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Late veterinarian Pat Coleby made Mudgee Dolomite famous as her preferred dolomite in her livestock and animal licks. It is ground to a fine powder and is relatively soft for a dolomitic rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits Of Mudgee Dolomite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolomite can have many potential benefits for soil health:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides calcium and magnesium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Reduced soil acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Increased soil pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Supports healthy soil structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Neutralised the acidifying effects of chemical fertilisers, especially the sulphate of ammonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Prevention of manganese, iron and aluminium toxicity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Increased decomposition of raw organic matter    \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Rates:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight sandy soil: 50-100g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy soil: 100-200g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawns: 30-40g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread evenly over the surface, rake or dig in and water in well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid acid-loving plants like azaleas, camellias and blueberries.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter application, the presence of fungi helps maintain soil calcium levels and prevent leaching. Our Karbon Kredits product, available in our store, delivers a blend of natural microbes to help preserve calcium levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Analysis:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium Carbonate (CaCO3): 63%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO3): 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Calcium (Ca): 24%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Magnesium (Mg): 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Neutralising Value (NV): 98%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct of Australia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient re-sealable stand-up pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree postage Australia-wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders processed within 24 hours of payment being received\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Soil Solutions","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":51856214098237,"sku":null,"price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.9kg","offer_id":51856214131005,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.9kg","offer_id":51856214163773,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.8kg","offer_id":51856214196541,"sku":null,"price":76.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/7302\/9437\/files\/Mudgee_Dolomite_1kg.jpg?v=1781853366"},{"product_id":"garden-lime-powder","title":"Garden Lime Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eGarden Lime is a calcium carbonate that neutralises acids in soils. It is a rich source of calcium, an important nutrient for plant health. By making soils more alkaline, Garden Lime unlocks many essential minerals, including phosphorus and magnesium, making them available to plants and boosting growth, flowering and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil Solutions Garden Lime is made of Calcitic Limestone, sourced from the oldest operating lime pit in Victoria. Calcitic Limestone is soft and fine, allowing it to dissolve quickly and rapidly neutralise soil acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBenefits Of Garden Lime Powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden Lime can have many potential benefits for soil health:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced soil acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased soil pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy soil structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden Lime Powder can also be used as a mineral supplement for cattle, sheep, goats, horses, pigs and poultry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Rates:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight sandy soil: 50-100g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy soil: 100-200g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLawns: 30-40g\/square metre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread evenly over the surface and water in well. Avoid acid-loving plants like azaleas, camellias and blueberries. After application, the presence of soil fungi helps maintain calcium levels in the soil and prevents leaching. Our Karbon Kredits product delivers a blend of natural microbes to help preserve calcium levels, available in our store.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium Carbonate (CaCO3): 99.9%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium (Ca): 37.3%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisture Content: \u0026lt;1.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective Neutralising Value (ENV): 90.2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient re-sealable stand-up pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree postage Australia-wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders processed within 24 hours of payment being received\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day money-back guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soil Solutions","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":51903011062077,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.9kg","offer_id":51903011094845,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.9kg","offer_id":51903011127613,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.8kg","offer_id":51903011160381,"sku":null,"price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/7302\/9437\/files\/Garden_Lime_Powder_1kg.png?v=1782966224"},{"product_id":"diatomaceous-earth-food-grade-fossil-shell-flour","title":"Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade Fossil Shell Flour","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany other Diatomaceous Earth products do not have these credentials. This is a certified food grade product. Many other sellers claim there product is food grade when it is not. Perma-Guard is the only certified food grade Diatomaceous Earth. Please ensure that you only ingest Diatomaceous Earth that is Perma-Guard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerma-Guard is the original and largest supplier of food grade Diatomaceous Earth in the world. Perma-Guard is the trade name for the highest grade and quality Diatomaceous Earth. Perma-Guard Diatomaceous Earth is the fossilized remains from microscopic shells of freshwater plankton called diatoms. Perma-Guard Diatomaceous Earth is sourced from an extremely pure fresh water deposit of the diatom Melosira Preicelanica. This diatom is unique because its shell is made of amorphous silica. Its shape and hardness are important to how it works.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFresh Water V. Salt Water Diatomaceous Earth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerma-Guard’s fresh water deposits have a unique and consistent diatom presence. Their fossilised shells have maintained their tubular shape. This shape and strength of the fossil shell is critical to its effectiveness. Perma-Guard deposits have 89-95% amorphous silica content and contain 28 trace minerals. Saltwater deposits contain a mix of types of diatoms of different shapes. Their fossilised shells are fragile and break easily. 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Application is most effective when there is dew or after a light rain. It is a long lasting, effective powder but will need to be reapplied after rain. Diatomaceous Earth will not harm earthworms or beneficial soil microorganisms. Wear a dust mask when applying large amounts of it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatomaceous Earth is effective in and around the home, yard and animal housing. 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Since then, they've become a trusted, multi-purpose mineral used across gardening, agriculture, health and household applications. Our Epsom Salts are food grade, giving you the assurance of a pure, high-quality product suitable for a wide range of uses around the home and garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMagnesium and sulphur are two of the most essential minerals for healthy plant growth, and soils can easily become depleted of them over time — particularly in heavily cropped or sandy soils. Epsom Salts offer a simple, fast-acting way to replenish these nutrients and support stronger, greener, more productive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhy Magnesium and Sulphate Matter for Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the centre of the chlorophyll molecule, meaning it's directly responsible for photosynthesis and the deep green colour of healthy foliage. 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