FertAg 0-8-0

Fused Calcium Magnesium Silica Phosphate - grit

FertAg 0-8-0 is imported from Vietnam. It is a fused calcium, magnesium silicate phosphate that provides 95% plant available nutrients in a controlled slow release in acid soils. It contains 24% Ca, 10% Mg, 11% Si, 8% P and is an environmentally friendly soil conditioner and phosphate fertiliser. It is insoluble in water so does not leach or wash away and is easily spread without lumping. FertAg 0-8-0 is certified as suitable for use in organic agriculture in Australia and New Zealand by Australia Organic (AOC) and Biogro NZ respectively.

Potassium: 8%

Calcium: 23%

Magnesium: 10%

Silicon: 11%

ANALYSIS (NPK)

0-8-0

PRODUCT FORM

Grit

PRODUCT SIZE

98% < 0.08 inch (2mm)

SOURCE

Haiphong, Vietnam

Benefits

  • Slow controlled release effect
  • Silicates protect Fe & Al in the soil from locking up P
  • Easily spread and broadcasts up to 25ft (7.5m) a side
  • Can help remediate sodic soils
  • Improved insect and fungal protection by plants through silicate enhanced plant tissue
  • Calcium and silicon improve quality and shelf life of fruit and vegetables
  • Silicates help plant develop stronger stems to reduce lodging in grain crops
  • Very low in heavy metals (e.g. As = 5ppm, Cd < 0.5ppm)