GenTrek Labs
Soil Biology Health Report for AEA Products (Control, Revenant Charge 2gal/acre, Revenant Charge 1gal/acre)
Microbial diversity, ecological interpretation, and farm-relevant insights
Executive Summary
High-level interpretation of the soil biology profiles in this report.
Key Findings
- Revenant Charge 2gal/acre had the highest overall soil biology score in this set.
- Control ranked lowest overall and may benefit most from management changes that support biological balance and resilience.
- Revenant Charge 2gal/acre showed the strongest diversity profile in the current cohort.
- Control showed the strongest inferred functional potential in the current cohort.
- Scores should be interpreted as comparative signals within this sample set and alongside field history, crop system, amendments, and standard soil chemistry.
Overall Score Comparison
Sample Ranking Snapshot
| Sample | Overall | Rating | Diversity | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenant Charge 2gal/acre | 67.6 | Moderate | 75.0 | 92.9 |
| Revenant Charge 1gal/acre | 63.8 | Moderate | 48.9 | 89.0 |
| Control | 47.4 | Concerning | 25.1 | 94.1 |
Sample Overview
Cross-sample comparison of overall score and core sub-scores.
Overall Score Comparison
| Sample | Overall | Rating | Diversity | Stability | Function | Risk Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenant Charge 2gal/acre | 67.6 | 75.0 | 45.2 | 92.9 | 45.5 | |
| Revenant Charge 1gal/acre | 63.8 | 48.9 | 75.0 | 89.0 | 37.9 | |
| Control | 47.4 | 25.1 | 30.6 | 94.1 | 49.8 |
Sample Report
Revenant Charge 2gal/acre
67.6
Moderate
Core Scores
Diversity
75.0
Stability
45.2
Functional Potential
92.9
Risk Balance
45.5
Subscore Profile
Interpretive Summary
This sample received an overall rating of Moderate based on diversity, community stability, inferred functional guild support, and imbalance or pathogen-watch signals within the current cohort.
Top Strengths
- Strong inferred functional potential
- Strong nitrogen-cycling signal
- High microbial diversity
- Strong organic matter breakdown potential
Watch Items
- Elevated pathogen watchlist signal
- Imbalance or pathogen-watch signal is elevated
Alpha Diversity Metrics
Observed taxa
600.0
Shannon
4.4
Simpson
1.0
Inverse Simpson
21.3
Pielou evenness
0.7
Farming Interpretation
Nitrogen cycling
Strong
Organic matter breakdown
Strong
Soil structure support
Strong
Disease suppression potential
Moderate
Pathogen watch level
Elevated
Top Taxa
| Taxon | Normalized Count |
|---|---|
| VAZQ01 | 245.3 |
| Bradyrhizobium | 226.0 |
| BOG-931 | 194.2 |
| Pseudolabrys | 135.2 |
| Methyloceanibacter | 58.3 |
| Gp1-AA133 | 56.4 |
| Tuber | 49.7 |
| CADEEJ01 | 39.0 |
| Angelobacter | 37.7 |
| JAFASC01 | 34.9 |
Ecological Signal Details
| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen fixation potential | 231.9 |
| Nitrification potential | 26.0 |
| Saprophyte/decomposer potential | 86.3 |
| Soil structure support | 61.3 |
| Disease suppression associated | 10.6 |
| Plant pathogen watchlist | 12.2 |
| Fungal proxy signal | 88.4 |
| Dominance penalty | 71.2 |
Model Notes
- High microbial diversity suggests broader ecological capacity.
- Nitrogen-fixation-associated genera are well represented.
- Nitrification-associated genera are well represented.
- Saprophyte/decomposer signal is strong, consistent with active residue turnover.
- Fungal and filamentous taxa associated with soil structure support are present.
- Plant-pathogen watchlist signal is elevated and worth monitoring over time.
Sample Report
Revenant Charge 1gal/acre
63.8
Moderate
Core Scores
Diversity
48.9
Stability
75.0
Functional Potential
89.0
Risk Balance
37.9
Subscore Profile
Interpretive Summary
This sample received an overall rating of Moderate based on diversity, community stability, inferred functional guild support, and imbalance or pathogen-watch signals within the current cohort.
Top Strengths
- Strong inferred functional potential
- Strong nitrogen-cycling signal
- Good community balance and evenness
- Strong organic matter breakdown potential
Watch Items
- Elevated pathogen watchlist signal
- Imbalance or pathogen-watch signal is elevated
Alpha Diversity Metrics
Observed taxa
395.0
Shannon
4.3
Simpson
1.0
Inverse Simpson
23.1
Pielou evenness
0.7
Farming Interpretation
Nitrogen cycling
Strong
Organic matter breakdown
Strong
Soil structure support
Strong
Disease suppression potential
Limited
Pathogen watch level
Elevated
Top Taxa
| Taxon | Normalized Count |
|---|---|
| VAZQ01 | 256.1 |
| Bradyrhizobium | 211.1 |
| Pseudolabrys | 151.2 |
| BOG-931 | 112.5 |
| Gp1-AA133 | 73.8 |
| JAFASC01 | 64.0 |
| Palsa-883 | 50.4 |
| Angelobacter | 44.6 |
| CADEEJ01 | 39.8 |
| Methyloceanibacter | 37.8 |
Ecological Signal Details
| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen fixation potential | 214.0 |
| Nitrification potential | 16.4 |
| Saprophyte/decomposer potential | 96.0 |
| Soil structure support | 41.7 |
| Disease suppression associated | 9.7 |
| Plant pathogen watchlist | 14.6 |
| Fungal proxy signal | 67.0 |
| Dominance penalty | 70.6 |
Model Notes
- Community structure appears relatively even and less dominated.
- Nitrogen-fixation-associated genera are well represented.
- Nitrification-associated genera are well represented.
- Saprophyte/decomposer signal is strong, consistent with active residue turnover.
- Fungal and filamentous taxa associated with soil structure support are present.
- Plant-pathogen watchlist signal is elevated and worth monitoring over time.
Sample Report
Control
47.4
Concerning
Core Scores
Diversity
25.1
Stability
30.6
Functional Potential
94.1
Risk Balance
49.8
Subscore Profile
Interpretive Summary
This sample received an overall rating of Concerning based on diversity, community stability, inferred functional guild support, and imbalance or pathogen-watch signals within the current cohort.
Top Strengths
- Strong inferred functional potential
- Strong nitrogen-cycling signal
- Strong organic matter breakdown potential
- Active decomposer guilds
Watch Items
- Lower diversity than peer samples
- Lower resilience potential
- Community appears relatively uneven
- Potential dominance by fewer taxa
Alpha Diversity Metrics
Observed taxa
396.0
Shannon
4.1
Simpson
0.9
Inverse Simpson
17.5
Pielou evenness
0.7
Farming Interpretation
Nitrogen cycling
Strong
Organic matter breakdown
Strong
Soil structure support
Strong
Disease suppression potential
Moderate
Pathogen watch level
Moderate
Top Taxa
| Taxon | Normalized Count |
|---|---|
| BOG-931 | 314.9 |
| Bradyrhizobium | 237.6 |
| VAZQ01 | 207.5 |
| Pseudolabrys | 107.9 |
| Gp1-AA133 | 51.8 |
| Palsa-883 | 50.1 |
| Methyloceanibacter | 42.3 |
| Angelobacter | 39.8 |
| JAFASC01 | 32.1 |
| Acidoferrum | 28.5 |
Ecological Signal Details
| Signal | Value |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen fixation potential | 244.5 |
| Nitrification potential | 26.9 |
| Saprophyte/decomposer potential | 65.8 |
| Soil structure support | 29.3 |
| Disease suppression associated | 12.1 |
| Plant pathogen watchlist | 9.5 |
| Fungal proxy signal | 44.9 |
| Dominance penalty | 84.0 |
Model Notes
- Lower diversity may indicate reduced resilience or narrower function.
- Community appears more uneven, suggesting stronger dominance by fewer taxa.
- Nitrogen-fixation-associated genera are well represented.
- Nitrification-associated genera are well represented.
- Saprophyte/decomposer signal is strong, consistent with active residue turnover.
- Fungal and filamentous taxa associated with soil structure support are present.