Azos/bacteria additives... need help with application rates

[Tomatoesonly]

I was taking a look at getting some Azos, and looking at the label online they want you to use huge amounts of it.

Rooting Cuttings​

1. Add 4 tbsp per 1 gallon

The stuff is $50 for 12 oz.!!!!!!

Now, from what I remember, bacteria like to multiply more than an Asian kid in math class. So a person really should only need a seed amount of material for the initial startup. Why would you need to continue using it every watering? "Mix with water and apply weekly through Veg / Grow. Hand water or add to reservoirs."

Also, couldn't you just make a quick 1-2 day enriched tea with a small amount of Azos as the starter seed and end up with a concentration many many many times the original amount used?

 

[Thighland]

What you say about multiplying sounds correct, this may offer more info https://businessdiary.com.ph/633/how-to-make-imo-indigenous-microorganisms/

 

[Creeperpark]

Use as directed for the best results. They have a lot of good reviews, so I wouldn't take a chance on underusing it.