Can MSM (methylsulfonylmethane, methyl sulfone, or dimethyl sulfone) can be a source of S fertilizer for plants?

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Johann Hornbacher

I am also interested in this topic. The only refrence I've found is a Korean paper that fertilized onions with MSM. The next question would be: is MSM harmful for the soil microbiota when applied directly to soil?

Article Quality Characteristics of Onions Applied with Methylsulfony...

William Tuell

Hello Johann Hornbacher and Alan Wicks

Have either of you found any more data on the subject of MSM in relation to sulfur containing amino acids and its use as a plant supplement?