From ancient times, dogs have been man’s best friend, working alongside us to hunt, protect, and even serve as loyal companions. But not all dogs are created equal. Some breeds are bred to be fierce protectors, while others are trained to be highly skilled hunters or even rescuers. From the giant, muscled Mastiff to the … Read more
It’s a known fact that dogs are strong and loyal companions, but did you know some of them have the strongest bite force in the world? From American Pit Bull Terriers to German Shepherds, these canine warriors can pack an unbelievable punch with their jaws. If you’re curious about which dog breeds have the most … Read more
Are you wondering if your furry friend may be lactose intolerant? We’re here to offer some insights and help you keep your pup healthy. In this article, we’ll talk about the potential of your dog having lactose intolerance and explore the signs and symptoms to look out for. Plus, find out how to properly test … Read more
Diesel Exhaust Fluid or DEF is mostly urea, the same ingredient in many nitrogen fertilizers, but DEF should not be applied as fertilizer as it is not tested for use on crops. The product is very pure and generally only contains two ingredients; urea and water. DEF is designed to be used in diesel engines … Read more
Rotten fruit is a great fertilizer for garden plants. Gardeners can use rotten fruit as compost, compost tea or buried as is to grow things like fruit trees and pumpkins that have deep root systems. The most common way to use fruit and vegetable scraps is to use them in a compost bin or compost … Read more
Some Mexican farmers and farming operations use night soil or composted human waste as fertilizer on crops. There are farms in Mexico that use untreated sewage to water crops and add nitrogen to the soil, but these crops are not usually imported to the US, but consumed in Mexico. Traditionally human waste has been used … Read more
Motor oil does not fertilize plants, it will kill plants over time and transfer harmful chemicals to edible crops and livestock that consumes plants grown in soil contaminated by motor oil. Oil should only be disposed of in designated areas, if motor oil is applied to plants they will die and it can also harm … Read more
Fertilizer is a mixture because the atoms that make up the substance are not present in a set ratio. Fertilizers primarily contain nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in various amounts. They often also contain calcium, magnesium, boron, iron, copper and other minerals. This ratio is listed on the packaging of fertilizer as the NPK ratio. Compound, … Read more
Amish communities use human waste from outhouses to spread on crops, but it is not true in all communities. The practice appears to be more common in the Old Order Amish. Old Order Amish communities may use outhouses as indoor plumbing requires a pressurized system. This can be accomplished with air pressure, but some communities … Read more
Tomatoes are popular container plants and specialty fertilizer is available at big box stores and even small convenience stores. Tomato feed is a lower nitrogen fertilizer that is designed to help improve flowering and fruiting of the tomato plants. The fertilizer would be suitable for other plants that need fruiting and flowering support. It is … Read more