ABF Activated Barn Fresh Poultry Litter Ammonia Control contains citric acid, while original Barn Fresh does not.

Naturally found in citrus fruits, citric acid is an effective non-GMO acid.

Common uses for citric acid include:

• In pharmaceuticals, as a pH adjusting agent
• In cosmetics
• As an additive and preservative in foods, jams, candies and sodas

Other acids used in poultry litter management include those below. In contrast to citric acid, these acids have many associated risks.

Aluminum Sulfate
The Risks of Aluminum Sulfate:

• Rated toxic (D2B) with Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Considered an Environmentally Hazardous Substance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods Class 9

Sodium Bisulfate
The Risks of Sodium Bisulfate:

• Rated toxic (D2B) with Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Considered an Environmentally Hazardous Substance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Corrosive Class 8

Sulfuric Acid
The Risks of Sulfuric Acid:

• Rated very toxic (D1A) with Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Considered an Environmentally Hazardous Substance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Corrosive Class 8

The suggested application rate for ABF is 40 lbs / 600 sq. ft. or as needed.

ABF Activated Barn Fresh Poultry Litter Ammonia Control has no transportation restrictions, in contrast to products using other acids.

Yes, ABF Activated Barn Fresh Poultry Litter Ammonia Control is OMRI Listed for use in organic production and is safe to be composted and used in the garden.

As well, ABF does not effect the quality of the compost fertilizer that can be produced from the poultry barn litter after the flock has been removed.