{"product_id":"soil-support-palagonite","title":"Soil Support Palagonite","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"211\"\u003ePalagonite Soil Support\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique basalt rock dust soil re-mineraliser formed through a rare natural process at Mt Sylvia. It develops when water meets hot, flowing basalt lava, creating a nutrient-dense soil conditioner that surpasses standard rock mineral dusts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eWhat sets Mt Sylvia Palagonite apart? Unlike ordinary crusher dusts, it features an exceptional Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e34 meq\/100g\u003c\/strong\u003e, far higher than the typical \u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e4–14 meq\/100g\u003c\/strong\u003e found in standard basalt dust. This results in superior nutrient and water retention for healthier, more resilient plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only the 20 kg size is supplied in original packaging. The 5 kg size is repacked from 20 kg bags into clear bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003ePalagonite delivers essential macronutrients—calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium—as well as iron and plant-available silica. It also contains a wide range of valuable micronutrients and trace elements including cobalt, zinc, copper, selenium and more, supporting healthy soil, plants, animals, and people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eReduces soil compaction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eImproves water-holding capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eEnhances the environment for beneficial soil microbes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eSupports long-term soil pH and overall soil health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eHelps moderate water availability (absorbs up to 50% of its weight)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, mix Palagonite 50\/50 with composted material or manure to accelerate nutrient availability through microbial activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eGive your soil a natural, sustainable boost with Palagonite Soil Support—the smart choice for organic growers who know that healthy soil grows healthy plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eTypical Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eMacronutrients \u0026amp; Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eSilica 22.30%\u003cbr data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003eAluminium 7.70%\u003cbr data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eIron 10.10%\u003cbr data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eManganese 0.23%\u003cbr data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eMagnesium 3.30%\u003cbr data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eCalcium 5.10%\u003cbr data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eSodium 2.36%\u003cbr data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003ePhosphorus 0.24%\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003ePotassium 0.77%\u003cbr data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eTotal Carbon 0.08%\u003cbr data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eTotal Nitrogen 0.03%\u003cbr data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003epH 8–8.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eMicronutrients \u0026amp; Trace Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eCobalt 60 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eCopper 40 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eNickel 90 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eZinc 170 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eMolybdenum 1–3 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eSelenium 0.3–0.8 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eChloride ~62 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003eSulphur 4.4 ppm\u003cbr data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eBoron 0.06 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eAdditional Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eParamagnetism: 600–1300 c\/g\/s\u003cbr data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eWater-holding capacity: \u0026gt;65%\u003cbr data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eCation Exchange Capacity (CEC): 35 meq\/100g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eWhy Palagonite Outperforms Other Rock Dusts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eWhen Mt Sylvia Diatomite Pty Ltd acquired the diatomaceous earth mine in 2005, it also established a quarry to extract altered basalt overburden. During this process, the company discovered that the altered basalt—now known as Palagonite—offered significantly greater benefits for plant and soil health than standard blue metal crusher dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eMost basalt quarries produce aggregates for road construction, with crusher dust as a by-product. This fine, crystalline dust has been used as a natural rock mineral fertiliser, especially by organic growers seeking an alternative to chemical NPK fertilisers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3432\"\u003ePalagonite provides similar re-mineralisation benefits but with far superior performance. Its fine particles reduce compaction, improve water retention, and create a more hospitable environment for beneficial soil microbes. Blending Palagonite with compost or manure speeds up nutrient cycling, as bacteria and fungi transport minerals directly to plant roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3729\"\u003eMt Sylvia Palagonite supplies key macronutrients (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, minor potassium), iron, and plant-available silica, along with an extensive suite of trace minerals such as cobalt, zinc, copper, nickel, molybdenum, and selenium—all essential for plant, human, and animal health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003eBecause of its largely amorphous structure and moderate smectite clay content, Palagonite acts as both a supplier and a reservoir of plant-available nutrients. Its CEC (~34 meq\/100g) far exceeds typical quarry basalt dust (4–14 meq\/100g), meaning significantly higher nutrient and water retention. Palagonite also shows strong paramagnetic properties (600–1300°C), contributing to improved soil vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4140\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4146\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003eApplication Guidelines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4173\" data-end=\"4398\"\u003eApplication rates vary, but a generous initial application is recommended. Since Palagonite minerals release slowly, the goal is to establish a long-term reserve of nutrients for soil microbes and fungi to access as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4400\" data-end=\"4431\"\u003eBackyard vegetable gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4431\" data-end=\"4434\"\u003eApply approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4454\" data-end=\"4469\"\u003e1 kg per m²\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with a similar amount of compost or manure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4525\" data-end=\"4543\"\u003eTree planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4546\"\u003eHigher quantities may be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4584\" data-end=\"4771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4584\" data-end=\"4607\"\u003eCommercial example:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4610\"\u003eAt Bauer’s Organic Farms, the coarse fraction (-5 mm) is applied with composted chicken manure at \u003cstrong data-start=\"4708\" data-end=\"4724\"\u003e12 tonnes\/ha\u003c\/strong\u003e (6 tonnes of Palagonite + 6 tonnes of manure).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mount Sylvia","offers":[{"title":"20kg","offer_id":51382999482681,"sku":"9912346586944","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/3223\/7251\/files\/Palagonite_Soil_Support_Organic_Rock_Dust_Mineralizer_20kg_2048x2048_4e201162-7023-4606-a367-9c42fd08955a.webp?v=1764028054","url":"https:\/\/brookiesruraltraders.com.au\/products\/soil-support-palagonite","provider":"Brookies Rural Traders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}