Agricultural Grade Perlite

Expanded perlite’s value to the growth and sustainability of the agricultural sector is increasingly recognized, despite more traditional uses for ornamental growing. Perlite is naturally weed and pathogen-free, and readily holds moisture and nutrients that are crucial to a plant’s development. Perlite is used in the silviculture industry, and for starting row crops such as hops, and in seed production requiring controlled conditions. It is used extensively for growing tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, figs, micro-greens and more. Outdoor crops benefit from perlite-filled irrigation channels that conserve water and bring moisture and nutrients directly to plant roots.

Fine perlite can be used to hold onto moisture in regions with poor soil or that are prone to drought. Agricultural perlite for soil conditioning is spread and tilled into fields during rotation, or spread evenly with an application of compost.

Dairy, poultry, and cattle farms use fine perlite as absorbent bedding to manage excess moisture. Too much moisture combined with manure in bedding can lead to serious health issues for the animals, such as mastitis and dermatitis, or premature mortality. Fine expanded perlite absorbs excess moisture in bedding, leading to reduced bacterial growth and hindering fly and larvae growth.

Solutions for Agriculture

As experts in manufacturing various grades of expanded perlite, we offer several sizes and specifications to meet the needs of the farming community. Contact us with your technical questions or for custom application support.

Advantages for Agriculture

• Certified organic
• Sterile and weed-free
• Stores moisture and nutrients
• Conserves water