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Compost

Independently tested for quality and extraction performance.

An effective compost extract depends on the quality of the compost, especially the microbial biodiversity. Particle size and consistency can also affect the extraction process and both should be evaluated prior to use.

Using Grozome for Compost Extract

Grozome comes prescreened to 3/4-inch particle size and extraction-ready straight out of the bag. Just load it into your Hiwassee compost extractor's hopper and run your extraction cycle as usual.

Other Compost Options

Grozome is our primary recommendation for compost extract. These additional composts are useful for building custom bacterial or fungal-dominant blends, or as an alternative when Grozome isn't available.

Bacterial Dominant

VermiCompost

Bulk granular vermicompost with high levels of diverse beneficial bacteria, available in multiple quantities and biochar blend options.

Recommended Usage

  • Base compost for compost extracts
  • Blending with fungal-dominant composts for full-spectrum extracts
  • Top dressing and soil amendment
Fungal Dominant

Johnson-Su Compost

Premium Johnson-Su compost with high levels of beneficial fungi and fungal spores. Available in small and bulk quantities.

Recommended Usage

  • Targeted inoculation of soil and/or bulk compost at low quantities
  • Boosting fungal content in bacterial-dominant extract blends
  • Perennial crops and forest gardens that benefit from fungal networks
Bacterial Dominant

Manure Compost

Screened manure-based compost with good biodiversity for a bulk-produced product.

Recommended Usage

  • Top dressing for established plantings
  • Blending with higher-biology composts to extend extract volume
  • Bulk soil amendment where cost-per-yard matters

Comparison at a Glance

Bacterial DominantVermiCompost
Biological ProfileHigh levels of diverse beneficial bacteria
CertificationsVaries by supplier
Best ForBase compost for compost extracts
Fungal DominantJohnson-Su Compost
Biological ProfileHigh levels of beneficial fungi and fungal spores
CertificationsVaries by supplier
Best ForTargeted inoculation at low quantities
Bacterial DominantManure Compost
Biological ProfileGood biodiversity for a bulk-produced compost
CertificationsVaries by supplier
Best ForTop dressing or blending with higher biological composts