Give Your Soil and Wastewater ‘Bugs’ the Nutritional Boost They Need
May 20, 2025
“Did you take your vitamins today?” Just like people need nutrients, so do the microbes in your wastewater and soil. Bionetix® International is here to help you make sure your “bugs” are well-nourished with MACRO N/P™.
Why Do Macronutrients Matter?
Beneficial bacteria need the right balance of nitrogen and phosphorus to support cell growth, metabolism, enzyme synthesis, and energy production, among other functions. Without these nutrients, microbial growth and activity are sluggish. Wastewater does not fully biodegrade. Contaminated soil stays contaminated. On the other hand, too much nitrogen can cause problems and slow down the cleanup process. That is why it is important to be able to recognize nutrient deficiency and stimulate microbial activity with the right proportion of nitrogen and phosphorus when needed.
Signs of Nutrient Deficiency
Nutrient deficiency is very common in petroleum contaminated soil, which requires an optimal level of 136 mg/kg of nitrogen to support bioremediation. In wastewater, nutrient deficiency most commonly appears in industrial sewage (rather than municipal waste), affected by low-nutrient effluents such as those from paper mills or palm oil mills, or fluctuations in the use of cleaning chemicals. Such nitrogen/phosphorus deficiencies can manifest themselves in excess sludge, poor flocculation, and slimy gray foam. Manure lagoons and compost piles that have dried out over time also tend to be deficient in the macronutrients nitrogen and phosphorus.
Solving Nutrient Deficiency with MACRO N/P™
Once identified, these problems are relatively easy to solve with nutritional supplements like MACRO N/P™. MACRO N/P™ offers a nitrogen-phosphorus ratio of 5:1, which is typically the ideal balance to stimulate healthy microbial growth. David S. Llano (Inside Sales Rep & Product Support at Bionetix® International), explained why this is the case: “Microbes need more nitrogen than phosphorus for making enzymes, proteins, and nucleic acids, but both are essential. A ~5:1 N:P ratio maximizes microbial activity without leaving excess nutrients that could cause environmental harm.”
If you think your soil, wastewater, manure, or compost piles need some biostimulation this year, contact your Bionetix® representative today to check nutrient levels and get expert dosing recommendations!
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