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The Andersons grows enduring relationships through extraordinary service, a deep knowledge of the market and a knack for finding new ways to add value as we have done for more than 60 years. Founded in 1947 by Harold and Margaret Anderson with a focus of serving local farming community, The Andersons has always been recognized for its ingenuity and focus on the customer.

Publicly traded since 1996 (NASDAQ: ANDE), today The Andersons is a diversified company conducting business across North America in the grain, ethanol, and plant nutrient sectors, railcar leasing, turf and cob products, and consumer retailing.

The Andersons Turf & Specialty Group, originally established in the 1960s to serve the professional turf market, leverages its core competencies in nutrients, formulating, pesticide carrier development and supply chain management to serve some of the biggest global marketers of turf and ornamental products.

Our Mission:We firmly believe that our Company is a powerful vehicle through which we channel our time, talent, and energy in pursuit of the fundamental goal of serving God by serving others.

• Provide extraordinary service to our customers• Help each other improve• Support our communities• Increase the value of our Company

A Focus On Growth And Diversification Since 1947 Humic

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• RIGHT FERTILIZER, at the• RIGHT RATE, at the• RIGHT TIME, and at the• RIGHT PLACE

The Andersons grows enduring relationships through extraordinary service, a deep knowledge of the market and a knack for finding new ways to add value as we have done for more than 60 years. Founded in 1947 by Harold and Margaret Anderson with a focus of serving the local farming community, The Andersons has always been recognized for its ingenuity and focus on the customer.


The Andersons Humic Solutions are distributed and utilized in the turf, horticulture, and agriculture markets. With years of experience o�ering specialty products, The Andersons is recognized worldwide as a leader in advanced technology and nutrient delivery.

Our Mission:We firmly believe that our Company is a powerful vehicle through which we channel our time, talent, and energy in pursuit of the fundamental goal of serving God by serving others. Through our collective action, we greatly magnify the impact of our individual e�orts to:


A Focus On Growth And Diversification Since 1947

The Andersons is a proud partner of 4R Nutrient Stewardship. The 4R philosophy is an innovative and science-based approach that o�ers enhanced environmental protection, improved sustainability, and increased production and farmer profitability. The concept is to use the right fertilizer source, at the right rate, at the right time, with the right placement.

Humic Substances and the Benefits they Provide Humic substances, also referred to as humates, occur as deposits of highly oxidized organic materials. Humate deposits have been oxidized (broken down) over time in the same manner as humus is formed in rich, productive soils. As a result, humates provide a concentrated source of naturally occurring humus. Humates also contain a high concentration of humic acid, which is one of the most biologically active and beneficial components. The term humic acid generally refers to the complete group of humic fractions which include fulvic, humic and humin acids. Each of these humic fractions has some similar and some unique physical and chemical properties that add to their e�ectiveness. Humates impart many benefits to both soil and plants that can result in improved vigor, health and increased yield. The use of humates in agriculture, horticulture and turf management continues to grow at a rapid pace.

What is Humic Acid?Humic acid is a natural soil conditioner that acts as an organic chelator and microbial stimulator. It has a unique carbon matrix which includes a high concentration of trace minerals and organic acids. As a result of these properties, humic acid enhances the plant's ability to take in essential nutrients and improve soil structure. There are three humic fractions, each with distinct characteristics that work together to improve soil and plant health.

Fulvic Acids are lower in molecular weight and the most soluble of the three fractions. They can be readily absorbed by leaves and roots. Fulvic acids enhance the absorption of nutrients and the e�ciency of plant metabolic reactions.

Humic Acids are higher in molecular weight and moder-ately soluble. They have a high cation exchange capacity (CEC) and are typically more e�cient as a soil application. Humic acid molecules chelate many essential nutrients and help stimulate soil microbiology.

Humins have the highest molecular weight and therefore the lowest solubility which allows them to persist in the soil over time. They contain high levels of carbon and have large nutrient holding capacity.

The Three Humic Fractions - A Naturally Derived Bio-Organic Carbon Source

Foliar Uptake

Soil UptakeFULVICACIDS

HUMICACIDS HUMINS

Highly Soluble Insoluble

TEAM UP The Andersons Humic Solutions -promoting nutrient e�ciency and soil health as part of a grower’s liquid or granular fertilizer program.

The Andersons Humic Solutions function together, with the soil chemistry,

working to release “tied up” soil nutrients or sequestering applied nutrients

and increasing root growth.

When used in fertilizer programs that combine liquid and granular

application, The Andersons Humic Solutions are ideally suited to use over a

wide variety of crops and application equipment. The “team” of Andersons

Humic products can blended in granular or liquid fertilizer, spread or

through irrigation.

These products provide greater flexibility in programming your fertilizer and

soil amendment applications. They can be timed to coincide with critical

plant growth periods from planting to harvest. Our Dispersing Granule (DG)

and Soluble Granule (SG) technologies allow use of humic acid in key liquid

or granular applications in plant growing cycle. The advanced delivery

technology is designed to reduce costs by combining applications and

other benefits.

TEAM UP with your local representative from The Andersons or your crop consultant to develop a program to complement your conventional plant nutrition applications.

The Humic ValuatorTM - See the Value of The Andersons Humic Solutions!

The Andersons has developed a free, easy to use, downloadable app we call the Humic Valuator.

This app is designed to compare The Andersons

Humic Solutions products against competitive

products, with the goal of showing the true value of

The Andersons high-tech humates.

Simply download the Humic Valuator from the App

Store, choose your product and fill in some basic

information about the comparison product. Then

the Humic Valuator will provide a true cost in use

comparison. The app works for SG, DG, liquid

and dry products.

Download the app today and see for yourself the true value of The Andersons Humic Solutions.

COMPARE& SAVE!

The Andersons Humic Valuator is available

FREEin the app store!

Fulvic acids are highly soluble and well suited for foliar application, while humins are insoluble and better utilized in the soil. Humic acids are moderate in solubility and may have a limited benefit as a foliar application, and will work well as a soil application.

Humic Acid Precursor - A Plant Based Organic Carbon Source

In addition to the three humic fractions,humic products utilizing The Andersons Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology contain a unique and powerful ingredient we call humic acid precursor.

Humic Acid Provides Many Benefits Leading to Improved Soil and Plant Health

• Provides an oxidized carbon source which stimulates the soil microbiology and beneficial organisms, leading to a positive impact on soil pH

• Enhances e�ciency of soil and applied nutrients while increasing uptake of N & P

• Chelates soil micronutrients, increasing their availability to the plant

• Increases CEC and improves productivity of low organic matter soils

• Increases root mass, density and functionality

• Retains soil moisture and enables better water penetration in the soil, resulting in reduced water requirement

The Andersons o�ers a complete range of humic products for use in either dry or liquid application. The table below summarizes our products and the humic fractions they contain.

The Andersons O�ers the BestSolutions for Both Liquid andDry Applications

DG granules are engineered to be applied with all types

of application equipment:

• Broadcast spreaders• Air drill / Strip till• In furrow• Blended with fertilizer

SG granules can be dissolved in a variety of solutions

and applied with all types of application equipment:

• Sprayers• Fertigation• Injectors• Drip Irrigation

UltraMate SG

BIOCHEMICALREACTIONSIN THE SOIL

HUMIC ACIDPRECURSOR

FULVICACIDS

HUMICACIDS

Product Form Application % Humic Humic Fulvic Humic Humin Method Acid Acid Acid Acid Precursor

Dispersing Granule Dry Applied 70% X X X X


Soluble Granule Liquid Applied 70% X X


UltraMate SG

% Humic Acid claim is based on the A&L method

K-Mate SGTM K-Mate SG is a super concentrated soluble granule (SG) formulation of potassium humate. The uniform granules are easy to handle and easy to mix. These 99% humic acid soluble granules provide maximum e�ciency in solutions ranging from 6-12 pH.

K-Mate SG contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids. It allows plants to utilize applied N and P and micronutrients more e�ciently, reducing leaching and improving soil structure.

Features and Benefits of K-Mate SG

• Super concentrated soluble granule containing 99% humic acid

• 1 lb. K-Mate SG is equivalent to 1 gal. of 12% liquid humic acid

• Dissolves rapidly in solutions ranging from 6-12 pH

• Contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids, along with

14% potassium

• Can be applied through a wide range of application methods, including

sprayers, drip irrigation, fertigation and in furrow

• Easy to handle and cost e�ective; provides up to 87.5% savings in freight

and storage versus conventional liquid humic acid products

• One ton of K-Mate SG is equivalent to eight 250 gallon totes of

12% liquid humic acid

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Product Specifications

Product Type: 100% water soluble granuleHumic Acid 99% humic acid (A&L method) Content: Soluble Potash: 14% Sulfonated: NoMoisture: 10%Bulk Density: 43 lbs/cu ftPackage Size: 50 lb poly bag

Always read and follow label directions.For more information and for a complete label, visit www.andersonshumates.com.

Product Usage Information

Spray

Drip irrigation

Fertigation

Root injection

Hydroponics

Sub-irrigation

Application Rate Per Acre

Field Crops (2 x 2) 1.0-3.0 lbs

Field Crops (broadcast spray) 1.0-10.0 lbs

Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops 1.0-10.0 lbs (broadcast spray)

Established General Turf 1.0-10.0 lbs

Landscape Plants (broadcast spray) 2.1 lbs per 100 gallons of water

Root Injection 1.2 lbs per 100 gallons of water

High-Tech Humates

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CalciumCa

Humic DG is a dispersing granule humic acid product, utilizing Andersons' patented Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology.

Humic DG contains 70% humic acid and 10% humic acid precursor. DG Technology creates a dust free, spherical, ultra dry particle that rapidly disperses into thousands of microparticles, upon contact with moisture. Humic DG’s increased surface area, when compared to screened humate, creates greater availability to the plant. Humic DG performs in a wide range of conditions and soil types, independent of application method.

Features and Benefits of Humic DG

• Dual carbon sources are unique to The Andersons DG humic products • Contains a complete spectrum of humic substances, as compared to liquid humic acids • Blends with all fertilizers, including urea• 4X more e�cient than screened humate• Promotes good soil structure and increases the water holding capacity of soil • Enhances root system development• Easy to handle and spread through all types of application equipment• Economical cost in use

Best value: Humic DGprovides more than 3x the humic acid content at half the cost.

Black Gypsum DG is a unique bio-amendment that combines natural dihydrate gypsum and humate into a homogenous dispersing granule (DG). The DG microparticles enhance nutrient availability with direct delivery of key nutrients to the plant.

Features and Benefits of Black Gypsum DG

• Dual carbon sources are unique to The Andersons DG humic products

• Contains a complete spectrum of humic substances as compared to

liquid humic acids

• Contains soluble calcium sulfate dihydrate (12% calcium, 8.9% sulfur)

• Combines two naturally occurring products (gypsum and humate),

enhancing the plant’s ability to take in essential nutrients and

reducing toxic elements in the soil

• Blends with all fertilizers, including urea

• Improves the ability to handle [what are typically] hard to handle soil

amendments (gypsum and humate)

Humic DGTM Black Gypsum DGTM

DISPERSIBLE (DG)


Product Type: Dispersing granule humic acidHumic Acid Content: 70% (A&L method)Humic Acid Precursor Content: 10%Particle Size: 75 SGN, 240 SGNMoisture Content: 7-9%Bulk Density: 43-45 lbs/cu ftRTA: 90%+Package Size: 40 lb poly bag 2,000 lb bulk bag


Product Usage Information Broadcast Spread

In Furrow

2 x 2

Blended

Air Drill / Strip Till


Field Crops (in furrow) 10 lbs

Field Crops (broadcast) 40-200 lbs

Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops (broadcast) 40-200 lbs

Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops (row acre) 10-40 lbs

Established Turf 40-200 lbs

Newly Seeded Turf 20-80 lbs

Hydro Seeding 20-80 lbs

Landscape Plants 40-80 lbs

Bulk Soil Mix & Back Fill 2-10 lbs/cu yd


Field Crops (in furrow) 10-15 lbs







Landscape Plants 1 cup per caliper inch



Product Type: Dispersing granule soil amendmentHumic Acid Content: 21% (A&L method)Humic Acid Precursor Content: 10%Gypsum Content: 65%Particle Size: 75 SGN, 240 SGNMoisture Content: 3-7%Bulk Density: 48-50 lbs/cu ftRTA: 90%+Package Size: 50 lb poly bag 2,000 lb bulk bag



In Furrow

2 x 2

Blended


Our products feature technology that provides both superior handling characteristics and enhanced performance.

UltraMate SG

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The Andersons Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology creates spherical, dust free and ultra dry particles. These granules rapidly disperse upon contact with soil moisture, creating tens of thousands of microparticles, which greatly increases surface area and allows for faster breakdown and availability of the humic substances.

The Andersons Soluble Granule (SG) technology is a unique, highly concentrated, water soluble granule formulation. Soluble granules are easy to use, and when combined with water or liquid fertilizer, they rapidly dissolve into a complete solution.

Soluble granules have many advantages when compared to powders and liquids, including:

• Clean and easy to handle, as compared to powders

• Easy to mix and rapidly solubilize

• Highly concentrated, which reduces both shipping and storage costs,

when compared to liquid formulations

• Eliminate the need to ship and store water

• Can be applied through a variety of application equipment including

sprayers, tank mixes, fertigation, injectors, drip irrigation and other

liquid applicators

When dissolved in water, The Andersons’ soluble granules (above, left) dissolve more rapidly and completely than the competitor’s (above, right).

When dissolved in liquid fertilizer, The Andersons’ sulfonated soluble granules (above, left) dissolve rapidly and completely. The competitor’s (above, right) will not dissolve due to low pH.

UltraMate SG is a highly concentrated, sulfonated soluble granule (SG) formulation of sulfonated potassium humate. UltraMate SG granules are uniform, easy to handle and easy to mix. These granules dissolve rapidly into solutions with pH ranging from 2-12 to provide maximum flexibility for tank mixes or single application.

UltraMate SG contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids. Allows plants to utilize applied N, P and micro-nutrients more e�ciently, reducing leaching and improving soil structure.

Features and Benefits of UltraMate SG

• Highly concentrated soluble granule containing 70% humic acid

• 1.6 lbs. of UltraMate SG is equivalent to 1 gal. of 12% liquid humic acid

• Dissolves rapidly in fertilizer solutions and water based tank mixes

ranging from pH 2-12

• Contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids along with 14%

potassium and 6% sulfur



• Easy to handle and cost e�ective; provides up to 80% savings in freight


• One ton of UltraMate SG is roughly equivalent to six 250 gallon totes

of 12% liquid humic acid

UltraMate SGTM

The bottom line: Humic DG provides better performance than screened humate, at one fourth the typical rate.

SOLUBLE (SG)

Soluble Granule (SG) Technology

Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology

Wheat Leaf Count at 62 DAT (grown in a sand medium)

DG Technology Improves E�cacyHumic DG vs. Screened Humate

Humic DG (Large Particle) 25#/Acre

Greater leaf count in wheat treated with 25 #/A Humic DG compared to those treated with 100 #/A screened humate.

Screened Humate (1-3 mm) @ 100#/Acre

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DG granules are designed to be ultra dry, which allows for successful blending with all types of dry fertilizers, including urea.

DG Technology creates uniform, spherical granules that are clean, dust free and easy to handle. DG granules can be spread evenly and consistently through all types of application equipment.

Competitor’s dry humic acid product is dusty, non uniform and contains up to 20% moisture, making it hard to handle and di�cult to spread.

BLENDED WITHUREA FERTILIZER 4 e�ective


Product Type: 100% soluble granuleHumic Acid 70% humic acid (A&L method)Content: Sulfonated: Yes, 6% sulfurSoluble Potash: 14%Moisture: 4%Bulk Density: 51 lbs/cu ftPackage Size: 30 lb poly bag 2 x 6 lb case



Blended with Low pH Fertilizer Solutions

Spray

Drip Irrigation

Fertigation

Root Injection

Hydroponics

Sub-Irrigation

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Field Crops (in furrow or 2 x 2) 0.50-3.0 lbs


Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops 0.50-11.0 lbs(broadcast spray)

Established General Turf 24-32 ounces

Greens and Tees Maintenance 24-32 ounces



UltraMate SG UltraMate SG

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High-Tech Humates

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CarbonC

CarbonC

PotassiumK

PotassiumK

CarbonC

CarbonC

SulfurS

SulfurS

CalciumCa

Humic DG is a dispersing granule humic acid product, utilizing Andersons' patented Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology.

Humic DG contains 70% humic acid and 10% humic acid precursor. DG Technology creates a dust free, spherical, ultra dry particle that rapidly disperses into thousands of microparticles, upon contact with moisture. Humic DG’s increased surface area, when compared to screened humate, creates greater availability to the plant. Humic DG performs in a wide range of conditions and soil types, independent of application method.

Features and Benefits of Humic DG

• Dual carbon sources are unique to The Andersons DG humic products • Contains a complete spectrum of humic substances, as compared to liquid humic acids • Blends with all fertilizers, including urea• 4X more e�cient than screened humate• Promotes good soil structure and increases the water holding capacity of soil • Enhances root system development• Easy to handle and spread through all types of application equipment• Economical cost in use

Best value: Humic DGprovides more than 3x the humic acid content at half the cost.

Black Gypsum DG is a unique bio-amendment that combines natural dihydrate gypsum and humate into a homogenous dispersing granule (DG). The DG microparticles enhance nutrient availability with direct delivery of key nutrients to the plant.

Features and Benefits of Black Gypsum DG

• Dual carbon sources are unique to The Andersons DG humic products

• Contains a complete spectrum of humic substances as compared to

liquid humic acids

• Contains soluble calcium sulfate dihydrate (12% calcium, 8.9% sulfur)

• Combines two naturally occurring products (gypsum and humate),

enhancing the plant’s ability to take in essential nutrients and

reducing toxic elements in the soil

• Blends with all fertilizers, including urea

• Improves the ability to handle [what are typically] hard to handle soil

amendments (gypsum and humate)

Humic DGTM Black Gypsum DGTM

DISPERSIBLE (DG)


Product Type: Dispersing granule humic acidHumic Acid Content: 70% (A&L method)Humic Acid Precursor Content: 10%Particle Size: 75 SGN, 240 SGNMoisture Content: 7-9%Bulk Density: 43-45 lbs/cu ftRTA: 90%+Package Size: 40 lb poly bag 2,000 lb bulk bag



In Furrow

2 x 2

Blended



Field Crops (in furrow) 10 lbs







Landscape Plants 40-80 lbs



Field Crops (in furrow) 10-15 lbs







Landscape Plants 1 cup per caliper inch



Product Type: Dispersing granule soil amendmentHumic Acid Content: 21% (A&L method)Humic Acid Precursor Content: 10%Gypsum Content: 65%Particle Size: 75 SGN, 240 SGNMoisture Content: 3-7%Bulk Density: 48-50 lbs/cu ftRTA: 90%+Package Size: 50 lb poly bag 2,000 lb bulk bag



In Furrow

2 x 2

Blended


Our products feature technology that provides both superior handling characteristics and enhanced performance.

UltraMate SG

1.05

MO

RE

INF

O

The Andersons Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology creates spherical, dust free and ultra dry particles. These granules rapidly disperse upon contact with soil moisture, creating tens of thousands of microparticles, which greatly increases surface area and allows for faster breakdown and availability of the humic substances.

The Andersons Soluble Granule (SG) technology is a unique, highly concentrated, water soluble granule formulation. Soluble granules are easy to use, and when combined with water or liquid fertilizer, they rapidly dissolve into a complete solution.

Soluble granules have many advantages when compared to powders and liquids, including:

• Clean and easy to handle, as compared to powders

• Easy to mix and rapidly solubilize

• Highly concentrated, which reduces both shipping and storage costs,

when compared to liquid formulations

• Eliminate the need to ship and store water

• Can be applied through a variety of application equipment including

sprayers, tank mixes, fertigation, injectors, drip irrigation and other

liquid applicators

When dissolved in water, The Andersons’ soluble granules (above, left) dissolve more rapidly and completely than the competitor’s (above, right).

When dissolved in liquid fertilizer, The Andersons’ sulfonated soluble granules (above, left) dissolve rapidly and completely. The competitor’s (above, right) will not dissolve due to low pH.

UltraMate SG is a highly concentrated, sulfonated soluble granule (SG) formulation of sulfonated potassium humate. UltraMate SG granules are uniform, easy to handle and easy to mix. These granules dissolve rapidly into solutions with pH ranging from 2-12 to provide maximum flexibility for tank mixes or single application.

UltraMate SG contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids. Allows plants to utilize applied N, P and micro-nutrients more e�ciently, reducing leaching and improving soil structure.

Features and Benefits of UltraMate SG

• Highly concentrated soluble granule containing 70% humic acid

• 1.6 lbs. of UltraMate SG is equivalent to 1 gal. of 12% liquid humic acid

• Dissolves rapidly in fertilizer solutions and water based tank mixes

ranging from pH 2-12

• Contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids along with 14%

potassium and 6% sulfur



• Easy to handle and cost e�ective; provides up to 80% savings in freight


• One ton of UltraMate SG is roughly equivalent to six 250 gallon totes

of 12% liquid humic acid

UltraMate SGTM

The bottom line: Humic DG provides better performance than screened humate, at one fourth the typical rate.

SOLUBLE (SG)

Soluble Granule (SG) Technology

Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology

Wheat Leaf Count at 62 DAT (grown in a sand medium)

DG Technology Improves E�cacyHumic DG vs. Screened Humate

Humic DG (Large Particle) 25#/Acre

Greater leaf count in wheat treated with 25 #/A Humic DG compared to those treated with 100 #/A screened humate.

Screened Humate (1-3 mm) @ 100#/Acre

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Treatments

18

17

16

15

14

13

12

11

10

Dispersible

Spreadable

Blendable

Seeing is Believing

DG granules are designed to be ultra dry, which allows for successful blending with all types of dry fertilizers, including urea.

DG Technology creates uniform, spherical granules that are clean, dust free and easy to handle. DG granules can be spread evenly and consistently through all types of application equipment.

Competitor’s dry humic acid product is dusty, non uniform and contains up to 20% moisture, making it hard to handle and di�cult to spread.

BLENDED WITHUREA FERTILIZER 4 e�ective


Product Type: 100% soluble granuleHumic Acid 70% humic acid (A&L method)Content: Sulfonated: Yes, 6% sulfurSoluble Potash: 14%Moisture: 4%Bulk Density: 51 lbs/cu ftPackage Size: 30 lb poly bag 2 x 6 lb case



Blended with Low pH Fertilizer Solutions

Spray

Drip Irrigation

Fertigation

Root Injection

Hydroponics

Sub-Irrigation

SOLUBLE

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Field Crops (in furrow or 2 x 2) 0.50-3.0 lbs


Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops 0.50-11.0 lbs(broadcast spray)

Established General Turf 24-32 ounces

Greens and Tees Maintenance 24-32 ounces



UltraMate SG UltraMate SG

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K-Mate SGTM K-Mate SG is a super concentrated soluble granule (SG) formulation of potassium humate. The uniform granules are easy to handle and easy to mix. These 99% humic acid soluble granules provide maximum e�ciency in solutions ranging from 6-12 pH.

K-Mate SG contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids. It allows plants to utilize applied N and P and micronutrients more e�ciently, reducing leaching and improving soil structure.

Features and Benefits of K-Mate SG

• Super concentrated soluble granule containing 99% humic acid

• 1 lb. K-Mate SG is equivalent to 1 gal. of 12% liquid humic acid

• Dissolves rapidly in solutions ranging from 6-12 pH

• Contains a combination of fulvic and humic acids, along with

14% potassium



• Easy to handle and cost e�ective; provides up to 87.5% savings in freight


• One ton of K-Mate SG is equivalent to eight 250 gallon totes of

12% liquid humic acid

SOLUBLE

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PERSIB

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Technology DrivesPerformance


Product Type: 100% water soluble granuleHumic Acid 99% humic acid (A&L method) Content: Soluble Potash: 14% Sulfonated: NoMoisture: 10%Bulk Density: 43 lbs/cu ftPackage Size: 50 lb poly bag



Spray

Drip irrigation

Fertigation

Root injection

Hydroponics

Sub-irrigation


Field Crops (2 x 2) 1.0-3.0 lbs


Fruit, Vegetables and Specialty Crops 1.0-10.0 lbs (broadcast spray)

Established General Turf 1.0-10.0 lbs



Humic Acid Precursor - A Plant Based Organic Carbon Source

In addition to the three humic fractions,humic products utilizing The Andersons Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology contain a unique and powerful ingredient we call humic acid precursor.

Humic Acid Provides Many Benefits Leading to Improved Soil and Plant Health

• Provides an oxidized carbon source which stimulates the soil microbiology and beneficial organisms, leading to a positive impact on soil pH

• Enhances e�ciency of soil and applied nutrients while increasing uptake of N & P

• Chelates soil micronutrients, increasing their availability to the plant

• Increases CEC and improves productivity of low organic matter soils

• Increases root mass, density and functionality

• Retains soil moisture and enables better water penetration in the soil, resulting in reduced water requirement

The Andersons o�ers a complete range of humic products for use in either dry or liquid application. The table below summarizes our products and the humic fractions they contain.

The Andersons O�ers the BestSolutions for Both Liquid andDry Applications

DG granules are engineered to be applied with all types

of application equipment:

• Broadcast spreaders• Air drill / Strip till• In furrow• Blended with fertilizer

SG granules can be dissolved in a variety of solutions

and applied with all types of application equipment:

• Sprayers• Fertigation• Injectors• Drip Irrigation

UltraMate SG

BIOCHEMICALREACTIONSIN THE SOIL

HUMIC ACIDPRECURSOR

FULVICACIDS

HUMICACIDS

Product Form Application % Humic Humic Fulvic Humic Humin Method Acid Acid Acid Acid Precursor





UltraMate SG

% Humic Acid claim is based on the A&L method

Humic Substances and the Benefits they Provide Humic substances, also referred to as humates, occur as deposits of highly oxidized organic materials. Humate deposits have been oxidized (broken down) over time in the same manner as humus is formed in rich, productive soils. As a result, humates provide a concentrated source of naturally occurring humus. Humates also contain a high concentration of humic acid, which is one of the most biologically active and beneficial components. The term humic acid generally refers to the complete group of humic fractions which include fulvic, humic and humin acids. Each of these humic fractions has some similar and some unique physical and chemical properties that add to their e�ectiveness. Humates impart many benefits to both soil and plants that can result in improved vigor, health and increased yield. The use of humates in agriculture, horticulture and turf management continues to grow at a rapid pace.

What is Humic Acid?Humic acid is a natural soil conditioner that acts as an organic chelator and microbial stimulator. It has a unique carbon matrix which includes a high concentration of trace minerals and organic acids. As a result of these properties, humic acid enhances the plant's ability to take in essential nutrients and improve soil structure. There are three humic fractions, each with distinct characteristics that work together to improve soil and plant health.

Fulvic Acids are lower in molecular weight and the most soluble of the three fractions. They can be readily absorbed by leaves and roots. Fulvic acids enhance the absorption of nutrients and the e�ciency of plant metabolic reactions.

Humic Acids are higher in molecular weight and moder-ately soluble. They have a high cation exchange capacity (CEC) and are typically more e�cient as a soil application. Humic acid molecules chelate many essential nutrients and help stimulate soil microbiology.

Humins have the highest molecular weight and therefore the lowest solubility which allows them to persist in the soil over time. They contain high levels of carbon and have large nutrient holding capacity.

The Three Humic Fractions - A Naturally Derived Bio-Organic Carbon Source

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HUMICACIDS HUMINS

Highly Soluble Insoluble

TEAM UP The Andersons Humic Solutions -promoting nutrient e�ciency and soil health as part of a grower’s liquid or granular fertilizer program.

The Andersons Humic Solutions function together, with the soil chemistry,

working to release “tied up” soil nutrients or sequestering applied nutrients

and increasing root growth.

When used in fertilizer programs that combine liquid and granular

application, The Andersons Humic Solutions are ideally suited to use over a

wide variety of crops and application equipment. The “team” of Andersons

Humic products can blended in granular or liquid fertilizer, spread or

through irrigation.

These products provide greater flexibility in programming your fertilizer and

soil amendment applications. They can be timed to coincide with critical

plant growth periods from planting to harvest. Our Dispersing Granule (DG)

and Soluble Granule (SG) technologies allow use of humic acid in key liquid

or granular applications in plant growing cycle. The advanced delivery

technology is designed to reduce costs by combining applications and

other benefits.

TEAM UP with your local representative from The Andersons or your crop consultant to develop a program to complement your conventional plant nutrition applications.

The Humic ValuatorTM - See the Value of The Andersons Humic Solutions!

The Andersons has developed a free, easy to use, downloadable app we call the Humic Valuator.

This app is designed to compare The Andersons

Humic Solutions products against competitive

products, with the goal of showing the true value of

The Andersons high-tech humates.

Simply download the Humic Valuator from the App

Store, choose your product and fill in some basic

information about the comparison product. Then

the Humic Valuator will provide a true cost in use

comparison. The app works for SG, DG, liquid

and dry products.

Download the app today and see for yourself the true value of The Andersons Humic Solutions.

COMPARE& SAVE!

The Andersons Humic Valuator is available

FREEin the app store!

Fulvic acids are highly soluble and well suited for foliar application, while humins are insoluble and better utilized in the soil. Humic acids are moderate in solubility and may have a limited benefit as a foliar application, and will work well as a soil application.

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The Andersons grows enduring relationships through extraordinary service, a deep knowledge of the market and a knack for finding new ways to add value as we have done for more than 60 years. Founded in 1947 by Harold and Margaret Anderson with a focus of serving local farming community, The Andersons has always been recognized for its ingenuity and focus on the customer.


The Andersons Turf & Specialty Group, originally established in the 1960s to serve the professional turf market, leverages its core competencies in nutrients, formulating, pesticide carrier development and supply chain management to serve some of the biggest global marketers of turf and ornamental products.

Our Mission:We firmly believe that our Company is a powerful vehicle through which we channel our time, talent, and energy in pursuit of the fundamental goal of serving God by serving others.


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The Andersons grows enduring relationships through extraordinary service, a deep knowledge of the market and a knack for finding new ways to add value as we have done for more than 60 years. Founded in 1947 by Harold and Margaret Anderson with a focus of serving the local farming community, The Andersons has always been recognized for its ingenuity and focus on the customer.


The Andersons Humic Solutions are distributed and utilized in the turf, horticulture, and agriculture markets. With years of experience o�ering specialty products, The Andersons is recognized worldwide as a leader in advanced technology and nutrient delivery.

Our Mission:We firmly believe that our Company is a powerful vehicle through which we channel our time, talent, and energy in pursuit of the fundamental goal of serving God by serving others. Through our collective action, we greatly magnify the impact of our individual e�orts to:


A Focus On Growth And Diversification Since 1947

The Andersons is a proud partner of 4R Nutrient Stewardship. The 4R philosophy is an innovative and science-based approach that o�ers enhanced environmental protection, improved sustainability, and increased production and farmer profitability. The concept is to use the right fertilizer source, at the right rate, at the right time, with the right placement.

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