WHAT IS FAA?
Fish Amino Acid (FAA) is a fish emulsion that is produced through fermentation by mixing fish by-products with equal parts brown sugar. The foliar or soil drench application of FAA provides a boost in Nitrogen for the plants. Increased Nitrogen promotes chlorophyll production helping plants to maintain health.
BENEFITS OF USING FISH AMINO ACID (FAA):
- Promote seedling growth
- Boost Nitrogen
- Increase microbe action in the soil
HOW IS FISH AMINO ACID (FAA) MADE?
Fish Amino Acid (FAA) is made through a process of fermentation. You should start this process by taking consideration of how much end product you desire. During extraction the final quantity of end product will be roughly 1/5 the initial amount.
Material Gathering:
Go Fishing. Collect native fish to your area.
Weighting It Out:
After collecting your fish material you’ll want to weigh it out.
Fermentation:
Now that you have weighed out you fish material it’s time to mix it with equal weight brown sugar. The brown sugar should be mixed thoroughly as to cover every part of the fish material. The brown sugar should start to liquefy as it is being mixed. Place mixed material into a breathable storage container (cooler). Store in a well-ventilated area away from artificial or natural light and extreme heat or cold. Do not refrigerate. After 24 hours place a small layer (1/8 – 1/4″) of brown sugar on top of the fish material to insure no mold will occur. Let material sit undisturbed for 3-5 days. Mix material to insure continuous coverage of liquid as the fish material begins to break down. Repeat every 2 weeks for 2 to 6 months. To accelerate this process, add a small amount of Indigenous Microorganisms (IMO4), and Oriental Herbal Nutrients (OHN).
Extraction:
Run material through a strainer into storage container. The remaining solids can be used to make Indigenous Microorganisms (IMO5).
Long Term Storage Of Fish Amino Acid (FAA)
It is important to store your Fish Amino Acid (FAA) properly. FAA is made with live microorganisms that will continue to produce gases. Any lid mush be kept loose on the container or your container can explode. For long-term storage, add an equal amount of brown sugar by weight to FAA. Only mix (with water) what you plan to use right away. Use the dilution table and directions for applications.
DIRECTIONS
Only apply during plant vegetative stage. Do not apply during fruiting or flowering stage. Shake well before use. Dilute with water to a ratio of 1:1,000. Avoid foliar applications during sunlight hours to avoid leaf burn and evaporation. Fish Amino Acid (FAA) can be combined with other KNF inputs to increase plant yield. Apply no more than once per week.
WHAT IS KNF?
Korean Natural Farming (KNF) is a sustainable system developed by Master Han Kyu Cho of the Janong Natural Farming Institute in South Korea, based on generations of sustainable farming methods practiced in Japan, China, and Korea. KNF optimizes the production of plants or livestock through farming methods. Korean Natural Farming methods maintain a balance in nutrient input and output. This practice minimizes any detrimental effects on the environment. The balance is maintained by encouraging the growth of naturally occurring indigenous microorganisms (IMO), which in turn produce nutrients that are used in the production of crops and livestock. Virtually all of the inputs used in KNF, as compared to those used in conventional agricultural practices, are available locally at a fraction of the cost of imported feeds, composts, and fertilizers. Cultivation of IMO was covered in a previous publication (Park and DuPonte 2008).