Biobed
What is a Biobed?
Biobeds are a disposal system used to degrade pesticide rinsate. They are environmentally friendly and easy to use.
How is a Biobed Made?
An organic mixture of:
- 2 parts straw
- 1 part topsoil
- 1 part compost
The organic mix creates an ideal habitat for microbes to breakdown the herbicide rinsate. The mixture is placed in a lined pit to ensure there is no offsite contamination.
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