Frequently Asked Questions
Golf & Sports Turf
- 1. What is the compost made from?
- 2. What applications can it be used for?
- 5. Is there support data or any proven research on this compost?
- 6. What is “AA” grade compost?
- 7. Is there any storing or shelf life issues I should be aware of?
- 7. Is there any storing or shelf life issues I should be aware of?
- 8. How course or fine is the premium golf compost?
- 9. Ok, I’m sold. How do I buy the compost and what kind of volumes do I need to puchase?
Golf & Sports Turf
The golf compost is derived of select feedstocks and uniquely processed in order to ensure consistency in performance. Highly variable and generic materials such as yard wastes have not been used.
The premium golf compost can be used for divot repair, topdressing, and to replace peat in sand based rootzones.
Of course, All Treat Farms, in cooperation with the University of Guelph, the Guelph Turfgrass Institute and the National Research Council of Canada have invested over &700,000.00 into research and development of this product.
Type “AA” compost is characterized by a high organic matter content; its maturity and the non-presence of harmful pathogens, heavy metals and inert contaminants such as plactic. It denotes the best quality compost under existing recommendations. (BNQ, Compost Canada)
It is generally recommended that the compost remains covered due to water retention properties and out of direct sunlight. It should be used within 2 months of purchase for maximum benefit.
It is generally recommended that the compost remains covered due to water retention properties and out of direct sunlight. It should be used within 2 months of purchase for maximum benefit.
The product is very fine! Screened to a 3mm specification.
There are several options to purchase the golf compost. Place your order through your sales representative and they will inform you of delivery dates, quantities and prices. You may opt to pick up the material at All Treat Famrs in Arthur, ON, or you may choose delivery of the product. The compost is available in 2 forms, bulk or by the tote. One cubic yard totes are available to pick up or a minimum of 6 totes can be shipped. Buk loads consist of a minimum of 5 y3 for pick up or 15 y3 for delivery.