Using STA Certified Compost – Manufacturer Requirements: Test Results

Understanding Compost Technical Data Sheets

Since growing conditions and plant requirements vary, compost users can benefit from information that accurately characterizes the compost products they use. This data can help you to improve the way you use compost to best meet your particular needs and to fit your specific situation. Fortunately, all STA Certified Compost products come with Compost Technical Data Sheet (CTDS) upon request, which includes a variety of measures of that compost. This provides transparency about the quality and composition of the compost and the uses for which it is most suited. The Oregon State University Extension Service provides valuable insights on understanding test results. Click the button below to better understand what is contained in a Compost Technical Data Sheet and how to interpret it.

Standard Compost Technical Data Sheet

Click the link below to check out the standard CTDS Data Sheet in the STA Certified Compost program, so you know what to look for in the future.  Every compost manufacturer in the STA Certified Compost program has test results from the past 1-3 months.