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Urea (CO(NH₂)₂)

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Urea-chemical formulaUrea CO(NH2)2 is a non toxic nitrogen source that’s highly soluble in water. It is probably the cheapest commercial source of nitrogen available today and has the highest nitrogen content of all commonly used solid nitrogenous fertilizers.

Urea is an excellent nutrient for spirulina, but its concentration in the medium must be kept low (below 60 mg/liter). Urea is made up of ammonia and CO2, known also as Carbamide, with an NPK ratio of 46-0-0 and is found in urine and agricultural & urban waste.

A faint smell of ammonia from the grow environment normally indicates an excess of nitrogen, not necessarily harmful. However, a strong odor is an indication of an overdose which is a threat to spirulina culture and needs to be addressed immediately.

Urea is used in many spirulina grow-medium formulas as well as in routine feeding in order to maintain a healthy batch. Urine serves as a more natural form of Nitrogen ideal for feeding Spirulina, with an NPK ratio of 11-1-2.5.

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  1. Md. Golam Mostofa September 12, 2021 at 12:08 PM

    Dear Sir,
    I’m from Bangladesh. Too weak in English. Doing a private job. Going well. But my retirement age is very near. Hence I’m looking a better & easy profession for my retirement life. That’s why I have chosen Spirulina culture. But chemical price is high. Therefore I’m looking how can I reduce production cost of Spirulina culture.

    May u pls help me to provide me a cost effective system!

    Your assistance in this regard will be highly appreciated.

    Tks & ragards
    G.Mostofa

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