Organic nitrogen fertilizer (14% N) from animal by-products for continuous long-term supply over about 3 months
SNOEK's horn shavings with a medium-fine grain size of 1–6 mm provide a reserve of organic nitrogen for your garden. As soil-borne microorganisms break down the different particle sizes, the nutrients are released continuously over a period of about 8 to 12 weeks. The high content of organic matter supports humus formation and improves soil structure.
Your benefits at a glance:
- Continuous long-term fertilization: Thanks to the different particle sizes (1–6 mm), soil microorganisms gradually break down the horn shavings. Nutrient release is biologically controlled over about 3 months – perfectly matched to the natural growth of your plants.
- Gentle on roots and pH-neutral effect: With a very low salt index, there’s no osmotic stress in the root zone. The soil-neutral effect helps stabilize the existing pH level in the substrate.
- Activation of soil life and humus formation: Adds valuable organic matter (80–85 %) to the soil, stimulating the soil microbiome, loosening heavy soils, and improving water retention.
- Suitable for organic farming according to Annex II of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1165.
Declaration of Ingredients and Raw Materials:
Total Nitrogen (N): 14% organically bound nitrogen (in the analysis range of 13–17% N)
Organic Matter: 80–85%
Total Phosphate (P2O5): under 1%
Total Potassium Oxide (K2O): under 1%
Soil pH Impact: Neutral
Raw Materials: 100% animal by-products of Category 3 according to Regulation (EC) No. 1069/2009
Application and Dosage: You can use it all year round, ideally about 2 weeks before sowing or mix it lightly into the substrate at planting.
Vegetable and ornamental gardens: Work in 50–100 g/m² evenly. - Balcony and potted plants: Mix about 10 g per liter of soil evenly.
Compost preparation: 50 g/m² per layer as a balancing fertilizer for carbon-rich materials (e.g., straw, shredded material).
Legal safety notes: Contains animal by-products (Category 3 according to Regulation (EC) No. 1069/2009). Not for human consumption and not suitable for feeding. Do not let livestock graze, and do not use the plants as green fodder for at least 21 days after application.
