Feather Meal – Organic Nitrogen Fertilizer (13-0-0)

Semi-Slow Release Organic Nitrogen for Steady Plant Growth

Feather Meal from The Soil Makers is a natural, semi-slow release organic fertilizer that provides a steady and reliable source of nitrogen for gardens, lawns, and soil-building programs.

Derived as a by-product of poultry processing, feather meal is cooked and sterilized under intense heat using steam pressure cookers, then dried and finely ground into a nutrient-rich meal. This process creates a clean organic fertilizer that delivers 13% nitrogen to support vigorous plant growth.

Nitrogen is essential for strong vegetative growth, promoting healthy leaves, stems, and overall plant development. Feather Meal provides a gradual nutrient release, allowing plants to benefit from a steady nitrogen supply over an extended period while reducing the risk of fertilizer burn.

Because of its slow and consistent nutrient release, Feather Meal is ideal for crops that require continuous nitrogen availability, such as corn, leafy greens, and other fast-growing vegetables.

Nitrogen Release Profile

Feather Meal provides a predictable nitrogen release pattern:

• Initial Release: Begins releasing nitrogen within 4–7 days after application

• Primary Release: About 75% of the nitrogen becomes available gradually over the first 3 months

• Extended Feeding: Remaining nitrogen may continue releasing for up to another 3 months

Release rates may vary depending on environmental conditions such as soil pH, moisture, temperature, and microbial activity.

Key Benefits

• 13% organic nitrogen for steady plant growth

• Semi-slow release fertilizer for long-lasting nutrient supply

• Helps support strong vegetative growth and healthy foliage

• Reduces risk of nutrient spikes or fertilizer burn

• Derived from a natural poultry by-product

• Ideal for organic and sustainable gardening programs

Ideal Uses

• Vegetable gardens

• Corn and leafy greens

• Raised beds and garden plots

• Soil rebuilding programs

• Organic soil fertility plans

Feather Meal works well when incorporated into a broader soil program that includes compost, microbial inoculants, and mineral amendments.

How to Use

• Mix evenly into the topsoil before planting to support root access to nitrogen

• Apply during early vegetative growth stages to support leaf and stem development

• Monitor plant response and adjust future applications as needed