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Regulated testing for SkyRocket
SkyRocket is a high-nitrogen soil amendment, made of wood chips mixed with biosolids, which are cured over time to create nutrient-rich mulch. Biosolids are derived from the wastewater treatment process—they are the solid waste particles remaining once wastewater has been treated. Biosolids contain macronutrients and organic matter that can replenish soil and help it to retain moisture.
The production of SkyRocket is regulated by the Ministry of the Environment under the Organic Matter Recycling (OMAR) regulation. We consistently meet or exceed all of the regulations for a Class A Compost, which is the highest of the three levels that regulate organic matter recycling. SkyRocket is screened to remove excess wood waste and is tested for pathogens, nutrient value, moisture, pH and metals content. The first testing is done just prior to going to market with the product and then subsequent testing is done throughout the season. We do micro-bacteriological testing for coliform bacteria as well as testing for metals (lead, mercury, chromium, copper, etc.).
SkyRocket is regulated by the provincial government’s Organic Matter Recycling Regulation (OMMR)
Fecal coliform levels must be determined to be less than 1,000 microgram per gram (ug/g) of total solids (dry weight basis) for Class A biosolids. All measures on the chart are micrograms per gram( ug/gram) dry weight.
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Class A compost
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Biosolids
growing medium
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Class B biosolids
Class B compost
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Arsenic
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13
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13
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75
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Cadmium
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3
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1.5
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20
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Chromium
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100
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100
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1060
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Cobalt
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34
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34
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150
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Copper
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400
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150
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2200
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Lead
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150
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150
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500
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Mercury
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2
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0.8
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15
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Molybdenum
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5
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5
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20
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Use of the product
SkyRocket is ideal for use in large scale landscaping and planting projects and can also be used for residential landscaping, orchards, flower gardens and lawns.
Due to nutrient levels in this product, SkyRocket should be used as a soil conditioner or supplement, rather than as a topsoil or fertilizer. It can be applied annually or as recommended by soil analysis. As when using any manure product, hands should be washed after applying or handling the product.
• FACTSHEET - How to use SKYROCKET
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SkyRocket
Status - Aug 31st, 2010
Commercial sale of SkyRocket is SOLD OUT.
Based on recent public feedback the CVRD held back 20 percent of the total production in volume for residential customers. Limited quantities are still available on a first come – first served basis.
View the ad
Last updated August 31, 2010
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The CVRD updates the website to reflect the current availability of SkyRocket. When supply is available it can be purchased and picked up in bulk to retail outlets, developers, landscapers, orchardists, nurseries, and individuals.
There is a minimum charge of $50.00 + HST, for 3.5 cubic yards.
Bulk Rates
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Less than 12 cubic yards, $16.00/cubic yard
($21.00/m3)
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12 to 21 cubic yards,
$12.00/cubic yard ($16.00/m3)
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Greater than 21 cubic yards, $10.00/cubic yard ($13.00/m3)
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Municipal rate $8.00/cubic yard (no minimum) ($10.00/m3)
SkyRocket can be picked up in bulk at:
Comox Valley Biosolids Composting Facility
3781 Bevan Road
Cumberland, BC
500M past the CV Waste Mgmt Centre)
For more information contact community services at
Tel: 250-334-6059
Payment: Cash/cheque/Visa/MC/interac
Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm.
See Some SkyRocket Results!
• Corn Garden
• Vegetable Garden
• Grass Bed
Visit the SkyRocket test bed gardens to see SkyRocket results in person.
The test garden is located at the CVRD Compost Education Centre
at 4795 Headquarters Road in Courtenay.
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