1. Fertilizers, problem solving, and trade-offs
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Fertilizers, problem solving, and trade-offs

2. What’s the problem? Plenty of sun, water, and air… Need Nutrients!!!
What are our options to fix this?

3. Organic and manufactured fertilizers
High and low concentrations
Fast and slow acting
Environmental impacts
What to do…

4. Organic Naturally occurring organic matter and humus
Slow release of nutrients
Builds soil for long term growth
Helps soil hold together…less threat of erosion

5. Manufactured High nutrient concentration Fast acting Quick fix
Requires reapplication
Issues with runoff

6. Environmental impacts
Organic—minimal…naturally occurring process
Recycle food scraps with composting

7. Environmental impacts
Manufactured
Issues with runoff
Impact on ground water, waterways, and surrounding life

8. Mississippi River Dead Zone

9. Trade offs Determine advantages and disadvantages of each
Come to conclusion where advantages outweigh disadvantages
Make tough decisions