific nutrient dense food sources for the purpose of breaking down plant compounds and extracting them into a liquid form.Derived From: Clean Mountain Water, Watermelon, molasses, sorghum syrup, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, and EM-1. This is then fermented until the plant matter is digested and extracted into the liquid and the sugars are consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden.Why Use?This particular Fermented Plant Extract is made from watermelons. WatermelonFermented Plant Extract is designed for all stages of growth, especially bloom. Thelarge seed bearing fruiting body of watermelon is rich in nutrients including vitamin C, B,magnesium and calcium. Article about benefits of fermenting watermelon for agricultural uses: Link1, Link2Article about Optimization Of Bio-Fertilizer Production From Watermelon Peels Using Response Surface Methodology. LinkLactobacillus varieties are:Saprophytic - they break down organic matter and generally do not harm living things.Antipathogenic - they are effective and beneficial microbes that outcompete andovercome “the bad guys,” or pathogenic microbes.Ubiquitous - they are everywhere!Facultative - surviving in both aerobic and anaerobic environments.Microaerophilic - preferring environments with less oxygen than typical environmental air similar to conditions in soil.Rod shaped - bacillus means “wand” or “small staff”- the “magic wand” becausefermentation has an alchemical nature of transmuting raw materials into more nutritiousvaluable preparations.Heterofermentative - translates to producing a variety of outputs including nutrients,CO2, yeasts, acids, and carbohydrates, which plants crave. Notice:Store in a cool & dark place at room temperature, 68oF to 86oF (20oC-30oC) and out ofdirect sunlight. Keep out of reach of children • Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds • Not for human consumption How to Use:Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterFoliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterField Application: 10 - 30 gal per acreCompost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of waterUseful Info:Ingredients: Water, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, Molasses, Sorghum Syrup, Plant Matter (Watermelon), EM1 MSDS: Link

Seasonal Fermented Plant Extract of Willow🌿 ✨ Exclusively crafted with love on a quaint farm near Paonia, Colorado. Adopting the essence of natural probiotic farming practices, this treasure is more than just a product - it's a legacy from the earth, under the passionate care of Miles Filippelli since 2016. 💚 🌱 Features & Benefits: 🔄 Powered by Lactobacillus bacteria, nature's decomposers, breaking down organic compounds for efficient absorption. 🍯 Derived from pristine Mountain Water, Willow, Molasses, Sorghum Syrup and local goat whey lactic acid bacteria, harmonized with EM-1. 🌼 Made specifically from nutrient-packed willow branches beneficial for all growth phases, particularly the rooting stage. 🍉 Enriched with salicylic acid, willow branches are an old time gardening secret 📊 Balances and maintains PH levels for better stability in gardens. 📝 Ingredients: Water, Lactic Acid Bacteria from local goat whey, Molasses, Sorghum Syrup, Plant Matter (Willow Branches), EM1 ❓ Why Choose Our Fermented Plant Extract? 🌺 Our unique Willow Fermented Plant Extract is tailored for comprehensive plant growth, focusing especially on the rooting phase. Gift your plants the richness of willow and witness the magic unfold! 🌼 🤝 Proudly associated with BuildASoil and dedicated to delivering only the highest quality for the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. 🌿 Willow's Incredible Growth Secret 🌿 🤩 Ever marveled at the rapid growth of willow? They expand so swiftly that before you know it, new branches have sprouted! 🌳💨 While their growth might not be instantaneous, they're among the champions of fast growth in the plant world 🌍. Behind this phenomenon lies science. The secret sauce? A unique plant hormone known as indolebutyric acid 🌱💪. Next time you're trimming your exuberant willow, think twice before discarding those branches 🚫🗑️. They hold the essence of willow's powerful growth hormones, perfect for nurturing other plants. Experience the magic of this DIY rooting hormone, and watch your plants thrive like never before 🚀🌱. 📜 Tracing Willow's Roots 📜 The vast Salix genus boasts over 400 willow species sprinkled across the globe 🌐. Beyond its rapid growth, willow holds a rich medicinal legacy, notably as nature's precursor to aspirin. Extracted salicylic acid from willow bark gives us this pain-relieving wonder 💊. Long before aspirin's debut in 1899, indigenous cultures have revered the bark and leaves of the willow tree for its therapeutic properties against pain and inflammation 🌿🩺. Before the age of commercial rooting agents, the willow stood out as the go-to natural enhancer for plant propagation 🌱🔄. 🌱 Rooting Hormone: Nature's Growth Elixir 🌱 📃 Crafting Willow Water: A Rooting Concoction 📃 Fermentation takes longer and locks in the benefits for long term storage but you can also make a faster version at home. Discover the art of brewing willow branch tea, your secret weapon for robust plant propagations 🌱💦. 🌿 Willow Water Rooting Solution 🌿 Materials: Young willow branches (ideally those that are no thicker than a pencil and from the current year's growth) A large container or bucket Boiling water Glass jar or bottle for storing Procedure: Collection of Willow Branches: Search for a willow tree and cut some young, healthy branches. Remember, the newer the growth, the higher the concentration of the rooting hormone (indolebutyric acid). Preparation of the Branches: Remove all the leaves from the branches. Cut the branches into small pieces, around 1-2 inches long. Steeping the Willow Pieces: Place the cut willow pieces into your container or bucket. Pour boiling water over the willow pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let the mixture sit and steep for 12-24 hours. This allows the water to extract the rooting hormone from the willow pieces. Straining and Storing: After steeping, strain the willow pieces out, collecting the water in a glass jar or bottle. Your willow water rooting solution is now ready to use! Application: For plant cuttings: Soak the base of your cuttings in the willow water for several hours before planting them. For already potted plants: Water them with the willow water solution to encourage root growth. As a growth boost: Occasionally water your plants with willow water as it not only promotes rooting but also can give plants a growth boost due to the presence of beneficial compounds. Storage and Shelf Life: It's best to store your willow water in the refrigerator if you're not using it immediately. Use within 2 months for best results. After this period, the effectiveness may decrease. If you instead opt to purchase our Fermented Version the shelf life is MUCH longer and will last years at room temperature. Benefits of Willow Water: Willow water is a natural alternative to commercial rooting hormones. It contains salicylic acid, which can help protect plants from diseases. The solution encourages root growth and can boost the overall health of the plant.

Farm Crafted Nettle Extract: Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% This stinging nettles extract is made with love on a small farm near Paonia Colorado using natural probiotic farming practices. This farm has been operating under the direction of Miles Filippelli since 2016 for the purpose of producing high quality plant inputs for BuildASoil and the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. Lactobacillus bacteria are saprophytes, meaning they are decomposers, they break down organic matter. This trait is harnessed in the production of Fermented Plant Extracts where lactobacillus are fed specific nutrient dense food sources for the purpose of breaking down plant compounds and extracting them into a liquid form.Note: The Fermented Nettle Extract is a seasonal product, and only available for a limited time! Get your own while supplies last! Why Use? This particular Fermented Plant Extract is made from stinging nettles, this plant is known to be nutrient dense, medicinal, fiber producing, and good for animal feed. Stinging Nettles have been used in many traditional settings as soil conditioners, foliar sprays, green mulches, etc. Stinging Nettles Fermented Plant Extract is particularly useful in transition from veg to bloom and throughout the bloom cycle as well. How to Use: Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterFoliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterField Application: 10 - 30 gal per acreCompost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of water

Farm Crafted Horsetail Extract: Bulk: Buy any 4 Ferments and Get 15% This horsetail fern extract is made with love on a small farm near Paonia, Colorado usingnatural probiotic farming practices. This farm has been operating under the direction of Miles Filippelli since 2016 for the purpose of producing high quality plant inputs for BuildaSoil and the Fermented Plant Extracts product line. Lactobacillus bacteria are saprophytes, meaning they are decomposers, they break down organic matter. This trait is harnessed in the production of Fermented Plant Extracts where lactobacillus are fed specific nutrient dense food sources for the purpose of breaking down plant compounds and extracting them into a liquid form. Note: The Fermented Horsetail Extract is a seasonal product, and only available for a limited time! Get your own while supplies last! Derived From: Clean Mountain Water, Horsetail (Equisetum), Molasses, Sorghum syrup, Lactic Acid Bacteria sourced from local goat whey, and EM-1. This is then fermented until the Horsetail fern is digested and extracted into the liquid and the sugars are consumed by the microbes to lock in the PH for stability and ease of use in the garden. Why Use? This particular Fermented Plant Extract is made from Horsetail fern, which is known to be high in silica and is used in the biodynamic preparation known as BD508 - a botanical tea. In Europe extracts of Horsetail are approved to prevent or treat a variety of pathogens. Horsetail fern has been used in medicine and cosmetics, and in some places is classified as an invasive species. Horsetail fern Fermented Plant Extract is particularly useful in transition from veg to bloom and throughout the bloom cycle as well. How to Use: Soil Drench: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterFoliar Spray: 1 - 4 oz to 1 gal of waterField Application: 10 - 30 gal per acreCompost Booster: 4 - 8 oz to 1 gal of water

Seasonal Limited Release! Grab it before it's gone! 1 Gallon Bottle  (Will ship in bottle not glass, image was to show color of ferment) Add 4 or more of any ferments and get 15% automatically 🌿 🥕Beet & Carrot Plant Extract: Our proprietary fermentation process utilizes lactic acid bacteria (LAB) 🦠 in conjunction with molasses to biologically break down the fibers and materials of beets and carrots. This method ensures the optimal release of the essential nutrients and beneficial properties inherent in both beets and carrots 🥕, making them highly bioavailable for garden plants 🌱. When applied to the soil, this extract facilitates immediate nutrient uptake, enhancing plant health and vitality 🌟. 🌼 All Growth Stages: This ferment is perfect for all stages of your plant's life, especially when it's time to bloom 🌸. Did you know? Beets and carrots are packed with phosphorus, potassium, vitamins A & B, calcium, and magnesium. 📏 Application Rate: Use 1 oz – 4 oz of ferment per gallon of water 💧. Whether you're drenching the soil or spraying it on leaves 🍃, it's got you covered. Just a heads up, foliar application might give the leaves a trendy purple tint. 📜 Ingredients: Filtered Water 💧 Organic Molasses 🍯 Organic beets and carrots 🥕 Lactic Acid Bacteria 🦠 🔒 Storage & Warnings: 🌑 Store in a cool & dark place, ideally between 68ºF to 86ºF (20ºC-30ºC) and away from the sun's rays. 🚸 Keep it away from kids. 👀 Avoid getting it in your eyes or on open wounds. ❌ Not a snack! Not for human consumption.