What do Bacillus subtilis eat?
A. The main food sources for Bacillus subtilis are 1) the sugars being released by the plant roots and 2) carbon from dead root cells. • Q. Is it true that Bacillus subtilis improves the root system of the plant? A. Yes. By cleaning up old and dead roots, the Bacillus subtilis actually function as root “cleaners.” They also produce hormones that have been shown to increase root branching, mass, and length. • Q. What other benefits does Bacillus subtilis GB03 provide to the plant? A. You’ll have stronger, healthier plants (“from the root up”). Plants with a healthier root system are better able to take up and use nutrients. • Q. What effects does Bacillus subtilis GB03 have on nutrients? A. Bacillus subtilis GB03 produce enzymes that help free up minor elements in the nutrients, making them available for plant uptake. • Q. Can Companion be applied through irrigation systems? A. Yes. Companion can be applied without fear of clogging through even the most sensitive irrigation equipment. •
