Can compost provide nutrients to my crop – will I need to change my fertiliser program?
Compost can provide nutrients to your crop depending on a range of factors including the type of compost you use, your farm location, climate, soil type and your type of irrigation. As a general rule you can expect your compost to deliver significant amounts of potassium initially, with a slower release of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous over time. It’s a good idea to monitor your soil and plants so that you can adjust your fertilizer applications if necessary. Fertiliser savings can cover at least one half to two thirds of the cost of applying compost.
