Humic Substances as a Versatile Intermediary

Abstract

Humic substances are organic ubiquitous components arising in the process of chemical and microbiological oxidation, generally called humification, the second largest process of the carbon cycle. The beneficial properties of these various substances can be observed in many fields of life and health, whether it is the impact on the human organism, as prophylactic as well as the therapeutic effects; animal physiology and welfare, which is widely used in livestock farming; or the impact of humic substances on the environment and ecosystem in the context of renewal, fertilization and detoxification. Since animal health, human health and environmental health are interconnected and mutually influencing, this work brings insight into the excellence of the use of humic substances as a versatile mediator contributing to the promotion of One Health.

Improving Tree Seedling Quality Using Humates Combined with Bacteria to Address Decarbonization Challenges through Forest Restoration

“…These results of our research are in accordance with the literature on the capacity of humates to stimulate the growth of plants [ 21 ]. Most reports about the action of humates were obtained on herbaceous plants [ 13 ], but there is also information on their effect on woody plants [ 3 , 16 , 22 ].…”

“…Humic substances (HSs), which are products of degradation of organic matter contained in soil and extracted from brown coal, peat, and other caustobiolites, are characterized as universal regulators that can improve the properties of both the environment and living organisms [ 1 , 2 , 3 ]. The present investigation studied the possibility of their use in combination with rhizosphere microorganisms as a means of improving the quality of tree seedlings for forest restoration and solving the problem of decarbonization.…”

Application of Alkaline Deep Eutectic Solvents as a Green Alternative to the Traditional Extractants for the Isolation of Humic Substances

“…Humic substances (HSs) are defined as macromolecular compounds that are a key source of organic matter, and their presence in the soil profile is crucial to ensure its proper structure. , Furthermore, due to their specific molecular structure, HSs have the ability to interact with metal ions; therefore, they can be considered as micronutrient carriers but also as substances for heavy metal immobilization. , The mentioned functions determine the main application of HSs for agricultural purposes. Therefore, the use of HSs as fertilizer components, as well as agents for soil bioremediation, has been widely discussed in the literature. − However, in recent years, the ideas of alternative applications of HSs, such as food additives, surfactants, and cosmetics, have become evident. − The growing use of HSs can be observed on the basis of data in market reports. According to the information given on the Global Market Insights Web site, the size of the market related to only humic acids, which are one fraction of HSs, in 2021 was valued at 532.7 million dollars, when, according to predictions, this value will rise to about 1.1 billion dollars in 2028…”

“… 5 − 8 However, in recent years, the ideas of alternative applications of HSs, such as food additives, surfactants, and cosmetics, have become evident. 9 − 12 The growing use of HSs can be observed on the basis of data in market reports. According to the information given on the Global Market Insights Web site, the size of the market related to only humic acids, which are one fraction of HSs, in 2021 was valued at 532.7 million dollars, when, according to predictions, this value will rise to about 1.1 billion dollars in 2028.…”

The Effect of the Supplementation of Humic Substances and Fermented Products in the Feed on the Content of Salinomycin Residues in Poultry Tissues

“…Due to the extensive use of antimicrobial substances in the animal products industry and with the aim of innovation, several natural substances are offered, which by their nature can affect the content of antimicrobial substance residues in products of animal origin and thereby contribute to consumer protection. Due to the presence of functional groups in their molecules, humic substances can reduce the presence of residues of pharmacologically active substances in animal products [ 26 , 27 , 28 ]. By-products such as wheat bran are traditional feed ingredients.…”