Gracilaria Parvispora/Red Ogo/Tang Heaven Red

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As I grow Red Ogo for human consumption, I had it analylized by an agricultural lab. I figured it would be a good resource for macro growers to use.

Ward Lab analysis for Red Ogo / Tang Heaven Red / Gravilaria Parvispora

Note: the results are for dry matter. Ogo is 92% water.

N at 2.59 %
P at 0.062 %
K at 13.54 %
Ca at 0.555%
Mg at 1.63%
S at 4.82 %
Zn at 139 ppm
Fe at 107 ppm
Mn at 20 ppm
Cu at 7 ppm

For most hobbiest the main thing to take away is that nitrate to phosphate is in a ratio of 30:1
Patrick

Randy,
I found it interesting that copper was not detected in the water, within the accuracy of testing procedures, yet it showed at 7 ppm in the dry analysis.
Patrick
 
I am pretty computer dumb for posting pictures. I will see if I can find something on utube.

The system is very extended. It started with a 75G tank on my back porch, with three 150G Rubbermaid tanks buried in the ground. All receive direct sunlight. The porch tank also has six 54W T5 lamps. This tank has a vertical look current creating a tumble culture. In one month 1 pound of Reg Ogo produces 10 pounds for market.

The Big Tank is 12' by 20' by 4' deep and is under 20' by 40' greenhouse. Also inside the greenhouse are eight 150G Rubbermid tanks for mono culture of individual macros.
Recently, I have had an explosion of amphipods and copepods. I am reevaluating my target market to include live food for marine ornamentals: fresh Ogo and pods.
The summer heat here in Texas is brutal but with large air movers, 10K CFM, I evaporate 100 gallons a day to keep it cool.
Patrick
 
I will not use this thread to sell my product. I have a website. PM me if you want the link to my store.
Patrick
 
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