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'''[[Compost|Compost Specifications]]'''

'''[[Compost|Compost Specifications]]'''

Even low-phosphorus composts are known to export phosphorus over many years. The use of compost is not recommended in nutrient-sensitive watersheds where phosphorus pollution is a concern. There are a number of alternative sources of soil organic material which have undergone field studies which have benefits and potential concerns:

Even low-phosphorus composts are known to export phosphorus over many years. The use of compost is not recommended in nutrient-sensitive watersheds where phosphorus pollution is a concern. There are a number of alternative sources of soil organic matter which have undergone field studies which have benefits and potential concerns:

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!Shredded paper (e.g., Pittmoss)

!Shredded paper (e.g., Pittmoss)

|Doesn't leach phosphorus<br>Promotes denitrification

|Doesn't leach phosphorus<br>Promotes denitrification

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===Wood derivatives===

===Wood derivatives===