Foster is a premier microbial-based fertilizer catalyst.
Product Overview
Foster enhances microbial diversity in the soil and nutrient mineralization surrounding the root system, increasing nutrient uptake. With a high CFU count and flexible application, it maximizes fertilizer efficiency and delivers a strong return on investment.
MICROBIAL DIVERSITY
Features sources of bacteria derived from agricultural soils in the U.S.
NUTRIENT RELEASE
Accelerates the breakdown of minerals and organic material around the root zone, increasing availability for plant uptake
FLEXIBLE APPLICATION
Applies soil broadcast, starter, seed treatment, early post, or side-dress
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Frequently asked questions
What is Foster?
Foster FC and Foster Liquid are microbial-based fertilizer catalysts designed to enhance soil health, improve nutrient availability, and increase crop yield potential.
What are the main benefits of using Foster products?
- Improves microbial diversity in the soil
- Enhances nutrient mineralization and uptake
- Drives plant vigor and optimizes yield potential
- Maximizes fertilizer efficiency and return on investment
What makes Foster unique?
- Derived from bacterial strains in U.S. agricultural soils, resilient to biotic and abiotic stresses
- Delivers a significantly higher CFU count than the industry average
- Produced from “parent” cells selected after over 1,000 tests
- Offers a multi-year shelf life
How is Foster applied?
- Flexible for addition into any pass with a liquid carrier
- Foster FC use rate: 4 grams per acre
- Foster Liquid use rate: 4 fl oz per acre
What is the shelf life of Foster products?
- Foster FC: 5-year shelf life
- Foster Liquid: 2+ year shelf life
Is Foster compatible with other products?
Yes, it has excellent tank-mix compatibility with commonly used in-furrow starters and has shown stability with fertilizers, additives, and pesticides. Always conduct a jar test prior to mixing large quantities for application.