THE HIBRIX SYSTEM OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE.

Narenbeen Farm Trial Report 2005 (485k pdf)

Brocc Data July 2005

Grain and hay growers. Check out this technological breakthrough!

Key Points

Both laboratory and field trials indicate substantial yield increases are available using the Hibrix System.
The Hibrix chelator was discovered by the late David Menne during experiments to extract minerals using bacteria. An outstanding chemist, David developed the product, but died before the project reached fruition.
When used as part of what now is known as the 'Hibrix System', the Hibrix Chelator delivers the output of microbes to plants, with great efficiency, allowing the plant to operate much closer to its potential.
Those who follow the system report increased grain yield, better quality grain and sweeter greener hay.

WHAT IS THE HIBRIX SYSTEM?

The Hibrix System is a sequential system in soil preparation aiming to achieve a balanced soil and improved nutrient delivery to the plant root, by means of Hibrix Chelator and selected microbes. The following five processes are collectively known as the Hibrix System.

1. Full soil analysis of the ground to be used.

2. Balancing the soil pH, and addressing trace element deficiencies to satisfy Liebig's Law of the Minimum.

3. Using mineral fertiliser instead of 'normal' acidic fertilizers, which are liable to impair development of microbes in the soil.

4.Addition of carefully selected microbes.

5. Addition of Hibrix Chelator.

The Hibrix system requires no change in machinery. At this time mineral fertilizers are only available in granular form, but liquid fertilizers will be available in 2006. Microbes are applied as a seed dressing and the Hibrix Chelator is sprayed on with water. By 2007 all the ingredients will be in a one-pass granule or liquid.

The soil tests are relatively inexpensive and the balancing of the soil is usually simple and affordable. The total mineral and fertiliser package costs less than the standard chemical fertiliser. The Hibrix Chelator retails at $40 per hectare.

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE HIBRIX SYSTEM?

(a). Yield increases, perhaps to 40% are possible. Farming has numerous variables, but with the enhanced delivery of nutrients to the plant, some increase in yield normally occurs.

(b). Reduction in frost damage. The high brix or sugar content, reduces temperature extremes damage.

(c). Saving on pesticide purchase. The high brix level and increased silica content make plants very resistant to pests. This is a major saving.

(d). Microbes, almost totally absent under the acid chemical regime, revive and begin the rebuilding of the humus as added carbon provides a habitat. Minerals consumed by microbes are delivered to the plant by the Hibrix Chelator.

(e). The rebuilt humus retains many times its own volume of water. This is very significant in dry land farming. With less water flowing to the water table, pollution is reduced and soil erosion is slowed.

(f). Water retention in the humus is the final solution to salinity.

(g). The resultant 'Hibrix grain' is higher quality and 'Hibrix Hay' is greener, and sweeter. This is what the market is demanding; better food for man and beast. Hibrix products will bring a premium in the market.

WHAT FARMER CAN AFFORD TO IGNORE SUCH AN OPPORTUNITY?

Astute farmers will test the system on their own farms. Logistics suggest that 500 hectares is a reasonable size for a proper test. With nothing to lose many have opted to take this course.

Those interested should contact Frank Pownall on (08) 63801499 or learn more.