Where does everyone get their Diatomaceous Earth?

[flowerchild59]

I also get mine from a local feed store.

 

[chickenfeverforever]

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Thanks for the link. But I found something very odd. Take a look http://perma-guard.com/Dist-NewJersey.html

Says a local Mattress store sells it?? Is that weird?

bedbugs. ugh!

Oh, Why didn't I think of that? Still.....Ewww.

 

[Amyable]

Do you have a Fleet Farm/Farm & Fleet nearby? They sell it.

 

[M.sue]

I got mine from a Nursery & Garden Center. It was cheaper then a Farm & Feed Store which suprised me. Check your prices first.

 

[classicsredone]

We get it from our feedstore.

 

[mljohnson05]

got mine from a local garden shop

 

[Tikkijane]

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/THDProductCompare?errorURL=ProductAttributeErrorView&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053&prodComp_0=202743025&prodComp_1=202072089&N=5yc1vZbx82&keyword=Diatomaceous+Earth

Are either of these the right one? Will have to check my local store and see if they have some, if it is the right stuff.

Thanks!

 

[Yetti]

http://www.perma-guard.com/fossilshell.html

What's the difference between amorphous and crystalline silica? Amorphous silica is silica in its natural occurring state. It is a trace mineral every mammal on the planet needs to live. It becomes crystalline when it is exposed to extreme heat through volcanic activity or commercial manufacturing means. The type of diatomaceous earth used in swimming pool, and other, filtration systems is crystalline silica. Crystalline silica is extremely dangerous when inhaled or ingested. It is not biodegradable.

Bird and animal feed contain substances such as molasses that cause the particles to become "sticky" . It forms clumps that not only make the feed hard to pour, but also to become moldy. Fossil Shell Flour

, mixed in the feed, coats each particle making it difficult for the particles to stick together. This allows the feed to "flow" better and its absorption ability protects it from mold. No mold means less wasted feed. By separating the particles of feed, the animal's digestive enzymes are able to completely surround each particle. This allows for a more complete digestion. The animal gets more benefit from his feed and the farmer more benefit for his feed dollar.

can't tell for sure what Home depot sells because it doesn't say its safe for consumption?​

 

[Yay Chicks!]

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Unfortunately, I cannot read what the other ingredients are. You want to make certain it says "CODEX Food Grade" somewhere on the packaging It may also say "Fossil Shell Flour" on the packaging.

 

[Yay Chicks!]

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can't tell for sure what Home depot sells because it doesn't say its safe for consumption?

Perma Guard is the stuff you can feel safe with. It needs to say "Food Grade" on it. Very cool explanation of the difference between DEs.