Tag: Fertilizer composition

According to a technical bulletin from Mosaic Crop Nutrition, Triple Superphosphate (TSP) was one of the first high-analysis phosphorus (P) fertilizers that became widely used, containing 44-48% P₂O₅. This confirms that TSP does contain a very high concentration of phosphorus, making it a valuable nutrient source for many plants and crops.

The amount of protein in bone meal can vary from less than 1% to over 50%, a significant range determined by the manufacturing process. A common misconception is that all bone meal is a substantial protein source, but this depends entirely on whether it contains other animal materials and the degree of heat processing it undergoes. Knowing what percentage of bone meal is protein requires understanding the specific type of product being used.