“I stumbled on TM (in 2015) and it has done a wonderful job on improving the soil biology. Since using TM we have never had a problem with grain size, weight and screenings.”
-Terry Blanch-
Benefits of Using BEST Product :-
Improved Crop Performance despite low rainfall condition
- Good yield of average 1.5 tonnes/ha
- Good grain quality of 67 kg/hl
- Enhanced drought resilience
- Low screening, less than 1%
- High protein content reaching 11.5%
- Improve resistant toward fungi and diseases
Enhanced Soil Health
- Activates soil biology
- Improved soil structure
- Reduced fertiliser rate by 30%
- Reduced chemical use
Increased Economic
- Cost-effective (benefits beyond $25/ha/year cost)
Report Summary
Terry Blanch, a farmer in drought-stricken northern NSW, achieved exceptional results with his barley crop by utilising a prebiotic biostimulant, BEST TM Agricultural (TM Ag). Despite receiving only 37mm of in-crop rainfall, his 162ha barley crop yielded an impressive average of 1.5 tonnes/ha, with screenings below 1%, a test weight of 67 hectolitres, and a protein content of 11.5%.
Blanch discovered TM Ag in 2015 and credits it with significantly improving soil biology. Since its introduction, he has consistently achieved optimal grain size, weight, and screenings. The rejuvenated soil health, evidenced by enhanced soil structure and increased crop resilience to drought, has enabled Blanch to reduce fertiliser use by 30% and eliminate the need for fungicides. TM Ag aligns with Blanch’s concerns about product safety and supports his vision for sustainable farming.
Blanch justifies the profitability of TM Ag by stating, “The increased test weights and low screenings are enough to pay the $25/ha cost of TM per year. The benefits are tenfold, and you get it back over and over again – it’s like a silent achiever.” He concludes that the improvement in crop quality alone makes the product cost-effective, with additional benefits further boosting profitability.
This case study highlights the potential of TM Ag prebiotic biostimulants to enhance crop performance, improve soil health, and advance sustainable agricultural practices.
