Rising Fertiliser Costs Are Changing Farming: Why Soil Performance Systems Are Now Essential
Rising fertiliser costs and supply shortages are accelerating demand for soil performance systems that improve fertiliser efficiency, silicon cycling and crop resilience. Diatomaceous earth and attapulgite clay support soil structure, nutrient retention and plant available silicon in Australian farming systems.
AUSTRALIAN FERTILISER SUPPLY CRISIS – Domestic alternatives, Soil strategies and Supply security
As winter crop sowing gets underway across Australia’s grain belts, farmers are contending with elevated diesel costs, volatile imported fertiliser prices, and the growing risk of global supply chain disruption. This article explores how two Western Australian minerals — attapulgite clay (AgriFix 102 & 103) and diatomaceous earth — can reduce import dependency and support crop production through soil conditioning, fertiliser enhancement, agrochemical carrier applications, and natural grain storage protection.
The Science of Dog Odour Control: Why Adsorbent Powders Work Best
Dog standing on grass next to Eco Pawz CleanUp natural adsorbent powder made from diatomaceous earth and attapulgite clay for effective dog odour removal and eco-friendly cleaning. Eco Pawz CleanUp™ uses the natural adsorbent power of diatomaceous earth (DE) and attapulgite clay to absorb dog mess, neutralise odours, and keep indoor and outdoor areas fresh. Safe for pets, eco-friendly, and reusable for soil and lawn conditioning.
Managing Animal Waste with Diatomaceous Earth: A Natural, Effective Solution for Cleaner, Safer Environments
The Challenge of Managing Animal Waste Animal waste—from pets, poultry, horses, and livestock—presents significant sanitation and environmental challenges worldwide. Improperly managed faeces and urine can lead to the proliferation of harmful pathogens such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella, Campylobacter, and parasites, which pose serious risks to human and animal health (WHO, 2023). These pathogens […]
Giving Back Naturally: How Aus Diatomaceous Earth Supports local aussie Communities and Animal Welfare
EcoPawz CleanUp is a natural solution for community dog care, helping foster homes and local initiatives manage odours, stop flies, and maintain clean, healthy spaces. Its unique formula also doubles as a lawn soil conditioner, keeping outdoor areas fresh while supporting responsible dog ownership.
The Benefits of Diatomaceous Earth in Gardening and Poultry Dusting: A Natural Solution with Organic Matter
Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a versatile and natural substance, widely recognized for its benefits in gardening and poultry care. Derived from the fossilized remains of microscopic algae-like organisms called diatoms, DE is composed mostly of silica. But did you know in it raw form that diatomaceous earth can contain organic matter, including roots, which can […]
Using Diatomaceous earth as potting mix and pest control
Diatomaceous Earth is growing in popularity world-wide. As more of its beneficial uses covering multiple industries is discovered, from Silica products to pest management, Diatomaceous Earth continues to grow in demand. A highly beneficial note of Diatomaceous Earth is its environmentally friendly nature. DE is inert, non-toxic, natural and recyclable. For example, when used as […]