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ProterraTM Enzyme SystemTM Performance Summary

Updated last on April 1, 2000

The following tables summarize data pertaining to the performance of ProterraTM tests conducted over the past several years on a variety of fruits, vegetables, trees, grasses, vines, and ornamentals (including flowers). The information and commentary are drawn primarily from a memorandum written by Richard D. Polley, originally dated June 15, 1998 and subsequently updated.

NOTES

Test Results: Unless indicated otherwise in the commentary, all data represent ProterraTM- inspired production increases, in percentage terms, compared to at least one major control planting. In most examples, multiple plantings were evaluated. The results shown are divided into two (2) categories:

KNOWN – means that the results were witnessed by a recognized agricultural authority (such as the University of Florida) and/or personal witness of tests by a member or members of the Technical Group Company.

REPORTED – means that the results were reported by reliable commercial farm operations, and/or validated by ProterraTM agents (distributors and importers) observations.

All experiences and data are obtained from crop plantings of sufficient size to be considered statistically significant. In most of the ProterraTM results shown in the tables, the achievements of increased production/growth were obtained without the use of fertilizer.

The results shown due to the applications of ProterraTMare all first season achievements. This is important because of the known positive "carry-over" effects from the use of ProterraTMon both the plants and the soil in subsequent seasons. Production is known to be progressively higher in the second season and higher still in the third season. Subsequent seasons typically continue the results obtained in the third season.

Commentary: The commentary indicates other benefits derived from the use of ProterraTM enzymes. It also indicates instances where data reflect other than increased production (e.g., growth rate and/or size).
 

Validated By: Coded as follows:

KNOWN

I.A. – The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

I.B. – The Technical Group Company.

REPORTED

II.A. – Reliable commercial farm operations

II.B. – Proterra TM agents (distributors and importers) observations of achievement by users.

II.C. – Chinese government

N.B. ProterraTM products do not change cell size. The increases in produce size are not due to cell "gigantism". ProterraTM is a bio-stimulator; it is not a fertilizer, it is not a plant food. ProterraTM does not contain hormones. It has been tested for carcogenicity, and is labeled "non-carcinogenic" as no carcinogenic activity is found.

5.) ProterraTM enzymes are exempted from registration by the United States of America Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ProterraTMEnzyme System Performance Data


 
CROPS AND/OR

PLANTS
I.

KNOWN
II.

REPORTED
COMMENTARY
VALIDATED BY:
Avocados
25 %
40 %
I.B.; II.A
Bananas
25 % - 65%
75 %
 Results achieved with huge reduction in fertilizer use. Plant disease resistance was sharply improved, and shelf life of the fruit extended. More hands, more fingers.
I.B. (U.S. & Panama)

II.A. (Ecuador)
Carambola
25 %
100 %
 Over previous season for controls. The controls were unable to produce any fruit due to extreme drought and cold weather.
I.B.;

II.A.
Grapefruit
50 %
80 %
 All ProterraTM-treated citrus, including oranges, grapefruits and pomelos show up to 50 % more production, and more sweeter juice. With ProterraTM, damage from leaf miner was insignificant.
I.B. (U.S.)

II.A. (Panama)
Table Grapes
100 %
105 %
 Grapes double in size. Significant increase in juice. Sweeter taste (brix increase). One month earlier harvest. Near total absence of fungi, pathogenic and non-pathogenic. Increased shelf life.
I.B.

II.A.
Mangos
50 – 100 %
100 % +
 Production doubled (or more) in nearly every ProterraTM application. Fruit is normal in size. Fungi are no problem even in wet areas.
I.B.

II.B.
Melons
46 %
44% - 83%
 Several Varieties
I.A.

I.B.
Oranges
25 %
50 %
 Monthly ProterraTM application. Farm reported observations include ProterraTM –treated orange trees that attained full ten-foot commercial production height in 3.5 years, compared to 5-7 years for controls. More juice. Increased sweetness (sugar content).
I.B.

II.B.
Papaya
53 %
64%
 Increased sweetness. Increased "shelf life".
I.B.
Squashes
35 % +
40%
 Increased cold tolerance: Controls killed, but no damage to ProterraTM treated plants. Continued to exceptionally high production harvest.
I.A.

I.B.
Strawberries
8 –13 %
15%
 Per harvest, depending on variety. Typically, when controls had one harvest, ProterraTM produced two harvests; when controls had two harvests, ProterraMT produced three, all noticeably sweeter berries.
I.A.

I.B.
Watermelons
20 %
II.B.
Green Beans
20 – 40 %
51%
 Shelf life increased by 2 weeks.
I.A.

I.B.
Black-eyed Peas
25 %
25 – 28 %
I.B.

II.B.
Cabbage
250 – 300 %
 Similar to lettuce experiences. Season reduced from 75 to 35 days. Extended shelf life by 2 weeks.
I.B.
Chinese Cabbage
245 – 300 %
 Same as cabbage. Extended shelf life.
I.B.
Carrots
35 %
41 %
 Bigger, less "woody", and sweeter. Extended shelf life.
I.B.

II.B.
Cucumbers
30 %
44 %
 Extended shelf life.
I.A. & I.B.

II.B.
Lettuce
250 – 300 %
 In Panama, normal harvest season of 90 days was reduced to 30-35 days. When ProterraTM was used for normal 90-day season, 4-5 pounds heads were produced. No fertilizer or chemical of any kind was applied. Fertilizer/pesticides savings amounted to $700.00 per hectare. ProterraTM lettuce is crisper than controls and shelf life is 2 weeks longer.
I.B.
Onions
38 % +
 Extended shelf life. Better market appeal.
I.A.
Peppers
30 %
34 %
 Better market appeal. Extended shelf life.
I.B.

II.B.
Potatoes
36 – 77 %
80 – 100 %
 Earlier harvest and 2 ½ times larger.
I.A. & I.B.

II.B.
Radishes
5 – 10 %
16 %
 ProterraTM –treated radishes are 2 ½ times larger than controls. They have a very pleasing taste, not the harsh, bitter taste of large control radishes. Shelf life increase is 5 weeks.
I.B.

II.B.
Tomatoes
75 – 90 %
105 %
 As high as 350-400 %. The latter range was achieved in backyard gardens where ProterraTM applications were performed weekly to bi-weekly, by conscientious hobbyists.
I.B.

II.A.
Coffee
20 – 25 %
230 – 236 %
 "Known" results achieved in Miami, FL., a non-coffee growing area. "Reported" from different plantations in Central America and Brazil. Less culls. Taste reported "superior".
I.B.

II.B.
Rice (Dry)
42 %
40%
 Under full drought conditions, ProterraTM plants received no water; control plants received water frequently. ProterraTM treatments demonstrated excellent drought protection.
I.B.
Rice (Wet)
40 % +
 China’s agronomists report "amazing results" with ProterraTM and pooled water (rice paddies).
II.C.

 
Soybeans
52%
 Increase in production with no fertilizer use.
II.B.
Sugar Beets
20 % +
 Higher Brix. Reported in Panama. Better Storage.
II.B.
Sugar Cane
12% - 15%
19 – 21 %
 Higher Brix.
I.B.

II.B.
Tropical Corn
22 – 29 %
50 % +
 Sub-optimal application (late spraying) produced "Known" results.
I.A. &I.B.

II.B.
Roses
100 % +
 More stems and more flowers. Longer shelf life after cutting. Flowers reported to be more intense in coloration. All flowering plants to date, including orchids, enjoy multiple benefits from ProterraTM.
I.B.

II.B.
Decorative Ferns
125 – 800 %
150 % +
 Many types: Most important commercially are the ferns used for "greens" in cut flower arrangements (150 %+). Faster growing; earlier harvests; and better color.
I.B.

II.B.
Palms (variety dependent)
200% – 300 %
350 – 500 %
 Size increase per year. Some types matured sexually years earlier than normal. Exotic palms, previously known to not reproduce in South Florida, reproduce and thrive with ProterraTM treatment. Queen palms planted in South Florida 12/'92: untreated, normal height about 7 feet; treated 40+ feet.
I.A. & I.B.

II.B.
Cycads (variety dependent)
20 – 1,000 %
350 – 500 %
 Size increase per year. Some types matured sexually years earlier than normal.
I.A. & I.B.

II.B.
Oak Trees
20 – 50 %
 Overall growth in mass: trunk + height
I.B.
Pine Trees
150 – 280 %
 240 % - 280 % in trunk diameter; 150 % in height. In maturing pine trees, trunk diameter increases measurably every 3 to 4 months; no increase measurable in controls even at 1 year.
I.A.

I.B.
Lawn/Turf Grasses
 Grasses have thicker mats, are healthier, mature earlier and remain green longer. ProterraTM materially improves cold and disease resistance. Also improved drought resistance, heat resistance.
I.B.
Bahia Grass
42 %
 Increase in seed production, cold and heat and drought resistance.
I.B.
Pomelos
50 %
25 – 32 %
 All citrus results generally similar to oranges.
I.B.

II.B.
Pastures
30 – 38 %
40 – 44 %
 Increase in growth. Greater taste appeal to grazing animals is demonstrated easily.
I.B.

II.B.

Researchers Include:

Dr. Hilton Biggs
Pathologist and Biochemist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Florida’s (UF) Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. (IFAS). Dr. Raymond N. Gallaher Professor of Agronomy at UF, Gainesville, FL. Dr. Thomas A. Obreza Soil Scientist at the Southwest Florida Research and Education Center in Immokalee, FL. Dr. Peter J. Stofella Professor of Vegetable Crops at the Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce, FL. Dr. Herbert H. Bryan Vegetable Researcher at the UF/IFAS’ Tropical Research and Education Center in Homestead, FL. Dr. Jorge E. Pena Entomologist at the UF/IFAS’ Tropical Research and Education Center in Homestead, FL.
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