The Basics of Biosolids Application to Land in Florida

Biosolids are nutrient-rich, predominantly organic materials. Although classified as a waste material, biosolids can be a beneficial agricultural or horticultural resource because they contain many essential plant nutrients and organic matter. Following proper treatment and processing, biosolids ca...

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Main Authors: Thomas A. Obreza, George A. O'Connor
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Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2003-04-01
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/108788
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