Table 1 Organic soil conditioners’ attributes

Organic origin

Organic soil conditioners are different from chemical fertilisers

Soil fertility

Organic soil conditioners have positive effects on soil fertility

Environmental sustainability

Organic soil conditioners production has no environmental impact

Local production

Organic soil conditioners are sourced locally

Safety

Organic soil conditioners are safe to use because they are not chemical products

Price

Organic soil conditioners costs

Natural product

Organic soil conditioners are natural products which contribute to producing healthier foods

Microbial activity

Organic soil conditioners improve microbial activity in the soil because they are rich in organic substances