I need some info on sodium nitrate (aka Chilean nitrate). I notice it's
allowed by some organic certification programs and prohibited by others.
When certifiers prohibit it, they cite that it has no long-term positive
effects on soil building (unlike some other fertilizers) and has high
sodium content, which is generally bad. Why, then, is it allowed in some
organic programs? What are the particular advantages sodium nitrate
offers?
Thanks!
Rob
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