Organic Soil Conditioners - Composts

Designation Number:
CAN/BNQ 0413-200
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
Amendment Revision
ICS code(s):
65.080
Status:
Proceeding to development
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
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Scope:

 

  1. PURPOSE

This standard specifies the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of compost as well as the sampling method and the methods of analysis that shall be used to evaluate these characteristics.

  1. SCOPE

This standard applies to compost produced from different feedstocks, used as organic soil conditioners, sold or distributed in bags or in bulk.

Project need:

There is a need to modify some parts of the standard.

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