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So what exactly are humates? - Huma Inc.

Humic substances are carbon-rich compounds formed by the microbial breakdown of plant matter, primarily in soils, compost, peats, and coals. The process, called humification, is carried out by bacteria and fungi. Peat forms in waterlogged soils, while coal forms over millions of years as peat is buried and subjected to heat and pressure. Different types of coals, like brown coal, lignite (Leonardite), and oxidized sub-bituminous coal, are sources of humic substances, each with distinct properties due to variations in vegetation and climate. These differences affect how humic substances influence plant growth, making each source unique.