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Organic soil care : Bulky organic materials

Introduction

'Bulky organic In this case 'organic' means of living origin materials' are the mainstay of organic soil fertility. Of natural origin, such materials are high in plant 'fibre', which is a vital food for the soil life that builds and maintains the soil structure. They also contain plant foods, in levels that will vary between different types of material, and how those materials have been stored.

Waste materials from your garden or allotment should be your first choice. Try and source further materials as locally as possible. Manures, straw or hay should be obtained only from organic, or low input systems.

When buying 'commercial' products, choose those with an organic accreditation with an accredited organic symbol, or wording, from an approved organic certification organisation where possible.

The way in which these materials are stored or processed before use, and the rates at which they are used is vital to their acceptability in organic growing. Consult the Composts and manures in the organic garden - factsheet.

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