Quality, Physical Characteristics, Nutrient Content, Heavy Metals and Organic Chemicals in Biogenic Waste Compost

Abstract

Data from an extensive survey of composts produced from biogenic waste were analyzed. Average heavy metals contents can be classified as low. Due to their valuable characteristics to crops and soils, the composts can be utilized in all facets of plant production. However, the addition of biocompost as a mixing component of substratum production might be limited by increased salt contents. It is recommended that standardized methods be developed for the separate collection and processing methods of biocompost to minimize the introduction and content of organic trace contaminants in composts.