Rice Hull / Husk Soil Mix – 1kg | Potting Mix for Seed Germination & Poultry Bedding

Natural Multi-Use Rice Hull Soil Mix for Farming, Gardening & Livestock Comfort

Shazam Farms brings you premium-quality Rice Hull Soil Mix (also known as Rice Husk) — a sustainable, lightweight, and organic agricultural byproduct that plays a crucial role in soil improvement, seed starting, potting mix, and poultry bedding. This versatile product is sourced from dehusked rice grains, cleaned thoroughly, and processed to remove dust and impurities, making it a ready-to-use, eco-friendly solution for multiple agricultural and livestock needs.

Whether you're a home gardener, nursery grower, organic farmer, or poultry keeper, this rice husk mix is an essential input that adds value to your operations naturally. Its excellent water retention, aeration, composting value, and insulation properties make it suitable across applications from seedling trays to broiler sheds.

Rice hulls are gaining popularity among urban growers, hydroponic enthusiasts, poultry farms, and organic nurseries due to their renewable nature, affordability, and high performance in both growing mediums and livestock management systems.

Why Choose Rice Husk Soil Mix?

Rice husks are the outer shell of rice grains removed during milling. Instead of going to waste, they are upcycled into a soil conditioner and livestock bedding product that provides tangible benefits. When used in potting mixes or as poultry bedding, it:

• Enhances root development by promoting oxygen flow

• Retains moisture while draining excess water

• Reduces ammonia odor in poultry litter

• Minimizes insect and microbial buildup

• Is 100% natural, compostable, and chemical-free

At Shazam Farms, we ensure our rice husks are cleaned, sun-dried, and quality-screened for optimal performance across use cases.

Key Benefits

For Soil & Gardening Use:

• Improves soil structure and drainage

• Increases aeration and root zone oxygenation

• Ideal for mixing with coco peat, compost, or red soil

• Prevents soil compaction in pots and seed trays

• Retains adequate moisture while allowing excess water to drain

• 100% biodegradable and naturally decomposing over time

• Boosts microbial activity when composted

• Supports germination of sensitive seeds

For Poultry Bedding:

• Excellent absorbency keeps litter dry and hygienic

• Controls odor by trapping ammonia gases

• Prevents bacterial and fungal growth in damp litter

• Lightweight and soft for chicks and broilers

• Cost-effective alternative to wood shavings or sawdust

• Easier to clean and handle during bedding change

• Safe for all types of poultry including chickens, ducks, quails, and turkeys

Applications & Uses

1. Potting Mix & Seed Germination

Rice hulls are widely used in potting soil mixes for nursery plants, vegetable seed starting, and hydroponics. They help loosen heavy soils and add long-term structure to growing mediums. When mixed in the right ratio (usually 20–40% of the total potting mix), they improve water management and air circulation around the roots — both critical for healthy germination and plant growth.

Commonly used in:

• Indoor plant potting mixes

• Seed trays for vegetables, flowers, and herbs

• Container gardening

• Vertical farming setups

• Hydroponic base substrates

2. Soil Conditioner for Field Crops

When added to garden beds or crop fields, rice husks:

• Improve topsoil texture

• Enhance compost piles when mixed with green waste

• Add organic matter and carbon content

• Reduce compaction and cracking in clay soils

They are especially useful in organic and regenerative agriculture systems focused on improving long-term soil health.

3. Poultry Farm Bedding

In broiler and layer poultry farms, bedding material quality directly affects bird health, weight gain, and disease resistance. Rice husks offer a cost-effective and proven alternative to sawdust or straw. With proper drying and bedding management, rice husk bedding can:

• Stay dry for longer periods

• Reduce footpad dermatitis and respiratory problems

• Improve litter reuse cycles

• Lower mortality and improve flock comfort

Recommended for use in:

• Broiler sheds

• Layer poultry coops

• Chicks brooding rooms

• Quail and duck farms

• Backyard chicken setups

4. Composting & Mulching

Rice hulls act as a carbon-rich brown component in compost. When mixed with kitchen waste or farm manure, they balance the carbon-nitrogen ratio and improve compost aeration, speeding up the breakdown process.

As mulch, they suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, and protect roots from extreme temperature changes.

How to Use

For Potting Mix:

• Mix 20% to 40% rice husks with cocopeat, compost, red soil, or loam

• Water the mix thoroughly before sowing seeds

• Avoid overpacking the soil to maintain aeration

For Poultry Bedding:

• Spread husks to a depth of 2–4 inches across the floor

• Keep dry during use to control odor and infection

• Replace or compost once saturated or caked

For Composting:

• Mix with green waste or wet manure in 2:1 ratio (rice husk: green waste)

• Turn the pile every 5–7 days

• Compost matures in 30–60 days depending on weather

Product Specifications

• Product: Rice Hull / Husk Soil Mix

• Type: Organic agricultural byproduct

• Form: Loose, dry, lightweight husk pieces

• Weight: 1kg

• Color: Light brown to pale golden (natural variation)

• Packaging: Sealed reusable bag

• Shelf Life: 6 months in dry storage

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry area away from moisture

• Seal bag after each use to prevent mold or pest exposure

• Do not expose to rain or damp flooring

Sustainability & Eco-Value

Rice husks are 100% biodegradable, compostable, and renewable, making them an earth-friendly choice compared to plastic substrates or chemically treated bedding. Their use reduces agricultural waste and enhances sustainability for both plant-based and livestock-based operations.

By choosing Shazam’s Rice Husk Mix, you support a circular farming economy that utilizes agricultural byproducts instead of letting them go to waste.