What is Activ8EXTRA used for in commercial settings?

Activ8EXTRA is a high-performance liquid fertiliser designed for professional turf, landscape, and horticultural programs. It delivers fast-acting nitrogen combined with seaweed, fish hydrolysate, humates, and blood and bone to support vigorous growth, root development, and soil microbial activity across large-scale operations.

What’s the difference between Activ8MATE and Activ8EXTRA for commercial use?

Both products support soil biology and plant performance, but Activ8EXTRA provides a higher nitrogen load, making it ideal for commercial turf, sports fields, broadacre greenspace, and any site requiring strong, leafy growth. Activ8MATE offers a more balanced nutrient profile suited to soil conditioning, year-round plant health programs, or rehabilitation of depleted soils.

How often should commercial operators apply Activ8EXTRA?

Application frequency varies depending on crop type, turf demands, soil conditions, and seasonal growth cycles. Most commercial programs use Activ8EXTRA as part of a regular feeding rotation during periods of active growth.

How much Activ8EXTRA should be applied on commercial sites?

Rates depend on the turf or crop type, environmental conditions, and specific agronomic objectives. Always follow your program guidelines and conduct small-scale testing when adjusting volumes or blends.

Is Activ8EXTRA suitable for all turf varieties?

Yes, Activ8EXTRA is used nationally on buffalo, couch, kikuyu, zoysia, and professional sports turf surfaces including stadium fields, golf course fairways, and turf farm production areas.

Can Activ8EXTRA be used across a wide range of commercial plantings?

Yes, it is suitable for leafy crops, ornamentals, trees, shrubs, turf, and general landscape applications. For phosphorus-sensitive Australian natives, trial first to assess compatibility.

Should mowing or field preparation occur before applying Activ8EXTRA?

For turf, application after mowing allows optimal foliar contact and prevents removal of product with clippings. For commercial crops or landscapes, apply according to your standard operational timing.

Does Activ8EXTRA need to be watered in?

Light irrigation or rainfall after application helps move nutrients into the soil profile and supports biological activation, especially on large commercial turf or horticultural sites.

Can Activ8EXTRA be tank-mixed for commercial spraying?

Yes, Activ8EXTRA is compatible with most liquid fertilisers and biological inputs. Avoid mixing with iron-based products and always perform a jar test before large-scale tank mixing.

Is Activ8EXTRA safe for use around the public, animals, or staff?

Yes, once the product has dried. Restrict access to treated areas until surfaces are fully dry to prevent unintended contact with active ingredients.

What ingredients are included in Activ8EXTRA?

Activ8EXTRA contains nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, essential trace elements, seaweed extract, fish hydrolysate, blood and bone, and high-quality humates including fulvic acid to support both plant and soil performance.

Can Activ8EXTRA be applied during periods of heat or environmental stress?

Yes, but apply during cooler parts of the day and ensure adequate irrigation to prevent stress. Many commercial operators use it strategically to maintain colour and growth during challenging conditions.

Activ8EXTRA Boosted liquid fertiliser inoculant 1000L

High-Performance Liquid Fertiliser for Commercial Turf, Horticulture & Large-Scale Soil Improvement

Activ8EXTRA is a premium, biologically boosted liquid fertiliser designed for professional growers, turf managers, nurseries, landscapers, and agricultural operations seeking reliable nitrogen performance with added soil health benefits. The formulation combines a high-analysis NPK base with organic inputs including fish hydrolysate, seaweed extract, humic substances, blood & bone, and fulvic acid, creating a balanced liquid nutrition source that supports both plant growth and soil microbial activity. With rapid nitrogen availability, improved nutrient mobility, and enhanced soil biological stimulation, Activ8EXTRA provides consistent results across turf, ornamentals, broadacre crops, horticulture, nurseries, vineyards, and large green spaces.

I started using this about a week ago after adding Nature's Soil wetter to my lawn. Wow..... What a difference it makes. My grass in responding so quickly. Before it was hard to get it to do anything. This stuff is like gold in a bottle. I had some dead and dying areas of grass but now they are lush, green and filling in again.

— Stephen

Why Commercial Growers Choose Activ8EXTRA:

Delivers strong vegetative growth with a 16% nitrogen formulation
Supports microbial activity essential for nutrient mineralisation and soil regeneration
Improves water infiltration, aeration, and soil structure
Enhances nutrient uptake efficiency through fulvates and organic carbon
Reduces leaching losses by retaining nutrients in the root zone
Suitable for large-scale application systems including fertigation, boom spraying, and injection
Compatible across turf farms, nurseries, councils, orchards, vineyards, and horticultural operations
Formulated with fish, kelp, humates, blood & bone, and fulvic acid for improved biological function

Nutrient Profile:

Nitrogen

16%

Phosphorus

Potassium

NPK: 26-2-5 + micronutrients
Fish hydrolysate, providing amino acids and natural growth enhancers
Blood & bone, for a balanced release of nitrogen and phosphorus
Seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), rich in cytokinins, auxins, and anti-stress compounds
Humic and fulvic acids (USA-sourced), for increased nutrient chelation, improved soil CEC, and microbial stimulation
A blend of trace elements that address common deficiencies in Australian soils

Commercial applications of Activ8EXTRA:

Turf Farms, Sporting Fields & Large Green Spaces

Promotes rapid leaf growth and uniform colour
Supports recovery from wear, compaction, and soil decline
Consistent performance in couch, buffalo, kikuyu and cool-season grasses

Nurseries, Retail Growing Operations & Ornamentals

Ideal for nitrogen-demanding species and early-stage canopy development
Supports improved root growth and transplant resilience
Helps rejuvenate substrate depleted by high turnover or repeated cropping

Farms & Larger Properties

Suitable for fertigation programs to enhance nutrient delivery efficiency
Supports early vegetative stages and biomass development
Assists in restoring soils affected by past chemical overuse or poor structure

Use Activ8EXTRA when your lawn or soil needs a nitrogen boost, improved biology, better water absorption, recovery after chemical use, or preparation for planting as part of an organic or regenerative program.

The Science Behind Activ8EXTRA:

Activ8EXTRA isn’t just high in nutrients, it’s formulated to work with nature, not against it. By combining synthetic NPK fertilisers with organic biostimulants, it supports a more biologically active soil environment.

Organic Carbon & Fulvates – Improve nutrient mobility and uptake in plant roots
Microbial Activation – Feeds beneficial bacteria and fungi that unlock bound nutrients
Soil Structure Boost – Promotes better water penetration, reducing runoff and compaction
Nitrogen Delivery – High nitrogen content supports lush, green vegetative growth
Nutrient Stability – Helps keep nutrients available longer in the rhizosphere
Salt Buffering – Reduces stress in soils with high salt content or previous synthetic overuse

Activ8EXTRA in 200L and 1000L formats provides commercial growers with a reliable, biologically active nitrogen source capable of supporting high-performance plant growth while improving long-term soil health. Ideal for integration into regenerative, organic-leaning, or conventional fertility programs requiring efficient nutrient delivery at scale.

Safety Guidelines

Keep out of reach of children. May be harmful if swallowed. If eaten seek medical help. ALWAYS TRIAL BEFORE CHANGE. Before a new rate, product or application method is used, a small trial is recommended. Warranty of this material, either expressed or implied, is limited to a guarantee of the composition as shown on this label in as much as uses are beyond the seller’s control. For the same reason, the seller is not liable for any injury to any living thing, crops, soils, or materials which may result from the use or storage of this material. As this is largely a mineral-based fertiliser made from natural resources, the analysis may change slightly.

NOTE: not compatible with iron-based products

General Application Rate:

For best results, apply fortnightly during the warmer months. During cooler months, apply less often and/or at lower strength. Best applied all-year round to continue improving soil and feeding microbes.

75-100ml/100sqm – 7.5-10L per Ha

Agitate well before use.

As there are many conditions that affect the exact amount needed and the frequency of application for each product, there is no one-size-fits-all solution.

Several Ways Our Liquids Can Be Applied:

Application Method	Instructions
Watering Can	Mix the amount suggested (typically 10‐30ml) per 9 litres of water. Spread evenly across the area to fertilise.
Hose‐on Bottle (Seasol/weed ‘n feed etc.) or Hortex Sprayer	Mix the minimum amount of water with the product/s to allow you to cover the required area/s. For example, for my front yard, using an old weed n feed hose‐on bottle, I add 100ml of each Seaweed Secrets, Activ8mate or Activ8EXTRA, and Nature's Soil Wetter, then top up with enough water to allow you to evenly cover it using the hose‐on bottle (I add about 600ml water), then evenly hose‐on.
Pressure/Knapsack Sprayer	You need about 15 litres (a little more or less won’t hurt) of water to be applied per 100m², so take that into consideration when applying. If you have a smaller sprayer, either do several smaller applications (i.e., covering 50m² at a time and repeat until the entire area is covered), or over a larger area spray with the required amount. If you haven’t used 15 litres/100m², give a light water‐in. If using a Hortex sprayer on setting 2 without the restrictor, you shouldn’t need to add water, but if you do, just add as little amount to cover the required area.

Application Method

Instructions

Watering Can

Mix the amount suggested (typically 10‐30ml) per 9 litres of water. Spread evenly across the area to fertilise.

Hose‐on Bottle (Seasol/weed ‘n feed etc.) or Hortex Sprayer

Mix the minimum amount of water with the product/s to allow you to cover the required area/s. For example, for my front yard, using an old weed n feed hose‐on bottle, I add 100ml of each Seaweed Secrets, Activ8mate or Activ8EXTRA, and Nature's Soil Wetter, then top up with enough water to allow you to evenly cover it using the hose‐on bottle (I add about 600ml water), then evenly hose‐on.

Pressure/Knapsack Sprayer

You need about 15 litres (a little more or less won’t hurt) of water to be applied per 100m², so take that into consideration when applying. If you have a smaller sprayer, either do several smaller applications (i.e., covering 50m² at a time and repeat until the entire area is covered), or over a larger area spray with the required amount. If you haven’t used 15 litres/100m², give a light water‐in. If using a Hortex sprayer on setting 2 without the restrictor, you shouldn’t need to add water, but if you do, just add as little amount to cover the required area.

Need Help with Application Rates?

Not sure how much to apply for your lawn or garden area? Use our Plant Doctor Product Rates Calculator to get the correct rate tailored to your size and conditions.

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