FAQ: 1

Q1: What is the difference between EM, EM-X, Xtra(EM) Filtered, and Xtra(EM) UV Sterilized?

A: EM products differ from Xtra(EM), and other filtered antioxidants (EM-X), because EM contains live beneficial microorganisms whereas Xtra(EM) contains primarily bioactive substances produced through unique pre and post fermentation processes. Live Efficient Microbes are widely known for their health benefits as well. Xtra(EM) is specifically made for those who want the benefits of the fermentative bioactive substances such as antioxidants without ingesting the microbes themselves. Though the beneficial microbes are safe, it should be known that those who do drink the living EM product do so without our recommendation.

Q2: What are the powders and how are they used?
1. Amron Ceramic A Powder (“powder for paint”)
2. Super Cera – C Powder
3. Terra Ceramic Powder
4. EM-X Ceramic Powder, Revitol 7

A:

1. Amron Ceramic A Powder, or “paint powder”: To be used before painting in order to prevent “sick house syndrome”. With 1-2 Tbsp per 1 gallon of paint before use, the toxic smell/fumes should be gone in 2 days. This may be used in a variet of industrial settings besides paint as well. 

2. EM Super Cerra C Powder: Used in paint, glue, and concrete to prevent “sick house syndrome”. Use 1 tablespoon per gallon of paint. Add to soil at a 1% ratio, to carpet and wallpaper adhesives at a 1-3% ratio. Add to concrete at a 1-3% ratio.

3. EM-X Terra Ceramic Powder: Used as a soil enhancer, to structure water, or added to Bokashi to increase the fermentation process. Mix with Efficient Microbes (EM) or apply directly to soil to enhance biological support for effective microorganisms and increase their effectiveness.

Recommended usage: 30 gms per kilogram of soil amendment or 30-40 kgs/hectare. Add 1% Terra powder to Bokashi will accelerate the fermentation process and increase the quality of the compost produced. Not as finely ground as other ceramics, it is not recommended to be use as a spray as it may cause clogging.

4. EM-X Revitol 7: A high grade of Ceramic powder which can be used in construction. It is more refined and can be used to make ceramic pottery, just add to clay at 1-5% ratio.

Q3: What is the difference between EM and EM-AG. How do the photrophic organisms affect the activation and usage?

A: EM and EM-AG are used and activated in similar ways. The primary difference between them is the amount of phototrophic bacteria found within the culture. EM-AG has more light dependent organisms, making the culture more concentrated and powerful than the original EM culture, however, there are not enough of these phototrophs to affect or change the activation process. It is suggested that additional mineral powder such as bentonite clay be added for EM-AG activation. Sufficient natural light is also highly recommended before pH drops below 3.9.The only culture with light sensitive activation is our most concentrated product, EM Photo, which must be activated in a controlled environment such as a laboratory.

Q4: How can I tell if my EM has gone bad?

A: Test the pH. If it is below 3.7, your culture is still good. If you are using the generation you bought from Certified Dealers, your culture should last one year from when it was bottled. If it is second generation, extended in your own home, it should be kept no longer than one month, as long as it maintains the proper ph.