Certification of fertilising limes
The experts at DLG TestService certify fertilising lime in accordance with the product-specific DLG quality standards. In addition to the criteria specified for this effectiveness test, further product properties can be tested and certified. Fertilising limes that pass the tests receives the DLG quality seal.
All DLG-certified operating resources are subject to constant monitoring. Consistent product quality is ensured by regular repeat tests or analyses. In addition, samples are taken from the manufacturer or from retailers.
Im Fokus (copy 1)
In focus
The operating resources of fertilising limes are tested according to criteria such as reactivity, moisture and dry matter content, as well as the content of carbon oxide. They are sieved several times and must also be tested for the content of calcium oxide as carbonate.
Your advantages
Your advantages
After passing the test, the products receive the DLG quality seal. Thanks to this seal, buyers can be sure that this product fulfils all the important practical requirements, as confirmed by a neutral testing laboratory. The high profile of the seal and the trust that practitioners place in it supports your marketing and sales.
DLG test criteria for fertilising lime
Carbonate of lime
- Moisture/dry matter content
- Calcium/magnesium/total carbonate content
- Alkaline content
- Reactivity
- Contents of pollutants and secondary components according to German Fertiliser Ordinance (DüMV)
- Sieving cycles
Burnt limes (calcium oxide)
- Moisture/dry matter content
- Calcium/magnesium/total oxide content
- Carbon oxide content
- Calcium oxide content as carbonate and unbound calcium oxide
- Contents of pollutants and secondary components according to German Fertiliser Ordinance (DüMV)
- Sieving cycles
Mixed limes
- Moisture/dry matter content
- Calcium/magnesium/total oxide content
- Carbon oxide content
- Calcium oxide content as carbonate and unbound calcium oxide
- Contents of pollutants and secondary components according to German Fertiliser Ordinance (DüMV)
- Sieving cycles
Contact
DLG Test Centre for Technology and Operating Resources
DLG TestService GmbH Location Groß-Umstadt
Max-Eyth-Weg 1 • 64823 Groß-Umstadt
Tel.: +49(0)69 / 24 788-600 • Tech@DLG.org