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img:nth-child(2),\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:last-child,\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:nth-child(2){display:none!important;opacity:0!important;visibility:hidden!important;}\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:first-child{opacity:1!important;}\n\n\/* ═══ BULLET FIX ═══ *\/\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li{list-style:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n\n\/* ═══ RESPONSIVE ═══ *\/\n@media(max-width:900px){.bta-prod-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.bta-diff-grid{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);}}\n@media(max-width:768px){\n  .bta-wrap{padding:0 1rem;}\n  .bta-page-hero{min-height:auto;}\n  .bta-prod-grid,.bta-diff-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}\n  #product-grid \u003e .grid__item,.product-grid \u003e .grid__item{flex:0 0 calc(50% - 1rem)!important;max-width:calc(50% - 1rem)!important;}\n}\n@media(max-width:480px){\n  #product-grid \u003e .grid__item,.product-grid \u003e .grid__item{flex:0 0 100%!important;max-width:100%!important;}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ HERO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-page-hero-grid\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-page-hero-glow-em\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-page-hero-glow-pu\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-page-hero-inner\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eAQUATIC PROBIOTICS \u0026amp; \u003cem\u003eMICROBIAL SOLUTIONS\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003eDon't just add bacteria — manage your system's biological core. Scientifically formulated to outcompete pathogens, cycle toxic waste, and establish stable, resilient aquatic ecosystems from the substrate up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-hero-badge\"\u003e22+ Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-hero-badge\"\u003e19+ Antimicrobials\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-hero-badge pu\"\u003eCustom Compounding\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-hero-badge\"\u003eBdellovibrio Predator\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ ANNOUNCEMENT ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eCUSTOM\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMicrobe Market — 23 Individual Strains \u0026amp; Custom Compounding Service\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003e22-STRAIN\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMicroplex — Complete Biological Optimization at 5 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-purple\"\u003ePATHOGEN\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePMX8 — Four Kill Mechanisms, Zero Room for Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ TRUST + INTRO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Competitive Exclusion\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Antimicrobial Metabolites\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Bdellovibrio Predator\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Rapid Nitrification\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Custom Compounding\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e FW \u0026amp; Marine Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Generic probiotic blends treat every system the same. \u003cem\u003eBTA's microbial range\u003c\/em\u003e is different — each product targets a specific biological function. \u003cem\u003eMicroplex\u003c\/em\u003e for all-round ecosystem management. \u003cem\u003ePMX8\u003c\/em\u003e for pathogen warfare. \u003cem\u003eSUB-6\u003c\/em\u003e for substrate-to-phytoplankton nutrient cycling. \u003cem\u003eMicrobe Market\u003c\/em\u003e for custom solutions built to your specification. \u003cstrong\u003eManage the microbiome, don't just dose it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ PRODUCT CARDS ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFeatured Products\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eProbiotic \u0026amp; \u003cem\u003eMicrobial Solutions\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eFour products, four biological functions. From custom strain compounding to all-out pathogen warfare — every product has a specific job in your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧬\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMicrobe Market\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-sub\"\u003e23 Individual Strains \u0026amp; Custom Compounding\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBTA's compounding service for custom probiotic solutions. Build your exact specification — matched to your bioload, water chemistry, and goals. Includes NCOMP, Disease Control, and other pre-made consortiums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 23 Individual Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Custom Compounding Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Tailored Dosing Programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Full Traceability \u0026amp; Batch Certification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/microbe-market-custom-probiotic-solutions\" class=\"bta-prod-link\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🦠\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMICROPLEX\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-sub\"\u003e22-Strain Aquatic Probiotic — 5 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eComplete biological optimisation with \u003cstrong\u003e22 synergistic strains\u003c\/strong\u003e. Outcompetes pathogens through competitive exclusion and antimicrobial warfare, cycles nutrients, and recycles organic waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 22 Synergistic Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 5 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Bdellovibrio Predator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e FW \u0026amp; Marine Optimized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/microplex-probiotic-powder\" class=\"bta-prod-link\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚔️\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003ePMX8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-sub\"\u003ePathogen Mitigation × 8 — Four Kill Mechanisms\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEight strains attack pathogens through \u003cstrong\u003efour distinct mechanisms\u003c\/strong\u003e: chemical antimicrobials (19+ compounds), competitive exclusion, biological predation (Bdellovibrio), and immune priming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 8 Synergistic Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 19+ Antimicrobial Compounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Vibrio \u0026amp; Aeromonas Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Mycobacterium Suppression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pmx8-pathogen-mitigation-probiotic\" class=\"bta-prod-link\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSUB-6\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prod-sub\"\u003e6-Strain Substrate \u0026amp; Plankton Support — \u0026gt;135B CFU\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCloses the loop in aquaculture production. Actively digests sludge and remineralises waste, unlocking \u003cstrong\u003elocked-up N, P, K, and Si\u003c\/strong\u003e from sediment — the exact nutrients phytoplankton needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e \u0026gt;135 Billion CFU\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 6 Bacillus Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Sludge Digestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-prod-feat\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Mineral Mobilisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sub-6-substrate-and-plankton-support\" class=\"bta-prod-link\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ HOW THEY DIFFER ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eChoose Your Weapon\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFour Products, Four \u003cem\u003eBiological Functions\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEach product targets a specific biological role. Pick the right tool for the right job — or stack them for complete biological coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧬\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eMicrobe Market\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom compounding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Build the exact strain blend your system needs. 23 individual strains, pre-made consortiums, or fully custom specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-diff-tag pu\"\u003eCustom Blend\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🦠\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eMicroplex\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-round ecosystem management.\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 strains covering nitrification, pathogen exclusion, waste recycling, and plant growth promotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-diff-tag em\"\u003eBroad Spectrum\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚔️\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003ePMX8\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen warfare.\u003c\/strong\u003e Four kill mechanisms operating simultaneously — chemical, competitive, predatory, and immune. Pathogens cannot adapt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-diff-tag cu\"\u003ePathogen Focus\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eSUB-6\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate-to-surface cycling.\u003c\/strong\u003e Digests sludge, mobilises locked minerals, fuels greenwater blooms. Closes the nutrient loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-diff-tag dk\"\u003eSubstrate Cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ ACCENT BLOCK (Stacking) ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-accent-block\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-pu-tag\"\u003eSynergy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-pu-tag\"\u003eStacking\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStack for complete biological coverage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplex handles the water column, PMX8 targets pathogens, SUB-6 manages the substrate layer, and Microbe Market fills any gaps. Together they provide biological coverage from sediment to surface — no blind spots.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ TABLE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-table-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eProduct Comparison\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eStrain \u0026amp; \u003cem\u003eFunction Matrix\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eCompare strains, CFU counts, and primary biological functions across the entire range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrains\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCFU\/g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Role\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey Differentiator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-prod-name\"\u003eMicrobe Market\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 individual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by strain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom compounding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild-your-own blends to specification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-prod-name\"\u003eMICROPLEX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 synergistic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-round optimisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete ecosystem in one product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-prod-name\"\u003ePMX8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 synergistic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePathogen mitigation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 kill mechanisms, zero resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-prod-name\"\u003eSUB-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 synergistic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;1.35 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubstrate \u0026amp; plankton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSludge-to-greenwater nutrient loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003eAll products Australian stocked. Custom formulations and bulk quantities available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-cta-title\"\u003eReady to Manage Your \u003cem\u003eMicrobiome\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-cta-sub\"\u003eProfessional-grade aquatic probiotics. Australian stocked, scientifically formulated, no compromises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eShop All Products\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"microbe-market-custom-probiotic-solutions","title":"Microbe Market","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════\n   BTA CANONICAL TEMPLATE: PRODUCT PAGE\n   Design System: LIQUID PRISM v5 — Microbial Colour Scheme\n   ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ *\/\n@font-face{font-family:\"MBF-Humanica\";src:url(\"data:font\/woff;charset=utf-8;base64,{{ font_b64 }}\") format(\"woff\");}\n\/* ═══ DESIGN SYSTEM: LIQUID PRISM — MICROBIAL SCHEME ═══ *\/\n:root{\n  --coal:#040d14;--dark:#060c10;\n  --panel:#0a1a0e;\n  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.3s;}\n.bta-ghost-btn:hover{background:rgba(5,150,105,.05);border-color:var(--em-elec);color:var(--em-elec);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(5,150,105,.15);}\n.bta-cta-btns{display:flex;gap:1rem;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:2rem;}\n@media(max-width:768px){.bta-wrap{padding:0 1.5rem;}.bta-page-hero .bta-wrap{flex-direction:column;text-align:center;min-height:auto;padding:4rem 1.5rem;}.bta-hero-left{flex:1;text-align:center;}.bta-hero-right{display:none;}.bta-h2,.bta-section-title{text-align:center;font-size:clamp(2rem,7vw,3rem);}.bta-page-hero-sub{text-align:center;margin:0 auto;}.bta-kicker{margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;display:table;}.bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.bta-steps{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.bta-steps::before{display:none;}.bta-table{min-width:600px;}.bta-strip{clip-path:none;padding:2.5rem 2rem;margin-bottom:0;}.bta-section--angle{clip-path:none;padding-top:80px;margin-top:0;}.bta-trust-row{flex-direction:column;}}\n\/* BULLET FIX *\/\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li,.bta-pg ol li,.bta-diff-card ul,.bta-diff-card ol,.bta-diff-card li,.bta-feat-card ul,.bta-feat-card ol,.bta-feat-card li{list-style:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ HERO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003eBENEFICIAL MICROBIOLOGY\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003eMICROBE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eMARKET\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003e23 individual strains, pre-made consortiums, and a custom compounding service. Build the exact biological solution your system needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eStrains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eCustom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eCompounding\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e10g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003ePackages\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ ANNOUNCEMENT ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eMARKETPLACE\u003c\/span\u003e 23 Individual Strains \u0026amp; Custom Blends\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003eCUSTOM\u003c\/span\u003e Compounding Service — Your Blend, Your Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eIN-HOUSE\u003c\/span\u003e Tailored Dosing Programs Included\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ TRUST + INTRO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 23 Individual Strains\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Custom Compounding\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Pre-Made Consortiums\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Tailored Dosing Programs\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Quality Assured\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Stop buying generic blends that don't match your system. \u003cem\u003eMicrobe Market\u003c\/em\u003e gives you access to the \u003cstrong\u003efull BTA microbial arsenal\u003c\/strong\u003e — 23 individual strains in 10g packages, pre-made consortiums, and a custom compounding service that builds a solution specifically for your bioload, your water chemistry, and your goals.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ THE DIFFERENCE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eThe Service\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eNot Just a Product. A \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eBiological Solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMicrobe Market is BTA's compounding service for custom probiotic solutions. Whether you need a single strain or a 20+ strain blend, we build it to your specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCustom Compounding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eChoose your strains, set your ratios, define your target CFU. We compound your custom blend to order with \u003cstrong\u003efull traceability\u003c\/strong\u003e and batch certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eIndividual Strains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAll 23 strains available individually in \u003cstrong\u003e10g packages\u003c\/strong\u003e. Buy exactly what you need — from B. subtilis to Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e📋\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eTailored Dosing Programs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOur team designs a dosing protocol specific to your system — \u003cstrong\u003evolume, bioload, species, and goals\u003c\/strong\u003e. No generic one-size-fits-all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ PROCESS STEPS ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eCustom Compounding \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eThree steps from your water parameters to a tailored microbial solution in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-steps\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-num\"\u003e01\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-title\"\u003eSystem Analysis\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-desc\"\u003eWater chemistry, species profile, bioload, and current biological challenges reviewed by our technical team.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-num pu\"\u003e02\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-title\"\u003eStrain Selection\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-desc\"\u003eWe select the precise strains, ratios, and CFU targets matched to your system's biological demands.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-num\"\u003e03\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-title\"\u003eCompound \u0026amp; Deliver\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-step-desc\"\u003eYour custom blend is compounded in-house with full batch traceability and a tailored dosing program.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ CONSORTIUM CARDS ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003ePre-Made Consortiums\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eReady-to-Use \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eBlends\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eNot sure which strains to pick? Our pre-made consortiums are expertly formulated for common aquaculture goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNCOMP — Nitrogen Cycle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrosomonas, Nitrobacter, and supporting strains\u003c\/strong\u003e for rapid biofilter maturation and complete NH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDisease Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial Bacillus blend with Bdellovibrio predator\u003c\/strong\u003e for Vibrio, Aeromonas, and Pseudomonas suppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWater Clarity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlocculant-producing strains combined with waste-degrading Bacillus\u003c\/strong\u003e for crystal-clear water and reduced turbidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWaste Reduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnzyme-heavy blend targeting sludge, detritus, and organic matter breakdown\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for high-density systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ ACCENT BLOCK ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-accent-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-pu-tag\"\u003eCustom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-pu-tag\"\u003eIn-House\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNeed something specific?\u003c\/strong\u003e Our compounding service isn't limited to pre-made blends. Every system is different — we build to your exact specifications, from single-strain applications to complex 20+ strain consortiums targeting multiple biological challenges simultaneously.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ STRAIN TABLE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFull Catalog\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003e22 Individual \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eStrains Available\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEvery strain sold individually in 10g packages. Mix and match to build your own custom blend, or let us compound it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCFU\/g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAntimicrobial \/ Metabolites\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhosphate solubilisation; enzyme source; waste\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAmylase, protease, lipase, phytase, cellulase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eAspergillus oryzae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarch and protein breakdown; nutrient uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAmylase and protease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e2 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ removal; nutrient solubilisation; biofilm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin, bacillomycin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus aryabhattai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImproved digestion \u0026amp; nutrient uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eVibrio reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus coagulans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGut probiotic; immune modulation; digestive health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eLactic acid production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus firmus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e2 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic waste breakdown (starch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eCompetitive exclusion of pathogens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus laterosporus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral disease reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAntimicrobial activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus licheniformis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e2 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmmonia\/nitrite removal; proteolytic\/amylolytic; biofloc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eBacitracin, lichenysin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus megatherium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrate removal; phosphate solubilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003ePGPR; PHB production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus methylotrophicus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e8 × 10⁹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₃ removal; phosphate solubilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus mucilaginosus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMineral mobilisation (K, Si); silicate dissolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAntimicrobial peptides; 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biofilm; polyketides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBdellovibrio bacteriovorus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1.5 × 10¹⁰\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePredator: hunts Gram-negative pathogens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eHydrolytic enzymes breach Vibrio\/Aeromonas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eCold-Water Bacillus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂ removal; cold-active enzymes (4°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eCold-active proteases, amylases, lipases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eMarine Rhodotorula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 × 10¹¹\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂ removal; 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We review your profile, select strains and ratios, compound your custom blend in-house, and deliver it with a tailored dosing schedule.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What size packages are available?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eIndividual strains come in \u003cstrong\u003e10g packages\u003c\/strong\u003e. Custom blends are compounded to your specified quantity. For bulk or production-scale orders, please enquire about trade pricing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Can I buy multiple strains and mix them myself?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can purchase any combination of individual strains and blend them in your own system. Each package includes strain-specific handling and storage instructions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Are the strains safe for marine systems?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e All strains are naturally occurring and non-pathogenic. Marine Rhodotorula is a marine yeast specifically included for saltwater systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What is the shelf life of the strains?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-year shelf life\u003c\/strong\u003e when stored dry, cool, and tightly sealed. Spore-forming Bacillus strains are particularly stable. Non-spore formers like Rhodopseudomonas have shorter viability — check individual strain specifications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ NOT SURE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--slate);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eNeed help selecting the right strains for your system? 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.bta-wrap{display:flex;align-items:center;min-height:80vh;gap:3rem;}\n.bta-hero-left{flex:0 0 55%;position:relative;z-index:3;}\n.bta-hero-right{flex:1;position:relative;z-index:3;display:flex;flex-direction:column;align-items:flex-end;gap:2rem;}\n.bta-prism-ring{position:absolute;right:-50px;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);width:500px;height:500px;border-radius:50%;border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.08);animation:prism-pulse 4s ease-in-out infinite;}\n.bta-prism-ring:nth-child(2){width:380px;height:380px;border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.06);animation-delay:-1.5s;}\n.bta-prism-ring:nth-child(3){width:260px;height:260px;border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.05);animation-delay:-3s;}\n@keyframes prism-pulse{0%,100%{transform:translateY(-50%) scale(1);opacity:.3;}50%{transform:translateY(-50%) scale(1.08);opacity:.6;}}\n.bta-stat-capsule{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:.6rem;background:var(--glass);border:1px solid var(--glass-border);border-radius:60px;padding:.6rem 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1.1rem;font-weight:800;position:relative;overflow:hidden;display:inline-block;border-radius:4px;}\n.bta-badge::after{content:\"\";position:absolute;top:0;left:-150%;width:150%;height:100%;background:linear-gradient(90deg,transparent,rgba(255,255,255,.2),transparent);animation:badge-glint 3s ease-in-out infinite;}\n@keyframes badge-glint{0%{left:-150%;}40%,100%{left:150%;}}\n.bta-badge-new{background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--pu-mid),var(--em-elec));color:var(--white);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(5,150,105,.25);}\n.bta-badge-feat{background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));color:var(--coal);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(212,148,47,.25);}\n\n\/* ═══ TRUST BADGES — GLASS ═══ *\/\n.bta-trust-row{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:0;padding:0;}\n.bta-trust-badge{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:.5rem;font-size:.85rem;color:var(--white);background:var(--glass);border:1px solid var(--glass-border);border-radius:8px;padding:.6rem 1.2rem;transition:all .35s cubic-bezier(.25,.8,.25,1.2);position:relative;overflow:hidden;cursor:default;}\n.bta-trust-badge::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:linear-gradient(135deg,transparent 40%,rgba(5,150,105,.06) 50%,transparent 60%);opacity:0;transition:opacity .35s;}\n.bta-trust-badge:hover{background:rgba(5,150,105,.08);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.3);transform:translateY(-3px);box-shadow:0 12px 30px rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 0 20px rgba(5,150,105,.08);}\n.bta-trust-badge:hover::before{opacity:1;}\n.bta-trust-badge .bta-tick{color:var(--em-elec);font-weight:900;font-size:1.1em;text-shadow:0 0 8px rgba(5,150,105,.4);}\n\n\/* ═══ INTRO STRIP — ANGLED ═══ *\/\n.bta-strip{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(10,26,14,.7) 0%,rgba(6,12,16,.9) 100%);clip-path:polygon(0 0,100% 0,100% 100%,0 92%);padding:3rem 3rem 4rem;margin-bottom:-3rem;overflow:visible;font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--white);line-height:1.9;}\n.bta-strip::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;left:0;top:0;bottom:0;width:3px;background:linear-gradient(180deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid),var(--pu-mid));}\n.bta-strip strong{color:var(--em-elec);font-weight:700;}\n.bta-strip em{color:var(--em-right);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;}\n\n\/* ═══ SECTIONS ═══ *\/\n.bta-section{position:relative;padding:120px 0;overflow:visible;}\n.bta-section--angle{clip-path:polygon(0 8%,100% 0,100% 100%,0 100%);padding-top:140px;margin-top:-4rem;}\n.bta-section-dark{background:var(--dark);position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding:120px 0;}\n.bta-section-dark::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:radial-gradient(ellipse at 30% 40%,rgba(5,150,105,.04),transparent 55%),radial-gradient(ellipse at 75% 60%,rgba(147,51,234,.02),transparent 50%);pointer-events:none;}\n.bta-section-label{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.68rem;letter-spacing:.5em;color:var(--em-elec);text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:.7rem;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:.8rem;}\n.bta-section-label::after{content:\"\";flex:1;height:1px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--em-elec),transparent);opacity:.4;}\n.bta-section-title{font-family:var(--font);font-size:clamp(2.4rem,5.5vw,4rem);color:var(--white);text-transform:uppercase;margin:0 0 1.5rem;line-height:.95;letter-spacing:-.01em;text-align:left;position:relative;}\n.bta-section-title .gold{background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid),var(--pu-mid));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;animation:violet-shift 5s ease-in-out infinite;}\n.bta-section-intro{color:var(--slate);font-size:1rem;margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.7;max-width:800px;}\n.bta-divider{height:1px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,transparent,rgba(5,150,105,.08),transparent);margin:2.5rem 0;}\n\n\/* ═══ CARDS — 3D PERSPECTIVE ═══ *\/\n.bta-diff-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(300px,1fr));gap:20px;margin-top:2rem;}\n.bta-diff-card{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(5,150,105,.03),rgba(255,255,255,.01));border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.08);border-radius:16px;padding:2rem;transition:all .5s cubic-bezier(.23,1,.32,1);transform-style:preserve-3d;perspective:1000px;overflow:hidden;cursor:default;}\n.bta-diff-card::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;border-radius:16px;background:radial-gradient(600px circle at var(--mx,50%) var(--my,50%),rgba(5,150,105,.08),transparent 40%);opacity:0;transition:opacity .4s;pointer-events:none;z-index:1;}\n.bta-diff-card:hover::before{opacity:1;}\n.bta-diff-card:hover{transform:translateY(-8px);box-shadow:0 30px 80px rgba(0,0,0,.6),0 0 40px rgba(5,150,105,.06),0 0 15px rgba(147,51,234,.04);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.2);}\n.bta-diff-card .bta-icon{font-size:2.5rem;display:block;margin-bottom:1rem;position:relative;z-index:2;}\n.bta-diff-card h3{font-family:var(--font);font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--em-elec);margin-bottom:.6rem;letter-spacing:.02em;position:relative;z-index:2;text-transform:uppercase;}\n.bta-diff-card p{margin:0;color:var(--slate);line-height:1.7;font-size:.93rem;position:relative;z-index:2;}\n.bta-diff-card p strong{color:var(--white);}\n\n.bta-feat-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(280px,1fr));gap:16px;}\n.bta-feat-card{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(5,150,105,.03),rgba(255,255,255,.01));border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.06);border-radius:12px;padding:1.5rem;transition:all .4s cubic-bezier(.23,1,.32,1);overflow:hidden;cursor:default;}\n.bta-feat-card:hover{transform:translateY(-4px);box-shadow:0 20px 50px rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 0 25px rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.15);}\n.bta-feat-card h4{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.95rem;color:var(--em-elec);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;margin-bottom:.5rem;}\n.bta-feat-card p{color:var(--slate);font-size:.88rem;line-height:1.65;margin:0;}\n.bta-feat-card p strong{color:var(--white);}\n\n\/* ═══ HOLOGRAPHIC TABLES ═══ *\/\n.bta-table-wrap{position:relative;margin:1.5rem 0;border-radius:16px;overflow:hidden;}\n.bta-table-wrap::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;border-radius:16px;padding:1px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(212,148,47,.4),rgba(5,150,105,.25),rgba(147,51,234,.35),rgba(0,229,255,.15),rgba(212,148,47,.4));-webkit-mask:linear-gradient(#fff 0 0) content-box,linear-gradient(#fff 0 0);-webkit-mask-composite:xor;mask-composite:exclude;pointer-events:none;z-index:3;animation:holographic-shift 6s linear infinite;background-size:300% 300%;}\n@keyframes holographic-shift{0%{background-position:0% 50%;}50%{background-position:100% 50%;}100%{background-position:0% 50%;}}\n.bta-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:linear-gradient(180deg,rgba(10,26,14,.95),rgba(6,12,16,.97));min-width:900px;position:relative;z-index:2;font-size:.92rem;}\n.bta-table thead{background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(10,26,14,.8),rgba(6,12,16,.7),rgba(10,26,14,.8));position:relative;}\n.bta-table thead::after{content:\"\";position:absolute;bottom:0;left:0;right:0;height:2px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--copper),var(--em-mid),var(--pu-mid));}\n.bta-table th{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;padding:1.3rem 1.1rem;text-align:left;color:var(--em-elec);text-shadow:0 0 12px rgba(5,150,105,.2);border-bottom:none;}\n.bta-table td{padding:1.1rem;color:var(--white);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.06);transition:all .25s;}\n.bta-table .bta-model{font-family:var(--font);color:var(--em-elec);font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.03em;}\n.bta-table .bta-highlight{color:var(--em-right);font-family:var(--font-mono);text-shadow:0 0 8px rgba(5,150,105,.2);}\n.bta-table .bta-muted{color:var(--slate);font-size:.88em;}\n.bta-table tbody tr{transition:all .25s;}\n.bta-table tbody tr:hover{background:rgba(5,150,105,.06);}\n.bta-table tbody tr:hover td{color:#fff;}\n.bta-table-note{font-size:.82em;color:var(--slate);line-height:1.6;margin-top:.75rem;text-align:right;}\n\n\/* ═══ FAQ ═══ *\/\n.bta-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.08);padding:1.25rem 0;transition:all .3s;}\n.bta-faq-item:hover{background:rgba(5,150,105,.02);padding-left:.5rem;}\n.bta-faq-item:last-child{border-bottom:none;}\n.bta-faq-q{font-size:.95em;font-weight:700;color:var(--white);margin-bottom:.5rem;display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;}\n.bta-faq-q .bta-qm{color:var(--em-elec);font-family:var(--font);font-weight:900;font-size:1.1em;flex-shrink:0;}\n.bta-faq-a{color:var(--slate);font-size:.9em;line-height:1.75;padding-left:1.375rem;}\n.bta-faq-a strong{color:var(--em-elec);}\n\n\/* ═══ CTA — VORTEX ═══ *\/\n.bta-cta-dark{position:relative;text-align:center;padding:140px 20px 130px;overflow:hidden;background:var(--coal);}\n.bta-cta-dark::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:radial-gradient(ellipse 800px 400px at 50% 50%,rgba(5,150,105,.05),transparent 60%),radial-gradient(ellipse 600px 300px at 50% 50%,rgba(147,51,234,.03),transparent 50%);}\n.bta-cta-vortex{position:absolute;top:50%;left:50%;transform:translate(-50%,-50%);width:600px;height:600px;border-radius:50%;border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.04);animation:vortex-spin 30s linear infinite;}\n.bta-cta-vortex:nth-child(2){width:450px;height:450px;border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.05);animation-direction:reverse;animation-duration:25s;}\n@keyframes vortex-spin{to{transform:translate(-50%,-50%) rotate(360deg);}}\n.bta-cta-dark .bta-wrap{position:relative;z-index:2;}\n.bta-cta-dark .bta-section-title{margin-bottom:1.5rem;text-align:center;}\n.bta-cta-dark p{color:var(--slate);max-width:650px;margin:0 auto;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.85;}\n.bta-btn{display:inline-block;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.85rem;letter-spacing:.14em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:1rem 2.5rem;background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));color:var(--coal);border-radius:4px;transition:all .3s;position:relative;overflow:hidden;font-weight:700;}\n.bta-btn:hover{box-shadow:0 0 40px rgba(212,148,47,.4);transform:translateY(-2px);}\n.bta-btn::after{content:\"\";position:absolute;top:0;left:-100%;width:100%;height:100%;background:linear-gradient(90deg,transparent,rgba(255,255,255,.3),transparent);transition:left .5s;}\n.bta-btn:hover::after{left:100%;}\n.bta-ghost-btn{display:inline-block;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.8rem;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--white);border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.3);padding:.85rem 2rem;border-radius:4px;transition:all .3s;}\n.bta-ghost-btn:hover{background:rgba(5,150,105,.05);border-color:var(--em-elec);color:var(--em-elec);box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(5,150,105,.15);}\n.bta-cta-btns{display:flex;gap:1rem;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:2rem;}\n\n@media(max-width:768px){.bta-wrap{padding:0 1.5rem;}.bta-page-hero .bta-wrap{flex-direction:column;text-align:center;min-height:auto;padding:4rem 1.5rem;}.bta-hero-left{flex:1;text-align:center;}.bta-hero-right{display:none;}.bta-h2,.bta-section-title{text-align:center;font-size:clamp(2rem,7vw,3rem);}.bta-page-hero-sub{text-align:center;margin:0 auto;}.bta-kicker{margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;display:table;}.bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.bta-table{min-width:600px;}.bta-strip{clip-path:none;padding:2.5rem 2rem;margin-bottom:0;}.bta-section--angle{clip-path:none;padding-top:80px;margin-top:0;}.bta-trust-row{flex-direction:column;}}\n\n\/* BULLET FIX *\/\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li,.bta-pg ol li,.bta-diff-card ul,.bta-diff-card ol,.bta-diff-card li,.bta-feat-card ul,.bta-feat-card ol,.bta-feat-card li{list-style:none!important;list-style-type:none!important;list-style-image:none!important;counter-reset:none!important;counter-increment:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ HERO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003eMICROBIAL CORE\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003eMICRO\u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003ePLEX\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003eThe Ultimate Multi-Strain Aquatic Probiotic. Professional grade bacterial inoculant for rapid cycling, pathogen suppression, and biological optimization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eStrains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e6.5×10¹⁰\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eCFU\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003ePredator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ ANNOUNCEMENT ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eMICROBIAL\u003c\/span\u003e 25 Synergistic Strains — The Ultimate Multi-Strain Aquatic Probiotic\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003eBALANCED\u003c\/span\u003e 300 × 10⁹ CFU\/g — Targeted Potency, Professional Grade\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003ePATHOGEN\u003c\/span\u003e Active Vibrio, Aeromonas \u0026amp; Pseudomonas Control\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ TRUST + INTRO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 25 Synergistic Strains\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 6.5 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Antimicrobial Metabolites\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Bdellovibrio Predator\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e FW \u0026amp; Marine Optimized\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Reef \u0026amp; Plant Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Mastering aquatic environments means mastering the \u003cem\u003eMicrobiome\u003c\/em\u003e. Microplex isn't just a bacteria supplement — it's a \u003cstrong\u003ebiological optimization system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to outcompete harmful pathogens through competitive exclusion AND direct antimicrobial warfare, while cycling nutrients and recycling organic waste.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ THE DIFFERENCE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eThe Microplex Arsenal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003e25 Strains. \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eOne Unstoppable Formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMicroplex contains 25 carefully selected strains totaling 6.5 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/g. Each strain was chosen for a specific role — from ammonia oxidation to predatory pathogen elimination. Together they form a complete microbial ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🔬\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eNitrification Core\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrosomonas europea\u003c\/strong\u003e oxidises ammonia to nitrite. \u003cstrong\u003eNitrobacter winogradskyi\u003c\/strong\u003e oxidises nitrite to nitrate. Essential backbone of the nitrogen cycle for rapid cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚔️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eAntimicrobial Warfare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eStrains produce a devastating cocktail of metabolites: \u003cstrong\u003esurfactin, fengycin, iturin, bacillomycin, polymyxin, bacitracin\u003c\/strong\u003e — active against Vibrio, Aeromonas, Pseudomonas, and fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🦅\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eBacterial Predation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio bacteriovorus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a living predator that hunts and consumes pathogenic Gram-negative bacteria. It breaches cell walls and digests prey from the inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e♻️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eWaste Recycling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eConsortium produces amylase, protease, cellulase, lipase, chitinase, xylanase, and ligninase. Breaks down sludge, starch, protein, fats, and complex organics at the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003ePlant Growth (PGPR)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMultiple strains act as Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria — producing phytohormones, solubilising phosphate, and fixing atmospheric nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌊\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eWater Clarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacillus natto\u003c\/strong\u003e produces PGA, a natural bioflocculant. \u003cstrong\u003eBacillus mucilaginosus\u003c\/strong\u003e breaks down silicate minerals. Combined effect keeps water column crystal clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FEATURES ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eCore Functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eEngineered for \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eBacterial Synergy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMicroplex delivers comprehensive biological support through multiple synergistic mechanisms working in concert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRapid Waste Breakdown\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcesses sludge, detritus, and uneaten food\u003c\/strong\u003e directly in the system for cleaner, healthier water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReef \u0026amp; Plant Safe\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZero impact on coral sensitivity or delicate aquatic flora.\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% biological and non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAmmonia Neutralization\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduces toxic NH₃\/NO₂ peaks\u003c\/strong\u003e during feeding cycles or livestock additions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePathogen Defense\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive exclusion + direct antimicrobial warfare\u003c\/strong\u003e eliminates Vibrio, Aeromonas, and Pseudomonas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ STRAIN TABLE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFull Strain Breakdown\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eEvery Strain. \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eEvery Function.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMicroplex combines 25 individual microbial strains, each selected for a specific role in aquatic ecosystem health. All strains naturally occurring and non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eStrain\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eIn Blend\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eKey Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eAntimicrobial \/ Metabolites\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus subtilis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ removal; waste cycling; PGPR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin, bacillomycin, polymyxin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus licheniformis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂ removal; proteolytic; biofloc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eBacitracin, lichenysin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ removal; nutrient solubilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin, bacillomycin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003ePaenibacillus polymyxa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN-fixation; phosphate solubilisation; PGPR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003ePolymyxin, paenibacillin, fusaricidin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eRhodopseudomonas palustris\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrate removal; phosphorus assimilation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003ePhotosynthetic nutrient cycling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus laterosporus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeneral disease reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eBroad-spectrum antimicrobial activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus firmus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic waste breakdown (starch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eCompetitive exclusion of pathogens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus aryabhattai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImproved digestion \u0026amp; nutrient uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eVibrio reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eNitrosomonas \/ Nitrobacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃ → NO₂ → NO₃ nitrification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eNitrogen cycle backbone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus coagulans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGut probiotic; immune modulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eLactic acid production (lowers gut pH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus megatherium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrate removal; phosphate solubilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003ePGPR; PHB production\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus methylotrophicus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₃ removal; phosphate solubilisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, iturin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus natto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic recycling; bioflocculant (PGA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eNattokinase; vitamin K₂\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus pumilus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNO₃ removal; biofilm formation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAntimicrobial peptides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eBacillus velezensis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ removal; biofilm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eSurfactin, fengycin, polyketides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eMarine Rhodotorula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂ removal; immune stimulant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAstaxanthin, carotenoids, B-vitamins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eAspergillus oryzae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtease, amylase, fermentation; nitrogen fixation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eProteolytic enzymes; 10×10⁹ CFU\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eAspergillus niger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCellulase, pectinase, organic acids; biofilm control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eCellulases, citric acid; 10×10⁹ CFU\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003ePseudomonas Fluorescens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNH₃\/NO₂\/NO₃ removal; pathogen suppression; biofilm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eAntibiotics, siderophores, fluorescent pigments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eStreptomyces microflavus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSludge; 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Effective pH 6.0–9.0; Temp 4°C–35°C. All strains naturally occurring and non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ DOSING TABLE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eApplication Protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eDosing \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSimple dosing protocol for both new tank cycling and established system maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eDose Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003e1g per 350–500 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eWeekly to Fortnightly\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAdjust based on bioload, stocking density, and feeding rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003eNew tanks\/heavy bioloads: dose weekly at 1g\/350L. Established systems: fortnightly at 1g\/500L. Pre-mix in tank water before adding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FAQ ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is Microplex safe for reef tanks and delicate invertebrates?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 25 strains are naturally occurring, non-pathogenic, and non-GMO. Microplex is completely safe for corals, shrimp, larval stages, and sensitive aquatic flora.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How does Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus work without harming my fish?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio is highly specific.\u003c\/strong\u003e It only targets Gram-negative bacteria (like Vibrio and Aeromonas) by physically invading and consuming them. It does not interact with eukaryotic cells (fish, plants, or invertebrates).\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Can I use Microplex to cycle a new aquarium?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes, it is optimized for rapid cycling.\u003c\/strong\u003e The inclusion of Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter establishes the nitrification backbone immediately, while heterotrophic strains process organic waste from day one.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Does it work in cold water systems?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplex includes a specialized Cold-Water Bacillus strain producing cold-active enzymes functional down to 4°C, ensuring biological activity even in chilled systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What is the shelf life?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-year shelf life.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the powder dry, cool, and tightly sealed after each use to maintain maximum CFU viability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ NOT SURE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--slate);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eNot sure which microbes you need for your system? Our microbiology team will analyze your water chemistry and recommend the right blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eContact Our Microbial Team\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\" class=\"bta-ghost-btn\"\u003eBrowse All Products\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ WHOLESALE \/ TRADE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eTrade \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRunning a hatchery, aquaculture farm, or aquarium retail operation? 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.bta-wrap{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.4rem;align-items:center;justify-content:center;text-align:center;}\n.bta-announce-row{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:.7rem;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:center;font-size:1rem;font-weight:500;color:var(--white);letter-spacing:.01em;}\n.bta-badge{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.68rem;letter-spacing:.15em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:.35rem .9rem;font-weight:800;border-radius:4px;display:inline-block;}\n.bta-badge-new{background:var(--tl-mid);color:var(--coal);box-shadow:0 0 16px rgba(0,180,216,0.25);}\n.bta-badge-feat{background:var(--pu-mid);color:var(--white);box-shadow:0 0 16px rgba(168,85,247,0.25);}\n.bta-trust-row{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:0;padding:0;}\n.bta-trust-badge{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:.45rem;font-size:.82rem;color:var(--white);background:var(--glass);border:1px solid var(--glass-border);border-radius:8px;padding:.55rem 1rem;transition:all .3s;position:relative;overflow:hidden;cursor:default;white-space:nowrap;}\n.bta-trust-badge:hover{background:rgba(0,229,255,0.06);border-color:rgba(0,229,255,0.3);transform:translateY(-2px);}\n.bta-trust-badge .bta-tick{color:var(--tl-elec);font-weight:900;font-size:1em;}\n.bta-strip{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(11,16,23,.9),rgba(7,10,15,.95));clip-path:polygon(0 0,100% 0,100% 100%,0 94%);padding:2.5rem 2.5rem 3.5rem;margin-bottom:-2.5rem;overflow:visible;font-size:1.05rem;color:var(--white);line-height:1.85;}\n.bta-strip::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;left:0;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;background:linear-gradient(180deg,var(--tl-elec),var(--pu-accent));box-shadow:0 0 12px rgba(0,229,255,0.3);}\n.bta-strip strong{color:var(--tl-elec);font-weight:700;}\n.bta-strip em{color:var(--pu-accent);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;}\n\n\/* ═══ SECTIONS \u0026 GRIDS ═══ *\/\n.bta-section{position:relative;padding:100px 0;overflow:visible;}\n.bta-section--angle{clip-path:polygon(0 6%,100% 0,100% 100%,0 100%);padding-top:120px;margin-top:-3rem;}\n.bta-section-dark{background:var(--dark);position:relative;overflow:hidden;padding:100px 0;}\n.bta-section-dark::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:radial-gradient(ellipse at 20% 30%,rgba(0,229,255,0.04),transparent 50%),radial-gradient(ellipse at 80% 70%,rgba(192,132,252,0.03),transparent 45%);pointer-events:none;}\n.bta-section-label{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.65rem;letter-spacing:.45em;color:var(--tl-elec);text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:.6rem;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:.7rem;}\n.bta-section-label::after{content:\"\";flex:1;height:1px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--tl-elec),transparent);opacity:.3;}\n.bta-section-intro{color:var(--slate);font-size:.98rem;margin-bottom:2rem;line-height:1.7;max-width:780px;}\n.bta-divider{height:1px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,transparent,rgba(0,229,255,0.08),transparent);margin:2.2rem 0;}\n\n\/* FIXED TILE GRIDS *\/\n.bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:22px;margin-top:1.5rem;}\n.bta-diff-card,.bta-feat-card{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(0,229,255,0.03),rgba(255,255,255,0.01));border:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.1);border-radius:14px;padding:1.8rem;transition:all .4s;display:flex;flex-direction:column;height:100%;}\n.bta-diff-card:hover,.bta-feat-card:hover{transform:translateY(-6px);box-shadow:0 24px 60px rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 0 28px rgba(0,229,255,0.06);border-color:rgba(0,229,255,0.25);}\n.bta-diff-card .bta-icon,.bta-feat-card .bta-icon{font-size:2.2rem;display:block;margin-bottom:.8rem;}\n.bta-diff-card h3,.bta-feat-card h4{font-family:var(--font);font-size:1.05rem;color:var(--tl-elec);margin-bottom:.5rem;letter-spacing:.02em;text-transform:uppercase;}\n.bta-diff-card p,.bta-feat-card p{margin:0;color:var(--slate);line-height:1.65;font-size:.9rem;flex:1;}\n.bta-diff-card p strong,.bta-feat-card p strong{color:var(--white);}\n\n\/* DUAL LEAF DOMINANCE *\/\n.bta-dual-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:24px;margin-top:2rem;}\n.bta-leaf-card{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(165deg,rgba(11,16,23,.95),rgba(7,10,15,.98));border:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.12);border-radius:16px;padding:2.2rem;display:flex;flex-direction:column;transition:all .4s;height:100%;}\n.bta-leaf-card:hover{transform:translateY(-5px);border-color:rgba(0,229,255,0.3);box-shadow:0 20px 50px rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 0 20px rgba(0,229,255,0.08);}\n.bta-leaf-card.purple{border-color:rgba(192,132,252,0.2);}\n.bta-leaf-card.purple:hover{border-color:rgba(192,132,252,0.4);box-shadow:0 20px 50px rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 0 20px rgba(192,132,252,0.1);}\n.bta-leaf-card .bta-icon{font-size:2.4rem;margin-bottom:.6rem;}\n.bta-leaf-card h3{font-family:var(--font);font-size:1.2rem;margin-bottom:.4rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.02em;}\n.bta-leaf-card.cyan h3{color:var(--tl-elec);}\n.bta-leaf-card.purple h3{color:var(--pu-accent);}\n.bta-leaf-card p{color:var(--slate);font-size:.92rem;line-height:1.7;flex:1;margin:0;}\n.bta-leaf-card p strong{color:var(--white);}\n.bta-synergy-bar{margin-top:24px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(0,229,255,0.06),rgba(192,132,252,0.06));border:1px solid rgba(192,132,252,0.2);border-radius:12px;padding:1.6rem 2rem;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:1.2rem;}\n.bta-synergy-bar .bta-icon{font-size:2rem;flex-shrink:0;}\n.bta-synergy-bar h4{font-family:var(--font);font-size:1rem;color:var(--pu-accent);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.03em;margin:0 0 .3rem;}\n.bta-synergy-bar p{margin:0;color:var(--slate);font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.65;}\n.bta-synergy-bar p strong{color:var(--white);}\n\n\/* TABLES *\/\n.bta-table-wrap{position:relative;margin:1.5rem 0;border-radius:14px;overflow:hidden;}\n.bta-table-wrap::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;border-radius:14px;padding:1px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,229,255,0.35),rgba(192,132,252,0.25),rgba(0,229,255,0.35));-webkit-mask:linear-gradient(#fff 0 0) content-box,linear-gradient(#fff 0 0);-webkit-mask-composite:xor;mask-composite:exclude;pointer-events:none;z-index:3;}\n.bta-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:linear-gradient(180deg,rgba(11,16,23,.95),rgba(7,10,15,.98));min-width:800px;position:relative;z-index:2;font-size:.9rem;}\n.bta-table thead{background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(11,16,23,.85),rgba(7,10,15,.8),rgba(11,16,23,.85));position:relative;}\n.bta-table thead::after{content:\"\";position:absolute;bottom:0;left:0;right:0;height:2px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--tl-mid),var(--pu-mid));}\n.bta-table th{font-family:var(--font);font-size:.72rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.1em;padding:1.2rem 1rem;text-align:left;color:var(--tl-elec);border-bottom:none;}\n.bta-table td{padding:1rem;color:var(--white);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.06);transition:all .2s;}\n.bta-table .bta-model{font-family:var(--font);color:var(--tl-elec);font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.02em;}\n.bta-table .bta-highlight{color:var(--pu-accent);font-weight:600;}\n.bta-table .bta-muted{color:var(--slate);font-size:.86em;}\n.bta-table tbody tr:hover{background:rgba(0,229,255,0.04);}\n.bta-table tbody tr:hover td{color:#fff;}\n.bta-table-note{font-size:.8em;color:var(--slate);line-height:1.5;margin-top:.6rem;text-align:right;}\n\n\/* FAQ \u0026 CTA *\/\n.bta-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.08);padding:1.1rem 0;transition:all .3s;}\n.bta-faq-item:hover{background:rgba(0,229,255,0.02);padding-left:.4rem;}\n.bta-faq-item:last-child{border-bottom:none;}\n.bta-faq-q{font-size:.92em;font-weight:700;color:var(--white);margin-bottom:.4rem;display:flex;gap:10px;align-items:flex-start;}\n.bta-faq-q .bta-qm{color:var(--tl-elec);font-family:var(--font);font-weight:900;font-size:1.05em;flex-shrink:0;}\n.bta-faq-a{color:var(--slate);font-size:.88em;line-height:1.7;padding-left:1.3rem;}\n.bta-faq-a strong{color:var(--tl-elec);}\n.bta-cta-dark{position:relative;text-align:center;padding:120px 20px 110px;overflow:hidden;background:var(--coal);}\n.bta-cta-dark::before{content:\"\";position:absolute;inset:0;background:radial-gradient(ellipse 700px 350px at 50% 50%,rgba(0,229,255,0.04),transparent 60%),radial-gradient(ellipse 500px 250px at 50% 60%,rgba(192,132,252,0.03),transparent 55%);}\n.bta-cta-vortex{position:absolute;top:50%;left:50%;transform:translate(-50%,-50%);width:500px;height:500px;border-radius:50%;border:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.06);animation:vortex-spin 28s linear infinite;}\n.bta-cta-vortex:nth-child(2){width:360px;height:360px;border-color:rgba(192,132,252,0.08);animation-direction:reverse;animation-duration:22s;}\n@keyframes vortex-spin{to{transform:translate(-50%,-50%) rotate(360deg);}}\n.bta-cta-dark .bta-wrap{position:relative;z-index:2;}\n.bta-cta-dark .bta-section-title{margin-bottom:1.2rem;text-align:center;}\n.bta-cta-dark p{color:var(--slate);max-width:620px;margin:0 auto;font-size:1.02rem;line-height:1.8;}\n.bta-btn{display:inline-block;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.8rem;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:.9rem 2.2rem;background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--pu-mid),var(--pu-accent));color:var(--coal);border-radius:4px;transition:all .3s;position:relative;overflow:hidden;font-weight:700;text-decoration:none;box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(168,85,247,0.25);}\n.bta-btn:hover{box-shadow:0 0 40px rgba(192,132,252,0.45);transform:translateY(-2px);}\n.bta-btn::after{content:\"\";position:absolute;top:0;left:-100%;width:100%;height:100%;background:linear-gradient(90deg,transparent,rgba(255,255,255,0.25),transparent);transition:left .4s;}\n.bta-btn:hover::after{left:100%;}\n.bta-ghost-btn{display:inline-block;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.75rem;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--white);border:1px solid rgba(0,229,255,0.3);padding:.8rem 1.8rem;border-radius:4px;transition:all .3s;text-decoration:none;}\n.bta-ghost-btn:hover{background:rgba(0,229,255,0.06);border-color:var(--tl-elec);color:var(--tl-elec);box-shadow:var(--glow-cyan);}\n.bta-cta-btns{display:flex;gap:1rem;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-top:1.8rem;}\n.bta-not-sure{text-align:center;padding:80px 20px;background:linear-gradient(180deg,var(--dark),var(--coal));}\n.bta-not-sure p{color:var(--slate);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 1.8rem;font-size:1.02rem;line-height:1.8;}\n\n\/* RESPONSIVE *\/\n@media(max-width:900px){\n  .bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid,.bta-dual-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;}\n  .bta-synergy-bar{flex-direction:column;text-align:center;gap:.8rem;}\n}\n@media(max-width:640px){\n  .bta-wrap{padding:0 1.2rem;}\n  .bta-page-hero .bta-wrap{flex-direction:column;text-align:center;min-height:auto;padding:3.5rem 1.2rem;}\n  .bta-hero-left{flex:1;text-align:center;}\n  .bta-hero-right{display:none;}\n  .bta-h1,.bta-h2,.bta-section-title{text-align:center;}\n  .bta-page-hero-sub{text-align:center;margin:0 auto;}\n  .bta-kicker{margin:0 auto 1.5rem;display:table;}\n  .bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid,.bta-dual-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}\n  .bta-table{min-width:600px;}\n  .bta-strip{clip-path:none;padding:2rem 1.5rem;margin-bottom:0;}\n  .bta-section--angle{clip-path:none;padding-top:70px;margin-top:0;}\n  .bta-trust-row{flex-direction:column;}\n  .bta-cta-btns{flex-direction:column;align-items:center;}\n  .bta-btn,.bta-ghost-btn{width:100%;max-width:300px;text-align:center;}\n}\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li,.bta-pg ol li{list-style:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══ HERO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003eDUAL-TERMINALIA CONDITIONING + PROBIOTIC\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h1\"\u003eCATA\u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003ePLEX\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003eHigh-Performance Botanical Conditioning Complex. The only aquarium solution combining \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eIndian Almond Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e with \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e in a cold-extracted, microbially-active formula. Now 20% more concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e20%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eMore Concentrated\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eDUAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eTerminalia Species\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eONLY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eSolution of Its Kind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ ANNOUNCEMENT ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eREFORMULATED\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eDual-Terminalia System\u003c\/span\u003e — \u003cem\u003eT. catappa\u003c\/em\u003e + \u003cem\u003eT. ferdinandiana\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.2rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003eCONCENTRATED\u003c\/span\u003e 20% More Leaf Solids \u0026amp; Extract per Volume — The Only Solution of Its Kind\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.6rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eBIO-ACTIVE\u003c\/span\u003e Cold-Extracted Botanical Conditioner + Live Probiotic Seeding\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ TRUST + INTRO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:2.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Native Microbial Seeding\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Natural Water Polishing\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Heavy Metal Chelation\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Pathogen Inhibition\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e Antioxidant Matrix\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 20% Increased Potency\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Cataplex™ is a high-performance, bio-active conditioning complex. By combining a concentrated cold-process extract with suspended micronised \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eTerminalia ferdinandiana\u003c\/span\u003e solids, it delivers the full therapeutic spectrum of \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eIndian Almond Leaves\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e without the decomposition debits of traditional leaf litter. Now reformulated with \u003cstrong\u003e20% more leaf solids and extract for the same volume\u003c\/strong\u003e — the only \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-leaf botanical conditioner\u003c\/span\u003e of its kind.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ DUAL-TERMINALIA DEEP DIVE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eThe Dual-Leaf System\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-h2\"\u003eTwo \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eTerminalia Species\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eOne Unmatched Formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eCataplex™ is the only aquatic conditioning product on the market that unites two botanically complementary \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eTerminalia species\u003c\/span\u003e. Each leaf delivers a distinct phytochemical profile. Together, they create a therapeutic water chemistry no single-leaf product can replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-dual-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-leaf-card cyan\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/span\u003e — \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eIndian Almond Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe gold standard for blackwater conditioning. Rich in hydrolysable tannins, humic and fulvic acids, and flavonoids. Naturally lowers pH, chelates heavy metals, reduces osmotic stress, and provides the foundational biofilm substrate (\u003cstrong\u003eAufwuchs\u003c\/strong\u003e) that grazing shrimp and fry depend on. Proven pathogen inhibition and water polishing via natural flocculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-leaf-card purple\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🍑\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eTerminalia ferdinandiana\u003c\/span\u003e — \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAustralian native superfruit bearing the \u003cstrong\u003ehighest natural vitamin C concentration of any known plant\u003c\/strong\u003e (up to 100× oranges). Extraordinarily rich in ellagic acid, gallic acid, and antioxidant polyphenols. Delivers potent antimicrobial and antifungal activity, dramatically enhances non-specific immune response, and protects livestock from oxidative stress during transport, breeding, and disease challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-synergy-bar\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚡\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eDual-Terminalia Synergy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eT. catappa\u003c\/span\u003e establishes the blackwater baseline and microbial carrier matrix. \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eT. ferdinandiana\u003c\/span\u003e injects extreme antioxidant capacity and immune-modulating phytochemistry. Cold-extracted together, they preserve heat-sensitive vitamin C and live native microbes. The result: broader tannin profiles, stronger pathogen suppression, enhanced biofilm nutrition, and unprecedented conditioning potency — \u003cstrong\u003eall in the only solution of its kind.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FORMULATION ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFormulation\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-h2\"\u003eWhat It \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eContains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eA three-component bio-active system engineered for sustained botanical release and immediate microbial colonization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eBio-Active Liquid Extract\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA concentrated, passively extracted solution\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in stable tannins, humic acids, flavonoids, and \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum's\u003c\/span\u003e natural vitamin C\/polyphenol complex. Now 20% more concentrated per millilitre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eMicronised Leaf Matrix\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuspended whole-leaf particulates\u003c\/strong\u003e from both \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eTerminalia species\u003c\/span\u003e that act as a sustained-release system for organic compounds and a physical carrier for beneficial microbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🦠\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eNative Microbial Seeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive beneficial bacterial colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e preserved through our unique cold-process extraction. Immediately seeds your aquarium with viable probiotics to outcompete pathogens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ MECHANISMS ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eMechanisms of Action\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-h2\"\u003eAdvanced Environmental \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eControl\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eCataplex modifies water chemistry, seeds biology, and conditions livestock through four interconnected pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e❄️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eBio-Active Cold Extraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUnlike heat-treated 'teas' which sterilize beneficial biology, Cataplex utilizes a proprietary passive cold-extraction process. This method preserves biological integrity, allowing for the natural seeding of beneficial microbes. The suspended leaf particles function as microbial carriers, immediately flooding the aquarium with viable bacteria to jumpstart the ecosystem and outcompete pathogens. Cold processing also protects \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum's\u003c\/span\u003e heat-sensitive vitamin C and antioxidant compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e✨\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eFlocculation \u0026amp; Biofilm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe micronised solids act as natural flocculating agents, binding with fine waterborne particulates to improve water clarity. Once settled, these solids create a nutrient-dense grazing matrix (\u003cstrong\u003eAufwuchs\u003c\/strong\u003e) that accelerates biofilm production, providing a critical primary food source for grazing shrimp and newborn fry. \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003eDual-leaf particulates\u003c\/span\u003e enhance microbial colonization and nutritional density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eImmune Defense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCataplex modifies water chemistry to replicate the soft, acidic conditions of natural ‘blackwater’ habitats. The high concentration of bioactive tannins fortifies the non-specific immune response of livestock, reducing susceptibility to bacterial and fungal infections while significantly mitigating osmotic stress. \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum's\u003c\/span\u003e ellagic acid, gallic acid, and natural vitamin C complex further amplify immune modulation and oxidative stress resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ BENEFITS \u0026 DOSING ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eApplication Protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-h2\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eDosing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCataplex Helps Promote \u0026amp; Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\" style=\"margin-bottom:2.2rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Microbial Colonization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen Inhibition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Water Polishing (Flocculation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStress Reduction in Transport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFry \u0026amp; Shrimp Survival Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"padding:1.2rem;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Buffering \u0026amp; Heavy Metal Chelation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\" style=\"max-width:640px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eApplication Mode\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eDose Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eStandard Dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1ml\u003c\/strong\u003e per 10L\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eMaximum Dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1ml\u003c\/strong\u003e per 2L\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20% more concentrated formula.\u003c\/strong\u003e Same trusted dose rates, now delivering significantly more leaf solids, \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-Terminalia extract\u003c\/span\u003e, and live microbial count per millilitre. Shake well before use to suspend micronised matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FAQ ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-h2\"\u003eFrequently Asked \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:780px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What makes Cataplex the only solution of its kind?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo other aquarium conditioner combines two Terminalia species.\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard products rely solely on \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eIndian Almond Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e. Cataplex unites \u003cspan class=\"leaf-cat\"\u003eT. catappa\u003c\/span\u003e with \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eT. ferdinandiana\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e) in a single cold-extracted, microbially-active formula. This \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-leaf approach\u003c\/span\u003e merges classic blackwater tannins with the unmatched antioxidant, vitamin C, and antimicrobial phytochemistry of \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How does the 20% concentration increase affect dosing?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosing remains unchanged.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 20% boost in leaf solids and extract means you're getting significantly more therapeutic compounds, tannins, and live microbes per millilitre. Your standard 1ml\/10L dose now delivers heightened conditioning, faster microbial seeding, and stronger immune support without altering your routine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is this a probiotic or a botanical conditioner?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cataplex is a hybrid system. The cold-extraction process preserves native beneficial bacteria, making it a live probiotic seeding agent. Simultaneously, the \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-Terminalia extract\u003c\/span\u003e and suspended micronised leaf matrix provide comprehensive botanical water conditioning, flocculation, and blackwater simulation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Will it alter my water colour?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Cataplex imparts a natural golden-amber tint characteristic of premium blackwater botanical conditioning. The \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-leaf formula\u003c\/span\u003e produces a rich, translucent tint that replicates the tannin-stained waters of tropical forest streams. Tint intensity scales with dose rate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is it safe for sensitive livestock, fry, and shrimp?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cataplex is 100% natural, non-toxic, and specifically formulated to support delicate life stages. The biofilm matrix enhances fry and shrimp survival, while tannins and \u003cspan class=\"leaf-fer\"\u003eKakadu Plum\u003c\/span\u003e antioxidants reduce stress and support molting and immune development. Safe for planted tanks, botanical aquascapes, and invertebrate systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ NOT SURE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-not-sure\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot sure which \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003ebotanical-microbial protocol\u003c\/span\u003e fits your system? Our aquatic biology team will analyse your water parameters and recommend the optimal conditioning strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eContact Our Support Team\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\" class=\"bta-ghost-btn\"\u003eBrowse All Products\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ WHOLESALE \/ TRADE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eTrade \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"accent\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRunning a hatchery, aquaculture facility, or aquarium retail operation? We offer competitive trade accounts with bulk \u003cspan class=\"leaf-dual\"\u003edual-Terminalia\u003c\/span\u003e pricing, dedicated technical support, and custom compounding services for production-scale conditioning and probiotic seeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eApply for Trade Account\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Biotech Aquatica ","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":49247228592370,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml - Perfect for 1-3 tanks","offer_id":48694793830642,"sku":null,"price":45.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml - Best Value for 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*\/\n@media(max-width:768px){.bta-wrap{padding:0 1.5rem;}.bta-page-hero .bta-wrap{flex-direction:column;text-align:center;min-height:auto;padding:4rem 1.5rem;}.bta-hero-left{flex:1;text-align:center;}.bta-hero-right{display:none;}.bta-h2,.bta-section-title{text-align:center;font-size:clamp(2rem,7vw,3rem);}.bta-page-hero-sub{text-align:center;margin:0 auto;}.bta-kicker{margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;display:table;}.bta-diff-grid,.bta-feat-grid,.bta-incl-grid,.bta-upgrade-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr;}.bta-table{min-width:600px;}.bta-strip{clip-path:none;padding:2.5rem 2rem;margin-bottom:0;}.bta-section--angle{clip-path:none;padding-top:80px;margin-top:0;}.bta-trust-row{flex-direction:column;}}\n\n\/* BULLET FIX *\/\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li,.bta-pg ol li,.bta-diff-card ul,.bta-diff-card ol,.bta-diff-card li,.bta-feat-card ul,.bta-feat-card ol,.bta-feat-card li,.bta-incl-card ul,.bta-incl-card ol,.bta-incl-card li,.bta-upgrade-card ul,.bta-upgrade-card ol,.bta-upgrade-card li{list-style:none!important;list-style-type:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n.bta-diff-card h3,.bta-feat-card h4,.bta-incl-card h3,.bta-upgrade-card h3{color:#fff!important;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 1: HERO\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003eSUBSTRATE \u0026amp; PLANKTON\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003eSUB-\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003e6-Strain Substrate \u0026amp; Plankton Support. \u0026gt;135 Billion CFU\/g. Closes the loop — turning waste into phytoplankton fuel through sludge digestion and mineral mobilisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eStrains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e135BN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eCFU\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eWaste→Fuel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eClosed Loop\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 2: ANNOUNCEMENT\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003e6-STRAIN\u003c\/span\u003e Bacillus Substrate \u0026amp; Plankton Support\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003e\u0026gt;135 BN CFU\/G\u003c\/span\u003e High-Concentration Powder\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-purple\"\u003eCLOSED LOOP\u003c\/span\u003e Sludge Digestion → Mineral Mobilisation → Greenwater Fuel\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 3: TRUST + INTRO\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e \u0026gt;135 Billion CFU\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 6 Bacillus Strains\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Sludge Digestion\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Mineral Mobilisation\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Greenwater Fuel\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e All Bacillus — Fully Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cem\u003eSUB-6\u003c\/em\u003e closes the loop in aquaculture production systems. It actively digests sludge and remineralises waste, ensuring every gram of protein fed contributes to \u003cstrong\u003esystem productivity rather than pollution\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 6 Bacillus strains work synergistically to break down organic matter, unlock bound minerals, and fuel stable phytoplankton blooms.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 4: THE DIFFERENCE — 6 STRAINS\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eThe SUB-6 Arsenal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003e6 Strains. 135 Billion CFU. \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eEvery Strain Named.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEach of the 6 strains in SUB-6 plays a specific role in the substrate-to-water-column nutrient cycle — from sludge breakdown to mineral mobilisation to plankton fuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🔬\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. subtilis — The Workhorse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic waste degrader.\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces protease, amylase, and cellulase to break down complex organics in sludge. Cycles nutrients back into the water column to support phytoplankton growth. The backbone of decomposition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey enzymes: Protease, amylase, cellulase, xylanase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧫\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. licheniformis — The Biofloc Specialist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein-rich sludge specialist.\u003c\/strong\u003e Excels at degrading proteinaceous waste from feed and faeces. Produces 14+ enzymes including keratinase for tough organic matter. Rapid solids reduction — ideal for high-density systems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey enzymes: Keratinase, protease, amylase, lipase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e💎\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. amyloliquefaciens — The Solubiliser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphorus \u0026amp; Iron unlocker.\u003c\/strong\u003e Solubilises locked-up Phosphorus (P) and Iron (Fe) from sediment and sludge. Produces organic acids and phosphatases that convert insoluble mineral complexes into bioavailable nutrients. Essential for phytoplankton blooms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey function: P + Fe solubilisation, organic acid production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🔋\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. megaterium — The Phosphate Releaser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSludge-bound phosphate mobiliser.\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces phytase to unlock phosphorus trapped in phytate complexes from plant-based feeds. Converts sludge-bound phosphate into usable fuel for phytoplankton. One of the largest Bacillus species — high enzyme output.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey function: Phytase production, phosphate mineralisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧱\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. pumilus — The Biofilm Architect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface colonisation specialist.\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes healthy biofilm formation on pond liners, substrate surfaces, and system components. Enhances nutrient uptake efficiency from the water column through biofilm-mediated nutrient cycling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey function: Biofilm promotion, surface colonisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⛏️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eB. mucilaginosus — The Mineral Mobiliser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium \u0026amp; Silicon unlocker.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlocks Potassium (K) and Silicon (Si) from silicate minerals in sediment. Produces organic acids and polysaccharides that weather mineral surfaces and release bound nutrients. Critical for diatom blooms and silica-shelled phytoplankton.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-size:.82rem;\"\u003eKey function: K + Si mobilisation, silicate weathering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 5: FEATURES — KEY FUNCTIONS\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eKey Functions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFrom Sludge to \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003eProductivity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSUB-6 transforms waste nutrients into biological productivity through three primary functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 Greenwater Production\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurns waste into plankton fuel.\u003c\/strong\u003e SUB-6 digests organic waste and releases bioavailable N, P, K, and Si into the water column. These are the exact nutrients phytoplankton needs for stable, sustained blooms in nursery ponds and grow-out systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔄 Feed Efficiency\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery gram of feed becomes productivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Digests uneaten food and faeces before they accumulate. Recycles nutrients back into the water column rather than letting them settle as inert sludge. Reduces FCR by improving natural food availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🧼 Sludge Reduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActively degrades organic buildup.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 6 Bacillus strains produce 40+ enzymes that break down protein, starch, cellulose, fats, and complex organics on pond bottoms. Reduces the need for water exchanges and chemical treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🧪 Nutrient Solubilisation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnlocks bound minerals.\u003c\/strong\u003e B. amyloliquefaciens solubilises P and Fe. B. megaterium releases phosphate from phytate. B. mucilaginosus mobilises K and Si from silicates. Together they complete the nutrient cycle from sediment to water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🧱 Biofilm Development\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface ecosystem engineering.\u003c\/strong\u003e B. pumilus colonises pond liners, nets, and substrate surfaces with beneficial biofilm. This biofilm acts as a living nutrient filter, improving water quality and providing additional surface area for microbial activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e♻️ Complete Nutrient Cycling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed-loop system.\u003c\/strong\u003e SUB-6 links the sediment and water column into one productive cycle. Waste → sludge digestion → mineral mobilisation → phytoplankton → natural feed → less waste. The loop literally closes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 6: DOSING TABLE\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eDosing Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eApplication \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eProtocol\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eRecommended dosing concentrations for SUB-6. Product specification: \u0026gt;135 billion CFU per gram of powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCFU\/ml\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 g per megalitre (1,000,000 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e5,000 CFU\/ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2–3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eHeavy Load \/ Initial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 g per megalitre (1,000,000 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e10,000 CFU\/ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-muted\"\u003eAdjust based on sludge levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eAcute Sludge Event\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 g per megalitre (1,000,000 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e15,000 CFU\/ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeekly until sludge reduced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003eAvailable in 250g with scoop. Total viable count: \u0026gt;135 billion CFU\/g. CFU\/ml concentrations calculated at 1,000,000 L reference volume. For smaller systems, scale proportionally. Always maintain active aeration during application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 7: CONNECTIONS \/ OPTIONS (Application Methods)\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eApplication \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003eMethods\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSUB-6 is formulated as a free-flowing powder at \u0026gt;135 × 10⁹ CFU\/g. Choose the application method that matches your system configuration and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e💧 Direct Water Application\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimply mix with water and broadcast.\u003c\/strong\u003e For ponds, tanks, and RAS. Mix the required dose in a bucket of system water for 5 minutes, then distribute evenly across the surface or into a high-flow area. Best applied in the morning when temperatures are rising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌊 Substrate Injection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget the sediment layer directly.\u003c\/strong\u003e For ponds with heavy sludge accumulation, suspend the dose in water and inject it near the pond bottom using a pump or submersible. Maximises contact between Bacillus strains and settled organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔄 Biofloc Systems\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrate into floc management.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add SUB-6 directly to the biofloc zone. B. licheniformis and B. subtilis enhance floc formation and protein conversion. Monitor TSS and adjust dose based on floc settleability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Nursery \/ Hatchery\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenwater starter protocol.\u003c\/strong\u003e For larval rearing, apply SUB-6 48–72 hours before introducing phytoplankton. The nutrient release cycle takes 1–2 days to establish. Combine with OC-K nutrient fuel for accelerated bloom development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-accent-block\" style=\"margin-top:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, apply SUB-6 in combination with \u003cstrong\u003eOC-K Microbe Nutrient Growth Fuel\u003c\/strong\u003e. OC-K provides the prebiotic growth medium specifically formulated for Bacillus strains, accelerating establishment and prolonging activity between doses.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 8: CROSS-SELL \/ SUPPLEMENT\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eComplementary Products\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eBuild a Complete \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eNutrient Cycling System\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSUB-6 handles the substrate layer. These complementary products extend biological coverage throughout the full water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🔬\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eOC-K — Microbe Nutrient Growth Fuel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel for Bacillus activity.\u003c\/strong\u003e OC-K is a specialised prebiotic growth medium formulated for Bacillus strains. Use alongside SUB-6 for faster sludge digestion, higher population persistence, and more effective nutrient release. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/oc-k\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMicroplex — Water Column Probiotic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e22-strain broad-spectrum defence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplex handles the water column — pathogen suppression, nitrification support, and water clarity. SUB-6 + Microplex = complete coverage from sediment to surface. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/microplex\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Product →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eNCOMP — Nitrogen Cycling Consortium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter maturation specialist.\u003c\/strong\u003e NCOMP provides Nitrosomonas, Nitrobacter, and supporting autotrophic strains for rapid biofilter establishment. Ideal pairing with SUB-6 for new ponds and RAS startups. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ncomp\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eView Range →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 9: WHAT'S INCLUDED\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eEverything in the \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003ePackage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSUB-6 is a complete substrate management system in a single container. Open, dose, and watch the nutrient cycle activate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-incl-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-incl-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e6-Strain Bacillus Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026gt;135 × 10⁹ CFU\/g.\u003c\/strong\u003e A precisely formulated blend of Bacillus subtilis, B. licheniformis, B. amyloliquefaciens, B. megaterium, B. pumilus, and B. mucilaginosus — all in one easy-to-dose powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-incl-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚖️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e250g with Measuring Scoop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical packaging.\u003c\/strong\u003e 250g container with integrated scoop for accurate dosing. One scoop = approximately 5g. Enough for 6 megalitres at maintenance dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-incl-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e📋\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDosing Guide Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull protocol documentation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order includes a comprehensive dosing guide covering maintenance, heavy load, and acute sludge event protocols — plus application tips for different system types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 10: UPGRADE \/ ADVANCED\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eAdvanced Options\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eScale Up Your \u003cspan class=\"emerald\"\u003eNutrient Cycling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eFor commercial operations and high-density systems, these upgrade paths extend SUB-6's capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-upgrade-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-upgrade-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e📈\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eHigher CFU Formulations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated options available.\u003c\/strong\u003e For RAS facilities, hatcheries, and high-bioload systems requiring intensive sludge management. Contact us for custom CFU levels tailored to your operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-upgrade-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eCustom Strain Blends\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise targeting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Work with our microbial team to design a custom blend emphasising specific strains for your system's waste profile — whether high-protein, high-cellulose, or mineral-heavy sludge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-upgrade-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eBulk Supply \u0026amp; Scheduled Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial operations.\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in bulk quantities with scheduled deliveries for ongoing operations. Includes tailored dosing programs designed by our technical team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2.5rem;padding:2rem;border:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-radius:12px;background:rgba(5,150,105,.03);text-align:center;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:var(--em-elec);font-family:var(--font);font-size:1rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.08em;margin:0 0 .5rem;\"\u003e💬 Need a Custom Approach?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:var(--slate);font-size:.95rem;margin:0 0 1.2rem;\"\u003eOur technical team can design a tailored substrate management program for your specific operation — including custom blends, dosing schedules, and integration with existing biological management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eGet in Touch\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 11: FAQ\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/span\u003e Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What is the difference between SUB-6 and Microplex?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent purpose.\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplex is a 22-strain broad-spectrum probiotic for pathogen defence, nitrification, and water clarity in the \u003cstrong\u003ewater column\u003c\/strong\u003e. SUB-6 is a 6-strain specialist focused on \u003cstrong\u003esubstrate digestion, sludge reduction, and mineral mobilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e for greenwater production. They are complementary — SUB-6 handles the pond bottom, Microplex handles the water column.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Can SUB-6 be used with Microplex and OC-K?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes, they are designed to work together.\u003c\/strong\u003e SUB-6 handles the substrate layer (pond bottom), Microplex handles the water column, and OC-K fuels both. Together they provide complete biological coverage from sediment to surface for optimal system health and productivity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How does SUB-6 fuel greenwater production?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral remineralisation.\u003c\/strong\u003e SUB-6's Bacillus strains digests organic waste and release locked-up N, P, K, and Si back into the water column. B. amyloliquefaciens solubilises phosphorus and iron. B. megaterium releases phosphate from phytate. B. mucilaginosus mobilises potassium and silicon from silicate minerals. These nutrients are the exact fuel phytoplankton needs for stable, sustained blooms — turning pollution into productivity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is SUB-6 safe for fish and shrimp?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompletely safe.\u003c\/strong\u003e All 6 strains are naturally occurring Bacillus species — non-pathogenic, non-GMO, and safe for all aquaculture species including larval stages. Bacillus species are already present in most aquatic environments; SUB-6 simply provides a concentrated, targeted dose of beneficial strains.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How long does it take to see results?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSludge digestion begins within 48–72 hours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Initial nutrient release (N, P, K) is detectable within 3–5 days. Phytoplankton response follows within 5–10 days depending on light availability and temperature. Full system transformation typically occurs over 2–4 weeks of regular dosing. Faster results when combined with OC-K nutrient fuel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 12: NOT SURE CTA\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eNot Sure Which \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--slate);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eEvery system has different waste profiles. Our technical team can help you choose the right formulation, dosing protocol, and complementary products for your specific setup — from small ponds to commercial RAS facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eGet in Touch\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microbe-market\" class=\"bta-ghost-btn\"\u003eExplore All Products\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ════════════════════════════════════\n     SECTION 13: WHOLESALE \/ TRADE CTA\n     ════════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eTrade \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBulk pricing available for commercial aquaculture operations, RAS facilities, hatcheries, and resellers. 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2rem;margin-bottom:0;}.bta-section--angle{clip-path:none;padding-top:80px;margin-top:0;}.bta-trust-row{flex-direction:column;}}\n.bta-pg ul,.bta-pg ol,.bta-pg li,.bta-pg ul li,.bta-pg ol li{list-style:none!important;list-style-type:none!important;padding-left:0!important;margin-left:0!important;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ HERO ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003ePATHOGEN MITIGATION\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003ePMX8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003ePATHOGEN MITIGATION × 8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003e8 strains, 4 distinct kill mechanisms, and a predatory bacterium that hunts pathogens. The most comprehensive biological defence blend available for aquatic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eStrains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eKill Mechanisms\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eResistance Path\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ ANNOUNCEMENT ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-em\"\u003eCHEMICAL WARFARE\u003c\/span\u003e Streptomyces anti-mycobacterial compounds + Bacillus lipopeptides\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-cp\"\u003eBIOLOGICAL PREDATION\u003c\/span\u003e Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus — hunts Gram-negative pathogens\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-pu\"\u003eEXCLUSION + PRIMING\u003c\/span\u003e 6 spore-forming Bacillus strains + Rhodotorula yeast\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ TRUST + INTRO ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 8 Bacteria + Yeast Strains\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 4 Kill Mechanisms\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Includes Bdellovibrio Predator\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 1 × 10¹¹ CFU\/g\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Reef-Safe \u0026amp; Display-Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePMX8\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most comprehensive pathogen mitigation blend available. \u003cem\u003eChemical warfare\u003c\/em\u003e (Streptomyces anti-mycobacterial compounds, Bacillus lipopeptides), \u003cem\u003ebiological predation\u003c\/em\u003e (Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus), \u003cem\u003ecompetitive exclusion\u003c\/em\u003e (6 spore-forming Bacillus strains), and \u003cem\u003eimmune priming\u003c\/em\u003e (Rhodotorula yeast providing astaxanthin and beta-glucan). Pathogens cannot develop resistance to all four simultaneously.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ FOUR-TIER DEFENCE (COPPER) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\" style=\"background:var(--dark)!important;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eThe PMX8 Difference\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFour-Tier \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003ePathogen Defence\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMost probiotics rely on one mechanism. PMX8 deploys four distinct kill strategies that work synergistically — and that pathogens cannot simultaneously adapt to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(212,148,47,.15);\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:var(--copper2);\"\u003eChemical Warfare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreptomyces spp.\u003c\/strong\u003e produce anti-mycobacterial compounds targeting cell wall biosynthesis and metabolic pathways [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eBacillus strains\u003c\/strong\u003e produce lipopeptides (surfactin, iturin, fengycin, bacillomycin) that disrupt pathogen cell membranes, and may partially disrupt mycolic acid membrane integrity in tough pathogens like Mycobacterium [1]. Bactericidal — pathogens die, not just stop growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(212,148,47,.15);\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🦠\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:var(--copper2);\"\u003eBiological Predation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio bacteriovorus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a living predator that hunts, enters, consumes, and destroys Gram-negative pathogens from the inside. Each predator bursts into 3–6 new predators, continuing the hunt. Confirmed elimination of Vibrio parahaemolyticus, V. alginolyticus, Aeromonas hydrophila, A. veronii, Edwardsiella tarda, and E. coli in published studies [1]. A fundamentally different kill mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(212,148,47,.15);\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:var(--copper2);\"\u003eExclusion + Priming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Bacillus strains\u003c\/strong\u003e outcompete pathogens for space and nutrients, degrade biofilm, and secrete quorum-quenching compounds. \u003cstrong\u003eRhodotorula yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e provides astaxanthin and beta-glucan, upregulating 15+ immune markers including lysozyme, proPO, and SOD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ 8 STRAINS (EMERALD) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e8 Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eMeet the \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eMicrobial Arsenal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEight carefully selected microorganisms. From broad-spectrum Bacillus to specialised anti-mycobacterial Actinomycetes and the unique Bdellovibrio predator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eBacillus subtilis\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eBroad-Spectrum Suppression\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37+ metabolites. Lipopeptides (surfactin, iturin, fengycin) disrupt cell membranes; may partially disrupt mycolic acid integrity [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrio, Aeromonas, Pseudomonas, Streptococcus iniae, Edwardsiella — ≥70% reduction. \u003cstrong\u003eEnzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protease, amylase, cellulase — breaks down biofilms and organic waste. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid ammonium assimilation, degrades nitrite. \u003cstrong\u003eImmunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upregulates lysozyme, proPO, SOD, phagocytosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eBacillus licheniformis\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eBiofloc \u0026amp; Enzyme Specialist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lichenysin, bacitracin, surfactin. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrio (parahaemolyticus, alginolyticus, harveyi), Aeromonas, Streptococcus — proven 70%+ reduction in shrimp gut. \u003cstrong\u003eEnzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14+ enzymes including keratinase — exceptional sludge and organic matter degrader. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Core biofloc formation strain; assimilates nitrate and nitrite under aerobic conditions; crucial for heterotrophic nitrification-denitrification bridging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eBacillus amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAnti-Vibrio Heavy Hitter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacillomycin D, fengycin, surfactin, macrolactin, difficidin — one of the most potent anti-Vibrio strains known. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e V. parahaemolyticus (AHPND-causing), V. alginolyticus, Aeromonas — complete inhibition in co-culture. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Degrades complex organics, reducing BOD\/COD. \u003cstrong\u003eAdditional:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant growth promoter (auxin synthesis) for refugiums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eBacillus velezensis\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eMulti-Pathogen Generalist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacilysin, difficidin, macrolactin, surfactin, fengycin. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streptococcus agalactiae (70% survival in tilapia challenge), Vibrio, Aeromonas, Edwardsiella, Nocardia seriolae (68.3% survival). \u003cstrong\u003eEnzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protease, cellulase, xylanase. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Degrades cellulose and sludge; assimilates ammonia directly. \u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Mycobacterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lipopeptides may partially disrupt mycolic acid membrane integrity [1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003ePaenibacillus polymyxa\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAntifungal \u0026amp; Nitrogen Specialist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polymyxins, fusaricidins, paenibacillins, pelgipeptins. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fusarium, Saprolegnia, Candida, Vibrio, Aeromonas. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen-fixing — fixes atmospheric N₂ into bioavailable forms for plants\/biofilter; phosphate solubilisation. \u003cstrong\u003eEnzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phytase, chitinase (degrades fungal cell walls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eBdellovibrio bacteriovorus\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eLiving Predator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Physical predator. Attaches, drills through outer membrane, enters periplasm, consumes contents, bursts out 3–6 new predators. \u003cstrong\u003eConfirmed eliminations:\u003c\/strong\u003e V. parahaemolyticus, V. alginolyticus, A. hydrophila, A. veronii, E. tarda, E. coli — all confirmed lysed in Frontiers Microbiol 2024 and ScienceDirect 2022–2025 studies [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eSafe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cannot harm fish, invertebrates, or beneficial nitrifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eStreptomyces hydrogenans\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAnti-Mycobacterial Specialist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streptcytosines, atrovimycin, desertomycins, ilamycins — targets Mycobacterium cell wall biosynthesis and metabolic pathways [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eHard-Pathogen Specialist:\u003c\/strong\u003e What it does against Mycobacterium, it does against other difficult organisms too [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eKey targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mycobacterium, Nocardia seriolae. \u003cstrong\u003eQuorum quenching:\u003c\/strong\u003e AHL lactonase disrupts cell-to-cell communication, preventing biofilm and virulence expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-tag\" style=\"background:rgba(5,150,105,.15);border-color:rgba(5,150,105,.25);color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eRhodotorula mucilaginosa\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eImmune Priming \u0026amp; Colour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmune support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces astaxanthin (antioxidant) and beta-glucans (immune agonists). \u003cstrong\u003eEffects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upregulates lysozyme, respiratory burst, proPO cascade, SOD, phagocytosis. \u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assimilative nitrate reduction (uses nitrate as N-source). \u003cstrong\u003eEnzymes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lipase, phytase. \u003cstrong\u003eBonus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astaxanthin intensifies colouration for display\/market value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ METABOLITES \u0026 ENZYMES (COPPER) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(180deg, #060c10 0%, #0d0f06 100%)!important;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eBiochemical Output\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eMetabolites \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eEnzymes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003ePMX8 doesn't just outcompete pathogens — it chemically dismantles them and their biofilms, while rapidly processing organic waste and nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\" style=\"grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(340px,1fr));\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(212,148,47,.12);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:var(--copper2);\"\u003eKey Antimicrobial Metabolites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:.85rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eLipopeptides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surfactin, Iturin, Fengycin, Bacillomycin D, Lichenysin\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eAntibiotics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bacilysin, Difficidin, Macrolactin, Bacitracin, Polymyxins\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eAntifungals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fusaricidins, Paenibacillins, Pelgipeptins\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eAnti-Mycobacterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Streptcytosines, Atrovimycin, Desertomycins, Ilamycins\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eQuorum Quenching:\u003c\/strong\u003e AHL Lactonases, Acylases\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(212,148,47,.12);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"color:var(--copper2);\"\u003eDigestive \u0026amp; Degrading Enzymes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size:.85rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eProteolytic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtilisin, Keratinase, Neutral Protease\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eCarbohydrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amylase, Cellulase, Xylanase, Pectinase\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eLipid\/Nutrient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lipase, Phytase, Phospholipase\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eBiofilm\/Fungal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chitinase, DNase, Alginate lyase\u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eWater\/Sludge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catalase, Urease, Laccase\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ PATHOGEN TABLE — SPECIES LEVEL (EMERALD) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003ePathogen Effectiveness — Species Level\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eProven \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003ePathogen Suppression\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEvery species listed below has been specifically studied with the indicated PMX8 strain(s). Reduction rates reflect confirmed results from peer-reviewed publications (2022–2025). Bdellovibrio entries reflect confirmed complete lysis [1].\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eDisease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eKey PMX8 Strain(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eConfirmed Result\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eEvidence\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eVibrio — Gram-negative\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio parahaemolyticus\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eAHPND, acute hepatopancreatic necrosis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/strong\u003e (bacillomycin D, difficidin), \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED (Bdellovibrio lysis) [1]; Complete inhibition (B. amyloliquefaciens co-culture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eFrontiers Microbiol 2024; multiple Bacillus antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio alginolyticus\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eVibriosis, wound infections\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/strong\u003e (lichenysin), \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED (Bdellovibrio lysis) [1]; ≥70% reduction (B. licheniformis)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eFrontiers Microbiol 2024; shrimp gut antagonism\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio harveyi\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eLuminous vibriosis, shrimp mortality\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eShrimp gut antagonism studies; quorum quenching\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio anguillarum\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eVibriosis in marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies 2022–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio vulnificus\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eNecrotising fasciitis, septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction; Bdellovibrio predation\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad Gram-negative predation; Frontiers Microbiol 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio splendidus\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eBivalve mortality, fish vibriosis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eVibrio owensii\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eShrimp AHPND-like disease\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction; Bdellovibrio predation\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad anti-Vibrio antagonism\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eAeromonas — Gram-negative\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAeromonas hydrophila\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eMAS, haemorrhagic septicaemia, enteritis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED (Bdellovibrio lysis) [1]; ≥70% reduction; crucian carp enhanced survival [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eFrontiers Microbiol 2024; ScienceDirect 2023; American eel control ScienceDirect 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAeromonas veronii\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSepticaemia, motile aeromonad septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED (Bdellovibrio lysis) [1]; crucian carp mortality reduced [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eScienceDirect 2022; Frontiers Microbiol 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAeromonas salmonicida\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFurunculosis in salmonids\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e (polymyxins)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies 2022–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAeromonas sobria\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOpportunistic septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad Aeromonas antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAeromonas caviae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eGastroenteritis, septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad Aeromonas antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003ePseudomonas — Gram-negative\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOpportunistic infections, gill disease\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. amyloliquefaciens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction; Bdellovibrio predation\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad Gram-negative predation; Bacillus antagonism\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003ePseudomonas fluorescens\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSpoilage, fish spoilage\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003ePseudomonas anguilliseptica\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eRed spot disease in eels\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction; Bdellovibrio predation\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBroad Gram-negative predation\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eEdwardsiella — Gram-negative\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eEdwardsiella tarda\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eEdwardsiellosis, enteric septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED (Bdellovibrio lysis) [1]; ≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eFrontiers Microbiol 2024; Bacillus challenge studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eEdwardsiella ictaluri\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eESC (enteric septicaemia of catfish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus challenge studies 2022–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eEdwardsiella piscicida\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eEdwardsiellosis in marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eStreptococcus — Gram-positive\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eStreptococcus iniae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStreptococcosis, meningoencephalitis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies; tilapia challenge\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eStreptococcus agalactiae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStreptococcosis, septicaemia\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e (bacilysin, difficidin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e70% survival in tilapia challenge\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eB. velezensis tilapia challenge study 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eStreptococcus dysgalactiae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStreptococcosis in marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eBacillus antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eNocardia — Gram-positive (acid-fast partial)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eNocardia seriolae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eNocardiosis, granulomatous lesions\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e68.3% survival (B. velezensis challenge); S. hydrogenans hard-pathogen targeting [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eB. velezensis challenge study; S. hydrogenans cross-targeting [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eNocardia asteroides\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eNocardiosis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e (hard-pathogen specialist) [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction (hard-pathogen cross-targeting) [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans cross-targeting mechanism [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eNocardia salmonicida\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eNocardiosis in salmonids\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction (hard-pathogen cross-targeting) [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans cross-targeting mechanism [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--copper);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(212,148,47,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(212,148,47,.1);\"\u003eMycobacterium — Acid-fast (Hard Pathogen)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eMycobacterium marinum\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFish TB, granulomatous lesions\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e (cell wall biosynthesis targeting) [1], \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e + \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e (mycolic acid disruption) [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eEffective (prevention) — free-living reduction; cannot penetrate established granulomas\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans anti-mycobacterial compounds target cell wall biosynthesis [1]; lipopeptide mycolic acid disruption [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eMycobacterium fortuitum\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFish TB, rapid-growing mycobacteria\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e (cell wall biosynthesis targeting) [1], \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e + \u003cstrong\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/strong\u003e (mycolic acid disruption) [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eEffective (prevention) — free-living reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans anti-mycobacterial compounds [1]; lipopeptide mycolic acid disruption [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eMycobacterium chelonae\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFish TB, shell disease in turtles\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e (hard-pathogen specialist) [1], lipopeptide disruption [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eEffective (prevention) — free-living reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans cross-targeting [1]; lipopeptide mycolic acid disruption [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eMycobacterium piscium\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFish TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/strong\u003e (hard-pathogen specialist) [1], lipopeptide disruption [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eEffective (prevention) — free-living reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eS. hydrogenans cross-targeting [1]\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n          \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"5\" style=\"padding:.6rem .8rem;font-family:var(--font);font-size:.78rem;color:var(--em-bright);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;background:rgba(5,150,105,.04);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(5,150,105,.1);\"\u003eFungal Pathogens\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eFusarium solani\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFusariosis, egg mortality\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e (fusaricidins, paenibacillins)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eP. polymyxa antifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eFusarium oxysporum\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFusariosis\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e (fusaricidins), \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e (iturin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eAntifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eSaprolegnia parasitica\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSaprolegniasis, cotton-wool disease\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e (paenibacillins, pelgipeptins), \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e (iturin, fengycin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eAntifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eSaprolegnia diclina\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSalmonid egg mortality\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eAntifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eCandida albicans\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOpportunistic yeast infections\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e (fusaricidins, pelgipeptins)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eAntifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-model\" style=\"color:var(--em-bright);\"\u003eAspergillus spp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eAspergillosis, environmental fungal load\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-strains-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/strong\u003e (fengycin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd class=\"bta-evidence\"\u003eAntifungal antagonism studies\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffectiveness levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eELIMINATED\u003c\/span\u003e = confirmed complete lysis via Bdellovibrio predation. \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥70% reduction\u003c\/span\u003e = ≥70% confirmed antagonism in peer-reviewed studies. \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003e≥50% reduction\u003c\/span\u003e = ≥50% confirmed antagonism. \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e = indirect benefit through immune priming \/ environmental suppression of free-living forms; cannot penetrate established granulomas. Research sources: peer-reviewed publications 2022–2025. Full references available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ APPLICATION (PURPLE) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(180deg, #060c10 0%, #0a060f 100%)!important;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003eApplication Methods\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eHow to \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--pu-mid),var(--pu-light));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eApply PMX8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003ePMX8 is formulated at 1 × 10¹¹ CFU\/g. Choose the application method that matches your system and treatment goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\" style=\"margin-bottom:3rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.15);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e💧 Water — Acute Treatment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 g per 1000 L\u003c\/strong\u003e = 100,000 CFU\/mL. Starting dose for acute pathogen outbreaks. Dose once weekly. Escalate by 25% increments based on severity. Maintain active aeration. Minimise feed input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.15);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e🔄 Water — Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 g per 2000 L\u003c\/strong\u003e = 50,000 CFU\/mL. Reduced intensity for maintenance. Ideal for ongoing pathogen suppression, organic waste degradation, and passive nitrification support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"font-size:clamp(1.8rem,3vw,2.5rem);\"\u003eFeed Application \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--pu-mid),var(--pu-light));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eGut Health\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eAdministering PMX8 via feed provides direct gut colonisation, competitive exclusion of enteric pathogens, and potent immune priming. The extensive enzyme profile drastically improves FCR and nutrient absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.2);background:rgba(147,51,234,.03);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e🍽️ Feed — Standard Dose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 g per kg feed\u003c\/strong\u003e = 1 × 10⁸ CFU\/g feed. For gut colonisation, immune priming, and competitive exclusion in the GI tract. Spray coated onto feed with a binder (e.g., cod liver oil or lecithin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.2);background:rgba(147,51,234,.03);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e⚡ Feed — Therapeutic Dose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 g per kg feed\u003c\/strong\u003e = 5 × 10⁸ CFU\/g feed. Maximum immune stimulation and strongest pathogen suppression during active outbreaks. Use for 7–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.2);background:rgba(147,51,234,.03);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e🧬 Digestive Enzyme Suite\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtease \u0026amp; Subtilisin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breaks down complex proteins into absorbable amino acids. \u003cstrong\u003eAmylase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleaves starches for energy. \u003cstrong\u003eLipase \u0026amp; Phospholipase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emulsifies and digests fats. \u003cstrong\u003eCellulase \u0026amp; Xylanase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Degrades plant\/fiber matter in herbivorous\/omnivorous species. \u003cstrong\u003eKeratinase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digests otherwise indigestible feather\/keratin meals. \u003cstrong\u003ePhytase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Releases bound phosphorus from phytate, improving P-absorption and reducing water phosphorus load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\" style=\"border-color:rgba(147,51,234,.2);background:rgba(147,51,234,.03);\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4 style=\"color:var(--pu-light);\"\u003e🛡️ Health-Promoting Byproducts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstaxanthin (from Rhodotorula):\u003c\/strong\u003e Potent antioxidant; protects gut epithelium from oxidative stress, intensifies pigmentation. \u003cstrong\u003eBeta-glucans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agonists for Dectin-1\/TLR receptors; upregulates lysozyme, proPO, macrophage activation. \u003cstrong\u003eB-Vitamins \u0026amp; Vitamin K2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synthesised in situ by Bacillus strains, supporting metabolism and blood coagulation. \u003cstrong\u003eShort-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentation byproducts that lower gut pH, inhibiting alkaliphilic pathogens while nourishing enterocytes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-protocol-box\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eAcute Treatment Protocol\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarting dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 g per 1000 L applied once weekly. \u003cstrong\u003eEscalation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increase dose\/frequency by 25% based on severity. \u003cstrong\u003eAeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always maintain active aeration during treatment. \u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimise feed input during water treatment to maximise oxygen availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ MYCOBACTERIUM (COPPER) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--copper);\"\u003eHonest Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eMycobacterium: \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003ePrevention, Not Cure\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eFish TB (\u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the hardest pathogens in aquariology. We're upfront about what PMX8 can and cannot do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-myco-callout\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eWhat PMX8 CAN Do for Mycobacterium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eReduce free-living \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e in water and substrate via \u003cstrong\u003eStreptomyces anti-mycobacterial compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e (streptcytosines, atrovimycin, desertomycins, ilamycins) that specifically target Mycobacterium cell wall biosynthesis and metabolic pathways [1]. \u003cem\u003eS. hydrogenans\u003c\/em\u003e acts as the blend's hard-pathogen specialist — what it does against Mycobacterium, it does against other difficult organisms too [1]. \u003cstrong\u003eLipopeptide disruption\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cem\u003eBacillus\u003c\/em\u003e strains (surfactin, iturin) may partially disrupt mycolic acid membrane integrity at sufficient concentrations [1]. Combined with competitive exclusion and immune priming (astaxanthin, beta-glucan, lysozyme upregulation, macrophage activation, phagosome-lysosome fusion restoration), PMX8 prevents establishment by occupying all the niches \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e would try to colonise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-myco-callout\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eWhat PMX8 CANNOT Do\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eCure established mycobacteriosis. Once granulomas form, \u003cstrong\u003eno product can penetrate them\u003c\/strong\u003e. Drug treatment (rifampin + ethambutol, typically months) is required. PMX8's strategy for \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003eprevention\u003c\/strong\u003e — making it harder to gain a foothold and easier for fish to fight it off if exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ FAQ (EMERALD) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eCommon \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--em-elec),var(--em-mid));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How does PMX8 differ from regular probiotics?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eRegular probiotics support digestion or water quality via competitive exclusion. \u003cstrong\u003ePMX8 is a pathogen mitigation system\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's formulated with four distinct kill mechanisms that pathogens cannot simultaneously develop resistance to. It includes a predatory bacterium (\u003cem\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/em\u003e) that physically hunts and eliminates Gram-negative pathogens [1], and a hard-pathogen specialist (\u003cem\u003eStreptomyces\u003c\/em\u003e) producing anti-mycobacterial compounds that target cell wall biosynthesis and metabolic pathways [1].\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Can PMX8 cure mycobacteriosis (fish TB)?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e granulomas form, no probiotic can penetrate them. PMX8's strategy is \u003cstrong\u003eprevention\u003c\/strong\u003e: Streptomyces anti-mycobacterial compounds target cell wall biosynthesis [1], Bacillus lipopeptides may disrupt mycolic acid integrity [1], competitive exclusion prevents colonisation, and immune priming helps fish fight off early infections.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Does PMX8 improve water quality?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eYes, significantly. The \u003cem\u003eBacillus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePaenibacillus\u003c\/em\u003e strains produce 14+ digestive enzymes (protease, amylase, cellulase, keratinase) that rapidly break down organic sludge and reduce BOD\/COD. \u003cem\u003eB. subtilis\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eB. velezensis\u003c\/em\u003e assimilate ammonia directly. \u003cem\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/em\u003e is a core biofloc strain, bridging heterotrophic nitrification-denitrification. \u003cem\u003eP. polymyxa\u003c\/em\u003e fixes atmospheric N₂ and solubilises phosphorus. \u003cem\u003eRhodotorula\u003c\/em\u003e assimilates nitrate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\" style=\"color:var(--em-elec);\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is PMX8 safe for reef tanks and display aquariums?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eYes. \u003cem\u003eBdellovibrio\u003c\/em\u003e only preys on Gram-negative bacteria — it cannot harm fish, invertebrates, corals, or beneficial nitrifiers. \u003cem\u003eRhodotorula\u003c\/em\u003e is a marine yeast safe for all aquatic life. All strains are non-pathogenic and reef-safe.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ CTA (COPPER) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eNot Sure Which \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--slate);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eEvery system is different. Our technical team can help you choose the right formulation and dosing protocol for your specific setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eGet in Touch\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microbe-market\" class=\"bta-ghost-btn\"\u003eExplore Microbe Market\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═════════════════════ WHOLESALE (COPPER) ═════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eTrade \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--copper),var(--copper2));-webkit-background-clip:text;-webkit-text-fill-color:transparent;background-clip:text;\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBulk pricing available for commercial RAS facilities, hatcheries, aquaculture operations, and resellers. Volume discounts, custom CFU formulations, and scheduled deliveries available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eApply for Trade Account\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Biotech Aquatica ","offers":[{"title":"50gm- PMX-8 Pathogen Mitigation Probiotic","offer_id":49136962568434,"sku":null,"price":81.23,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gm- PMX-8 Pathogen Mitigation Probiotic","offer_id":49136962601202,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250gm- PMX-8 Pathogen Mitigation Probiotic","offer_id":49130789273842,"sku":null,"price":262.68,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/files\/PMX8.jpg?v=1777804735"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/collections\/Bio_650a899b-04c6-4d03-ad9b-87898e8086dd.jpg?v=1774305979","url":"https:\/\/www.btaqua.com.au\/collections\/aquatic-probiotics-microbial-solutions.oembed","provider":"Biotech Aquatica ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}