Mineral Fertiliser- 2.5kg pack
Alroc Mineral Fertiliser
What is Mineral Fertiliser?
Alroc is a blend of crushed volcanic Basalt, Granite, Dolomite, Bentonite, Rock Phosphate, Rock Potash and Bio Coal Fines, chosen for their mineral content. The Bio Coal Fines have been composted for 10 years and are added as a dry, micro-fine dust to provide carbon for our soils in the form of organic matter.
Alroc Mineral Fertilisers are Certified Organic by the Biological Farmers of Australia (BFA). Alroc Mineral Fertilisers are made here in Queensland.
Applying rock dust to the soil is not new. Lime, dolomite and gypsum are all commonly used by most gardeners to modify their soil.
The clever blending of the more commonly known Lime, dolomite and gypsum with selected rock and coal fines produces an amazing product that has the ingredients to give your plants just what they need.
The vegetables produced in such an Aquaponic system, are just what your body needs. Get all the minerals needed for robust good health.
I have used this type of Mineral in my garden for years with good results.
I apply Mineral Fertiliser to my gravel Grow Beds at the rate of 1 cup per 1sqM once every three months.
The granulated rock mixture quickly breaks down in the presence of water, and there is plenty of that in an Aquaponics system.
The mineral material is acted upon by microbes in the gravel grow bed and converted to a mineral chemistry that can be easily and readily taken up by the plants.
The plant health benefits of highly mineralised soils are well known. I have witnessed this myself while living in PNG.
The vegetables grown in the highlands of PNG are something else. Anyone who has been to the Mt Hagen markets will testify to the size and quality of the carrots, tomatoes ....the list goes on.
My Aquaponic system has remained pH stable ever since adding Mineral Fertiliser.
It was a common quip while I was living in PNG, that "If you planted a broom handle in the highland soil, you would get a broom tree", that's how good the volcanic soil is !!!
The Mineral Fertiliser I use will not harm your fish in any way.
If I were able to test my fish in a Laboratory I would wager the results would show that they are healthier than most because of the benefits passed on to them through the system by the application of Mineral Fertiliser to my Grow Beds.
The Alroc Soil Remineralisation Program.
* Causes phenomenal growth of micro-organisms in the soil.
* Provides sustained-release of minerals, increasing their uptake by plants.
* Contributes to the building of humus complexes.
* Raises the moisture and nutrient storage capacity of the soil.
* Counters the effects of soil acidity.
* Improves soil structure.
* Reduces soil erosion.
* Improves resistance to insects, disease organisms, and fungus.
* Produces plants with an extensive feeder root system.
* Reduces watering cost and time, once established.
* Improves flavour and nutrient levels in produce.
* Increases shelf-life for fruit, vegetables and flowers.
* Grows organic produce which commands a premium price.
* Grows healthy animals.
* Reduces reliance on artificial fertilisers.
* Protects waterways from soluble salts.
* Protects farmers and families from chemical exposure.
* Saves farm input costs.
* Is an integral part of sustainable farming into the future.
How does Alroc Mineral Fertiliser work? This section is directly from the Alrock Website .... Further reading see .... http://www.mineralfertiliser.com.au/about.htm
Since soil forms from rock in the first place, poor, or overworked soil can be improved by adding specific types of rock-dust chosen for their mineral content. The volcanic Basalt, Granite, Dolomite, Rock Phosphate, Rock Potash and Bio Coal Fines in Alroc, slowly releases a complete spectrum of minerals and trace elements. Micro-organisms decompose rock-dust from the surface of tiny Alroc particles and combine this with organic matter to form humus. The rejuvenated soil supports an enormous variety of soil organisms, some of which capture nitrogen from the air and make it available to plants. The plants grow nutrient-rich and withstand pest and disease infestations much better. Because the plants develop an extensive feeder root system, they are also better able to withstand dry spells. By utilising the soil organisms, Alroc uses a natural renewable energy source to process nutrients for plants. Sustainable farming makes use of on-farm resources and natural biological processes.
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