Organic Fertilizer
An organic fertilizer is a fertilizer that is derived from organic sources, including organic compost, cattle manures, poultry droppings and domestic sewage. Organic fertilizer is usually made from plant or animal waste – think manure or compost. They can also be highly processed products with a compost or manure base.
Advantages of Organic Fertilizer
Organic fertilizers are fertilizers produced entirely of natural raw materials of plant or animal origin. Mostly based on the manure of compost. The nutrients in organic fertilizers, including nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, are released when soil organisms such as beneficial bacteria and fungi break down the fertilizer pellets. These micro-organisms found in the soil are also called soil life.
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Advantages of using organic fertilizers:
Organic fertilizers have multiple advantages for growers:
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Improved airy soil structure;
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Healthier soil and more fertile;
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Longer period available for crops than chemical fertilizers;
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Environmentally friendly;
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Easy to use.
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Airy soil structure
The use of natural fertilizers leads to an augmentation of micro-biologic activity in the soil. Organic fertilizers are broken down by organisms in humic acid and amino acids. During this process, oxygen is needed and the air is drawn, making the soil structure lighter. Due to this combination, rich, healthy soil with good biodiversity is created. Because of this, the plant gets enough nutrients and humidity from the soil, resulting in a healthy crop with high resistance to diseases and pests.
Healthier soil and more fertile
Organic fertilizers are broken down for two reasons. The first is to improve the core structure of the soil. The second is to increase its ability to hold water and important nutrients for a longer period of time. Over time, the regular and proper use of these natural fertilizers can result in healthy and stronger crops. In addition, unlike synthetic fertilizers that only provide primary nutrients to the crop, organic fertilizers also contain adequate levels of micronutrients such as calcium, magnesium, zinc, sulfur and copper.
Longer availability
Another advantage of organic fertilizers is that the nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium) are supplied more gradually compared to chemical fertilizers. This is because organic fertilizers only supply nutrients when bacteria break down the fertilizer pellets. A longer availability of the nutrients can be seen as a result of this, which brings along a lower risk of leaching and burning of the roots (which could happen with an excessive amount of chemical fertilizers).
Environmentally friendly
Organic fertilizers are less concentrated than synthetic fertilizers and are therefore much safer to use. Organic fertilizers are ecological, environmentally friendly and non-toxic in nature, making them the best fertilizers for plants and crops in greenhouse farming. Their regular use does not lead to pollution and contributes to a better future.
Easy to use
In addition to being harmless, organic fertilizers are also extremely user-friendly. Thus, you do not need to use any protective clothing or gadgets for these natural products.
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Fields of application:
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Vegetable crops
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Fruit crops
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Viticulture
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Arboriculture