FerMax Yeast Storage:

* * FerMax arrives vacuum sealed in 5 kg/11lb bags: 2 bags per box, 100 boxes per pallet.

* * FerMax has a shelf life of two years when stored in a cool dry location.

(packaging is expiration dated)

Martrex Method of Hydration & Propagation:

1. Fill a tank with 26 gallons of water per box of FerMax Yeast used.
2. Heat water to 100°F-104°F.
3. Add 2 soluble bags of HydroMax yeast hydration/activation product per box of FerMax yeast used.
4. Add yeast and allow it to hydrate and activate for 10-15 minutes.
5. Add activated FerMax Yeast to the filling propagator. Optimum propagation temperature is 95-98ºF, and ideal pH is 4.6-5.3.
6. Propagate for 4-8 hours before pitching to a fermentor.

* * The ideal ratio of water to yeast during hydration is between 1:10 and 1:20