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Technical Information for Sea2Soil

Application guidelines

Optimal application timings

Winter timings

Winter cereals

Winter oilseed rape

Spring timings

Spring cereals, oilseed rape

1. 100ml water of desired hardness less the total amount of pesticide specified in points 2 and 4 was  transferred into a 120ml (4oz) jar. 

2. A specified amount, according to the product label directions, of the first pesticide was added to the jar.  Liquid pesticides were delivered with a pipette and solid pesticides were weighed in. 
3. The jar was swirled to ensure that the first pesticide was well dispersed. 
4. A specified amount, according to the product label directions, of each additional pesticide was added to  the jar used in point 1. Delivered as in point 2. After each pesticide addition, the jar was capped and swirled sufficiently to disperse the mixture. 
5. The jar was placed in the shaker. The jar was perpendicular and at an approximately 45o angle to the  horizontal shaft of the shaker. 
6. The jar was shaken for 30 minutes at 385 oscillations per minute. 
7. The jar was removed from the shaker and swirled; the contents was poured immediately through a 50- mesh (300 micron) sieve. An observation was made for residue remaining both on the sieve and in the jar,  amount and type were recorded as described in Section 3. 
8. The jar was rinsed with two 50ml portions of test water, each was poured through the 50-mesh sieve. An  observation was made for residue as in point 7. 
9. The contents was discarded in a safe manner. 

Product Data Sheet

Sea2Soil™ is a hydrolysed liquid fertiliser produced from farmed salmon (Salmo salar) in accordance with Regulation (EU) 1069/2009. Characterised by a uniform nutritional composition of naturally occurring nitrogen, minerals, trace elements and amino acids, Sea2Soil™ enhances soil biology naturally and improves nutrient absorption, promoting plant growth and soil health. Naturally high in fat content it also promotes the growth of beneficial fungi which perform important functions within the soil in relation to nutrient cycling, disease suppression and water dynamics.

Application

A farmer is preparing for a spring herbicide application in a cereal crop field. They plan to apply Glyphosate (to control perennial weeds) and Stomp Aqua (to prevent germination of annual weeds) at the same time. Based on Eurofins’ compatibility testing, they know that these products can be mixed with Sea2Soil in the same tank. The farmer must:

Instructions for use, handling and storage

Safety Precaution

Shelf Life

The product is stable for a minimum of 12 months when stored under recommended storage conditions.

Declaration & Restrictions

• Category 2 Animal By-Product (originating from aquatic animals).
• Produced in accordance with Method 7 of Commission Regulation (EU) 142/2011; Annex IV; Chapter IV, K.
• Not for animal or human consumption.
• The raw materials and processing aids used during the manufacture of this product are non-GMO.

Disclaimer:
Any recommendations provided by Pelagia (UK) Limited, or its Distributors are advice only. As no control can be exercised over storage, handling, mixing, application or use, or weather, plant, or soil conditions before, during or after application (all of which may affect the performance of the product), no responsibility for, or liability for any failure in performance, losses, damages, or injuries (consequential or otherwise), arising from such storage, mixing, application, or use will be accepted under any circumstances whatsoever. Pelagia (UK) Limited recommend you contact an Agronomist prior to product application. The Buyer assumes all responsibility for the use of any Pelagia (UK) Limited products.

Safety Data Sheet

Section 1 - Product & Company Identification

1.1 Product Identifier:

1.2 Relevant Identified Uses:

1.3 Supplier:

1.4 Emergency Contact:

Call NHS 24 (Scotland) on 111

Section 2 - Hazards Identification

2.1 Classification of the Substance

2.2 Label Elements

Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

4.1 Description of First Aid Measures:

Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and chronic:

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

5.1 Extinguishing Media:

Class B fire extinguishers. CO2, Water*, Foam.

5.2 Special Hazards arising from the substance or mixture:

Not known.

5.3 Advice for Firefighters:

Treat as Class A. Isolate area from personnel. Keep personnel upwind of fire.

Use self-contained breathing apparatus to fight large fires.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe in spray or fumes.

6.2 Environmental Precautions

Contain product and do not allow to enter drains or water courses. Report spillage and uncontrolled discharges to water courses (or public waters) immediately to local authorities and environmental agencies.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Wear necessary PPE observing precautions in Section 8, Personal Protection. Stop the leak or release if you can do so without risk. Keep out unprotected personnel and animals.

For small liquid spills, soak up with damp earth, sand, or other non-combustible absorbent material. Place the material in suitable labelled containers for disposal.

For larger spills, contain the liquid by damming it with absorptive materials and pump into labelled containers for recovery or disposal. Soak up remainder with absorbent material and place in suitable labelled containers for disposal.

Spills may produce slippery surfaces. Employ appropriate sanitation procedures to reduce risk.

Treat or dispose of waste material in accordance with local, regional, and national requirements. Open burning or dumping of this material is prohibited.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Handle product with caution and ensure adequate ventilation. When used as a fertiliser, do not apply directly to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high-water mark. Water used to clean equipment must be disposed of correctly to avoid contamination.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibles

IBCs - Store in its original, labelled, and closed container in dry, shaded, well-ventilated area away from other fertilisers, feedstuffs, and water supplies.

Bulk tanks – Tanks must be well ventilated. Non-seasoned metal should be avoided. pH should be monitored and adjusted as required and tank contents should be circulated regularly to avoid settlement. Vent tanks and purge with air before entry.

Product is incompatible with strong oxidising agents and concentrated nitric acid.

7.3 Specific end uses

Soil improver.

Section 8 - Exposure Control / Personal Protection

8.1 Control Parameters

Formic acid, CAS 64-18-6 Salmon emulsion GTH

IOELV 8hr 9mg/m3 Not established Not established

IOELV Short-term Not established Not established Not established

8.2 Exposure controls –
All PPE should be selected and worn in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Section 14 - Transport Information

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

Section 16 - Other Information

Disclaimer:
The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We do not suggest or guarantee that any hazards listed herein are the only ones which exist. Pelagia (Bressay) Limited makes no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, concerning the safe use of this material in your process or combination with any other substances. Effects can be aggravated by other materials and/or this material may aggravate or add to the effects of other materials. This material may be released from gas, liquid or solid materials made directly or indirectly from it. User has the sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the materials for any use and the manner of use contemplated. User must meet all applicable safety and health standards.

Sea2Soil announces results of recent studies with NIAB and The University of Nottingham

Pelagia UK’s fish hydrolysate brand, Sea2Soil, is excited to announce key findings from its 2024 season farm-set trials and non-replicated conventional study in collaboration with the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB) and The University of Nottingham, respectively.

Testing Sea2Soils’ efficacy against cabbage stem flea beetle (CSFB) damage as well as its impact on worm count, pH, carbon retention, moisture, porosity, and organic matter, these trials have proven that Sea2Soil can:

• Reduce CSFB damage to cotyledons by 32%
• Reduce CSFB damage to leaves by 90%
• Reduce CSFB damage to stems by 59%
• Increase earthworm numbers by 1.85M worms/Ha - 5 times the control
• Increase Soil Organic Matter content to 9.1% vs 6.7% (control soils)
• 1.2% increase in soil carbon content

Beginning at the start of the 2024 season, the non-replicated conventional study took place at The University of Nottingham’s test farm - where Sea2Soil had been applied in its recommended dose for three years (brackets removed), to gather data on Sea2Soil’s impact on worm count, pH, carbon retention, moisture, porosity, and organic matter - while trials were being run at NIAB’s greenhouse testing facility - where Sea2Soil was tested as a deterrent to cabbage stem flea beetle.

Grant James, Business Development Manager at Sea2Soil, said: “We are very excited about these results and are keen to move forward with our distribution plan. Sea2Soil is a very active fish hydrolysate, produced in Scotland from responsibly resourced unused fish by-products and delivered directly to farms throughout the UK. To be able to take this ground-breaking product out to distributors backed by proven data is invaluable.”

Dr Nick Girkin from The University of Nottingham, added: “These results indicate substantial impacts for Sea2Soil on soil physical, chemical and biological properties, likely to benefit crop production. We have identified significant increases in earthworm abundance organic content, pH, soil moisture and porosity.”

Adrian Harris BS, MSc from NIAB, commented: “Sea2Soil showed a significant reduction in the feeding of cabbage stem flea beetles on cotyledons within 2 days of application – several different rates showed a reduction in feeding damage up to 7 to days after application and may convey cover until they senesce.”

Dr Geraldine Fox, Technical Director at Pelagia Ltd, concluded: “We see Sea2Soil as far more than a natural source of nitrogen, but as a soil prebiotic that leads to a healthier soil environment, and better crop health with an increase in microbial activity. For the past three years, we have been refining our process to produce this product, a product we can proudly say delivers on yield responses, reduces reliance on chemical inputs and is farmer friendly, as backed by research.”

The Results in More Detail:

Cabbage Stem Flea Beetle

Conducting greenhouse trials NIAB has been comparing the effects Sea2Soil treated soil has on plant tissues (cotyledons, leaves, stems) from one to 22 days after treatment vs untreated soil. NIAB found:

• At its peak on day 7, cotyledons showed a 32% reduction in feeding scars

Earthworm Count

The research found that:

• Sea2Soil soils had an average earthworm count of 9.0 vs the control soils at 1.6, which is 5 times the number of earthworms

Playing an essential role in agriculture due to their noted key functions - soil aeration, nutrient recycling, improved soil structure, microbial activity stimulation and carbon sequestration; earthworms likely recognising the amino acids and fatty acids in Sea2Soil soil as an easily digestible and nutritious food source.

Soil Porosity and Organic Matter

A critical property of soil that refers to the volume of pore spaces between soil particles, which can be filled with air or water, the size and distribution of these pores have significant implications for various soil functions including maintaining a balance of water, air, and nutrients within the soil, all of which are essential for plant growth, soil health, and the overall functioning of terrestrial ecosystems.

The research demonstrated that soil that had been treated with Sea2Soil was more porous at the surface, and lower depths, far beneath the compaction ridge that forms during conventional farming methods.

During these trials, it was also discovered that soils treated with Sea2Soil saw a significant increase in soil organic matter content at 9.1% vs the control soils at 6.7%.

Soil Carbon Content

With attention around soil carbon content and capture only increasing, playing a critical role in agricultural sustainability and climate mitigation, this phase of research took the time to analyse and explore any potential impact Sea2Soil has.

• Sea2Soil soils had a soil carbon content of 4.65% a significant increase on the control soils at 3.45% (p = 0.003)

These findings are particularly exciting, with the change of 1.2% actually being a substantial shift considering the comparatively short time period Sea2Soil has been detectable in the soil.

Following the announcement of this exciting data, Sea2Soil will be continuing its work with both the Nottingham University Soil Department and NIAB into 2025 to further explore the capabilities of the product through replicated studies as well as extended field trials, respectively.

In light of these results, Sea2Soil is also excited to announce it has new opportunities available for distributors to join their network. Any interested parties are encouraged to register their interest with Grant at grant.james@pelagia.com or by calling 07976 879646.