WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHEMICAL AND ORGANIC FERTILIZERS AND WHICH IS BETTER? (2024)
So, it is a question we often get asked at GuanoBoost, just what is the difference between chemical and organic fertilizers and more importantly for you which is better? WANT GUANOBOOST?
The reality is, because your lawn is a living organic thing, it can be very easy to damage. There are several causes of dead or brown spots in lawns from dog urine to chemicals to simple human error, such as incorrect mowing to name a few examples. Repairing dead spots on your lawn comes in two broad parts.
WELL, LET’S START WITH THE DIFFERENCES IN DEFINITION.
AChemical fertiliseris defined as any inorganic material of wholly or partially synthetic origin that is added to soil to sustain plant growth.
Organic fertilisersare substances that are derived from the remains or byproducts of natural organisms which contain the essential nutrients for plant growth.
There are many, many differences between the two products, but if I was to summarize the key differences its:
Chemical and synthetic fertilizers feed the plant or grass directly but over time deplete the soil whereas;
Organic fertilizers feed the soil with long term nutrients and trace minerals and materials which in turn feeds the plants and lawn in a sustainable manner.
Put even more simply.
CHEMICAL FERTILIZERS = SOIL DEPLETION = VERY BAD
ORGANIC FERTILIZERS = SOIL ENRICHMENT = VERY GOOD
There ARE significant differences between organic and chemical fertilizers in terms of nutrient availability and the long-term effects on soil, plants, and the environment. So how does a conscientious gardener decide?
Ok, let’s go a step deeper into understanding the differences between Chemical and Organic Fertilizers.
Naturally, because GuanoBoost is 100% organic, we are biased. But on the basis of the above facts, it is clear that Organic Fertilizers are a much better option for your lawn long term than chemicalfertilisers.
Here are some final advantages, if you are not fully convinced yet:
Advantages of OrganicFertiliser:
As organic fertilizers break down, they improve the structure of the soil and increase its ability to hold water and nutrients. Organic fertilisers will make your soil–and plants–healthy and strong.
Organicfertilisersrelease essential nutrients to your soil
Allows for a better metabolism or nitrates in your lawn
It produces stronger cell walls in grass which leads to resistance to mould fungus attack
Ensures more upright stems and open leaves enhancing photosynthesis.
Causes and increase in soil microfauna.
Since they are the ultimate slow-release fertilisers, it’s very difficult to overfertilise(and harm) your plants.
There’s little to no risk of toxic buildup of chemicals and salts that can be deadly to plants.
Organic fertilizers are renewable, biodegradable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.
Chemical and synthetic fertilizers feed the plant or grass directly but over time deplete the soil whereas; Organic fertilizers feed the soil with long term nutrients and trace minerals and materials which in turn feeds the plants and lawn in a sustainable manner.
Synthetically derived fertilizers are manufactured from minerals, gasses from the air and inorganic waste materials. Fertilizers derived from organic sources obtain their nutrients from natural sources such as microbes, organic waste, and other similar materials.
So, they not only assist your plants, they help the soil. Synthetic fertilizers, on the other hand, deplete the soil of its nutrients, making it unproductive.
The Difference Between Natural and Artificial Fertilizers
Natural fertilizers get these nutrients from sources like manure, compost, and blood meal. On the other hand, synthetic fertilizers are derived from man-made compounds like ammonium phosphate and potassium sulfate.
Organic manure improves the texture of the soil by not altering the pH of the soil. It has more moisture and organic content. Organic manure is usually derived from animal matter, animal and human excreta, and vegetative matter (e.g. compost and crop residues). As a result, it causes less damage to the environment.
Although organic fertilizer can be more costly than synthetic, it can reduce the need for pesticides and the overall nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium requirements. Because of the reductions, organic fertilizer can be cost neutral and sometimes a cost savings.
Disadvantages may include slower release of nutrients and potential for nutrient imbalances. Advantages of organic fertilizers include gradual release of nutrients, improvement of soil structure, and being a safer alternative to chemical fertilizers.
Your plant's needs are a large factor that shouldn't be ignored. If they need food fast, inorganic might be the way to go. If you're more interested in a long-term solution to nutrients, you'll probably prefer organic.
Just because a product says it's organic or has organic ingredients doesn't mean it's a healthier choice. Some organic products may still be high in sugar, salt, fat or calories. Wash and scrub fresh fruits and vegetables well under running water.
While this isn't necessarily the case, the truth isn't much better. Instead, bacteria and microbes in the soil are stimulated by the chemicals in synthetic fertilizer, which leads them to consume more organic matter than plants can put back into the soil.
If you're unsure which fertilizer is best, the solution isn't to choose one over the other. Instead, you can combine organic and inorganic fertilizers to give your lawn an optimal balance of essential nutrients.
The use of organic and biological inputs has been shown to increase the stability of production while reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and related environmental hazards (Negi et al., 2021; Hosseinzadeh et al., 2021).
Organic fertilizer has to essentially decompose before the nutrients are available to plants. This process can take 2 to 6 weeks depending on many factors including soil temperature and moisture levels.
A Chemical fertiliser is defined as any inorganic material of wholly or partially synthetic origin that is added to soil to sustain plant growth. Organic fertilisers are substances that are derived from the remains or byproducts of natural organisms which contain the essential nutrients for plant growth.
The use of natural fertilizers in organic farming can also result in crops that are richer in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to chemically farmed crops. These are essential for maintaining good health.
Use of these organic fertilizers ensures that the food items produced are free of harmful chemicals. Therefore, it is recommended that the use of organic fertilizer or combined application is more beneficial than artificial fertilizers in order to preserve soil properties and increase the soil productivity.
Produce can be called organic if it's certified to have grown on soil that had no prohibited substances applied for three years prior to harvest. Prohibited substances include most synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.
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