Fibrophos Handbook 2015

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Where does Fibrophos come from? 1
How do we know
Fibrophos does what
is claimed?
Over many years, formal trial work
has been systematically carried
out to establish that the product
performs in yield and quality terms
as well as Triple-Superphosphate
(TSP) and Muriate of Potash
(MOP) - both of which are used as
standards. Using a variety of well
respected research bodies, it has
been confirmed that the phosphate
and potash in Fibrophos are as
effective as TSP and MOP across
most soil pH levels. In some cases
the potash in Fibrophos was shown
to demonstrate less antagonism
than that of MOP.
The trials also demonstrated that
performance was increased by the
presence of the other major and
minor nutrients naturally occurring
in Fibrophos.
How does Fibrophos
compare with other
fertilisers?
Fibrophos has always been priced
competitively on a unit delivered
basis of its PK content alone.
The many added benefits of the
secondary and trace elements
are therefore offered as a
considerable bonus.
Organic status
of Fibrophos?
Although derived from totally
organic origin, Fibrophos has not
been given organic registration
where the litter is derived from
poultry reared in intensive systems
which include most broiler units.
Where litter has been sourced
from approved animal husbandry
systems, Fibrophos is approved
for use on organic systems by
Organic Farmers & Growers.
Therefore, unless specifically
requested Fibrophos cannot
be used in organic systems.
Availability and
application of Fibrophos
Fibrophos is currently only
available as a coarse powder and
is best spread using contractors’
moving belt machines. There is
a comprehensive network of
distributors and merchants
throughout the UK who will have
access to suitable machines.
Summaries of all the trials are available
from our website