Fish Meal is derived from sustainably caught fish frames that would usually be destined for landfill. It is a good source of Organic Nitrogen and other nutrients.
Fish Meal is rich in a wide range of essential plant nutrients, including amino acids, nitrogen, phosphorus, and a variety of trace minerals which are crucial for healthy plant growth.
(N:10%, P:3.5%, K:1%, S:0.8%, Ca:6.5% plus Amino Acids and Vitamins)
Recommended for your lawn and garden, fruit trees and broad acres. Fish ’N’ N contains approximately 68% protein and is naturally broken down into plant available nitrogen, the protein content equates to about 10% Nitrogen.
Fish Meal is high in other macro and micronutrients as well, contains many essential amino acids and vitamins, which is a good source of food for soil bacteria and fungi.
Fish meal product can be safely used while planting/transplanting or repotting as the product will not burn the roots.
Other advantages:
- Fish Meal contains numerous vital elements including amino acids, nitrogen, phosphorus, and a number of trace minerals including silica!
- It will increase soil health and fertility by incorporating vital nutrients for encouraging the development of advantageous microbes.
- Fish Meal can be utilized to increase plant output and general healthCan be used as a natural source of nutrients with a sustained 1-2 month release.
- Will aid in increasing aeration, water retention, and soil structure by increasing microbial life and earthwork activity.
FAQs:
What is Fish Meal?
A dry, organic nitrogen source made from sustainably caught fish frames that would otherwise go to landfill. It’s a slow-release soil food that feeds microbes and plants for weeks.
What’s the NPK and key analysis?
Approx. N-10%, P-3.5%, K-1%, plus ~0.8% sulphur and ~6.5% calcium, along with amino acids, vitamins and trace minerals.
What does Fish Meal actually do in soil?
It kickstarts microbial activity, improves soil structure and moisture retention, and provides a gentle, steady trickle of plant-available nitrogen over 1–2 months.
Will Fish Meal burn roots if I use it at planting?
No—used as directed it’s safe to mix into the planting hole or potting mix without burning.
What plants is Fish Meal best for?
Hungry, leafy feeders (brassicas, corn, greens), lawns, fruit trees, ornamentals, and container plants that need a nitrogen bump. It’s generally useful in any living soil.
How do I use Fish Meal in pots and planters?
Top dress 1–2 teaspoons per 20 cm pot (4–8 L), or 1–2 tablespoons for 30–40 cm pots (15–30 L). Scratch in lightly and water. Repeat every 4–6 weeks in active growth.
How do I use Fish Meal in garden beds?
Work in ~70–140 g per m² before planting (lighter rate for fertile beds, heavier for lean/new beds). For established plants, top dress ~35–70 g per m² and water in.
What about trees and shrubs?
Scatter ½–1 cup around the dripline per small tree or shrub (up to ~2 m tall), scratch in and water. Repeat 2–3 times during spring–summer.
Can I mix Fish Meal into fresh potting soil?
Yes—blend at ~2–3 g per litre of mix (about 200–300 g per 100 L). It plays nicely with compost, worm castings and rock dusts.
Is Fish Meal okay for lawns?
Yep. Broadcast 70–100 g per m² during the growth season and water in. You’ll get greener growth without the “instant burn” risk of hot synthetics.
Can I brew Fish Meal into a compost tea?
You can, but it’s a solid meal—most people just top dress and water in. If you do add to a tea, use a fine bag and go light to avoid sludge.
How long does Fish Meal release for?
Roughly 4–8 weeks depending on soil life, temperature and watering.
What’s the difference between Fish Meal and liquid fish (emulsion/hydrolysate)?
Fish Meal is a dry, slow-release soil amendment. Liquids act faster but don’t last as long. Many growers pair a dry base (like fish meal) with occasional liquid feeds.
Will Fish Meal smell?
It’s a fish product, so expect a mild earthy-marine note when you open the bag or first water it in. Most users find the smell fades quickly once incorporated. (One review even noted “no fishy stench” when mixed into aroid media.)
Will Fish Meal attract pests, pets or wildlife?
It can interest dogs, rodents or foxes if left on the surface. Work it into the top 2–5 cm of soil and water in; mulch over the top to keep noses out. Keep bags off the ground and sealed.
Is Fish Meal safe around pets and kids?
Don’t let pets eat it—meals (fish/blood/bone) can upset stomachs if ingested. Apply carefully, water in, and store securely out of reach.
Is Fish Meal suitable for hydroponics or recirculating systems?
No—Fish Meal is not water-soluble and will clog lines and bio-foul reservoirs. It’s for soil and soilless mixes you can top dress or blend.
Can I use Fish Meal with coco?
Yes—top dress lightly and follow with a microbe-friendly watering (plain water, compost extract, or your usual feed). Coco benefits from added slow-release organics plus biology.
Is Fish Meal certified organic?
It’s an organic input made from fish frames. If you specifically need a certification mark (e.g., OMRI/Australian Organic), check the current product label or ask us—don’t assume.
Where do the fish come from?
From sustainably sourced fish frames otherwise destined for landfill—repurposed as a soil nutrient instead of waste.
Does Fish Meal change soil pH?
Fish Meal is mildly acid-leaning as it mineralises, but in normal doses it doesn’t swing pH dramatically. Living soils buffer this well.
Can I overdo Fish Meal? What does “too much” look like?
Yes. Excessive top-dressing can cause lush, floppy growth, tip burn, or a temporary ammonia whiff. If you overapply, water deeply, add carbon (compost/mulch), and pause other nitrogen feeds.
How often should I reapply?
Every 4–6 weeks through active growth, less in winter. Watch your plants—deep green leaves and steady growth mean you can stretch the interval.
Can I combine Fish Meal with other amendments?
Absolutely. It pairs well with kelp/seaweed (trace elements), rock dusts (minerals), and compost/worm castings (biology). If you need extra phosphorus and calcium for flowering/fruiting, add a dedicated source like fish & bone meal at sensible rates.
Any tips for indoor plants/aroids?
Use very small amounts (¼–½ teaspoon for 15–20 cm pots), mix into the top layer and water. Odour is minimal when you keep rates low and cover with a thin mulch.
How do I keep the smell down outdoors?
Bury or scratch it in, water thoroughly, then mulch. Avoid leaving it on the surface before a hot day or strong winds.
When’s the best time to apply?
Early morning or late afternoon on moist soil. Avoid applying just before heavy rain—nutrients belong in the root zone, not down the drain.
How should I store Fish Meal?
Cool, dry, sealed. Roll the bag tight or decant into an airtight container. Keep moisture out so it doesn’t cake or go off.
What’s the shelf life once opened?
Best within 12–24 months if kept airtight and dry. If it smells rancid or shows mold, bin it.
Is Fish Meal okay for seedlings?
Go very light (a pinch blended into the mix or a dusting on the surface). Seedlings don’t need much nitrogen—too much can cause soft, leggy growth.
Can I use Fish Meal right before flowering?
Yes, but go modest. It’s nitrogen-forward; too much late nitrogen can delay or soften flowering. Balance with phosphorus/calcium sources and potassium-rich inputs as plants shift to reproductive growth.
Does Fish Meal help compost?
Yes—a small handful per 50–60 L adds nitrogen to heat up a carbon-heavy pile. Mix well to deter pests.
What sizes do you stock?
1 kg and 2.5 kg bags. Choose 1 kg for indoor plants and small beds; grab 2.5 kg if you’re feeding lawns, trees or larger garden areas.
How fast will I see results?
You’ll usually notice deeper green within 7–14 days as proteins mineralise to plant-available nitrogen—faster in warm, biologically active soils.
Is Fish Meal okay to use during transplanting?
Yes—mix a teaspoon or two into the backfill for small plants, a tablespoon or two for larger pots. Water in well.
Does Fish Meal contain microplastics or synthetic additives?
No. It’s ground fish frames—no added synthetics. Always reseal to keep it clean and dry.
What if my dog digs the bed after application?
Rake the soil back, re-bury and water in again. Consider a light bark/mulch cover and keep pets out of freshly amended beds for 24–48 hours.
Quick recipe: stress-free top-dress day
Lightly fork soil surface → sprinkle Fish Meal at the right rate → scratch in 1–2 cm → water to dampen the top 10–15 cm → mulch. Done.
Bottom line—why choose Fish Meal over a bottled “grow” feed?
You’re building soil, not just feeding plants. Fish Meal delivers a steadier, microbe-friendly nitrogen supply, improves texture and biology, and reduces how often you need to fertilise—especially in living soil systems.
