What is Diatomaceous Earth?
Diatomaceous Earth or DE for short, also known as amorphous silica are the fossilised remains of millions of years old microscopic single-cell plants called diatoms, found on the beds of oceans and lakes. The bodies of the diatoms are made of the mineral silica in an amorphous form. This is what is mined and ground into different grades of microscopically porous and sharp powder, that isn't sharp at all to touch.
DE is used for many different purposes and applications such as:
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Animal Health (parasite and fly control, internal and external)
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Livestock feed supplement (improve weight gain)
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Poultry (odour control, internal and external parasite control)
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Kitty Litter (controls odour, natural, affordable and safe alternative)
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Insecticides (against pests in the soil and foliar)
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Soil amendments (increases overall plant health boosting them with silica)
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Soil conditioner (increasing water retention saving you water)
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Oil and Spill Absorption (a great way to clean up oil spills in the garage or workshop)