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Virtue Farms
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Beth Massa
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Page:1
Invoice Number:
Invoice Date:
Salesperson:
Customer Number
CK
02-W022914
12/6/2024
0349243-IN
Order Number:
Order Date
A101598
11/26/2024
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Agromin Horticultural Products
5275 Colt Street, Suite 3
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 485-9200
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Beth (805) 816-1345
Customer P.O.Ship VIA
ARNOLDWEB
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Item Number Unit Price AmountOrderedShipped
Delivery Date:
12/6/2024 Bobtail/Max
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COMPOST 100 CUYD 539.25 35.95 15.00 15.00
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Beth (805) 816-1345
Producer: Agromin Arnold, 6859 Arnold Road, Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 485-9200
0.00 Net Invoice:
Less Discount:0.00
Freight:250.00
Sales Tax:18.13
268.13 Invoice Total:
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agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded reasonable attorney's fees, together with any costs and
expenses. Venue shall be in the Superior Court of Ventura County.
Less Deposit:268.13
Invoice Balance 0.00
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Invoice
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Virtue Farms
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Beth Massa
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Page:1
Invoice Number:
Invoice Date:
Salesperson:
Customer Number
CK
02-W022914
12/6/2024
0349244-IN
Order Number:
Order Date
A101601
11/26/2024
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Agromin Horticultural Products
5275 Colt Street, Suite 3
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 485-9200
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Item Number Unit Price AmountOrderedShipped
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COMPOST 100 CUYD 539.25 35.95 15.00 15.00
Zero Foodprint
Coupon Applied 539.25-
COUVCOM24
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Beth (805) 816-1345
Producer: Agromin Arnold, 6859 Arnold Road, Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 485-9200
0.00 Net Invoice:
Less Discount:0.00
Freight:250.00
Sales Tax:18.13
268.13 Invoice Total:
In any litigation, collection action or other proceeding which seeks to enforce payment or the terms of this
agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded reasonable attorney's fees, together with any costs and
expenses. Venue shall be in the Superior Court of Ventura County.
Less Deposit:268.13
Invoice Balance 0.00
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Invoice
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Virtue Farms
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Beth Massa
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Page:1
Invoice Number:
Invoice Date:
Salesperson:
Customer Number
CK
02-W022914
12/9/2024
0349285-IN
Order Number:
Order Date
A101585
11/22/2024
PLEASE REMIT PAYMENT TO:
Agromin Horticultural Products
5275 Colt Street, Suite 3
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 485-9200
Confirm To:
Beth 805-816-1345
Customer P.O.Ship VIA
ARNOLDWEB
Terms
CUST ALREADY PAID BY CC
Item Number Unit Price AmountOrderedShipped
Delivery Date:
12/9/2024 Bobtail
Truck and Driver:
COMPOST 100 CUYD 539.25 35.95 15.00 15.00
Zero Foodprint
Coupon Applied 539.25-
COUVCOM24
PLEASE CALL 15 MIN PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Beth 805-816-1345
OTB CK
Producer: Agromin Arnold, 6859 Arnold Road, Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 485-9200
0.00 Net Invoice:
Less Discount:0.00
Freight:250.00
Sales Tax:18.13
268.13 Invoice Total:
In any litigation, collection action or other proceeding which seeks to enforce payment or the terms of this
agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded reasonable attorney's fees, together with any costs and
expenses. Venue shall be in the Superior Court of Ventura County.
Less Deposit:268.13
Invoice Balance 0.00
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Invoice
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Virtue Farms
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Beth Massa
411 Ojai St.
Fillmore, CA 93015
Page:1
Invoice Number:
Invoice Date:
Salesperson:
Customer Number
CK
02-W022914
12/10/2024
0349342-IN
Order Number:
Order Date
A101586
11/22/2024
PLEASE REMIT PAYMENT TO:
Agromin Horticultural Products
5275 Colt Street, Suite 3
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 485-9200
Confirm To:
Beth 805-816-1345
Customer P.O.Ship VIA
ARNOLDWEB
Terms
CUST ALREADY PAID BY CC
Item Number Unit Price AmountOrderedShipped
Delivery Date:
12/10/2024 Bobtail
Truck and Driver:
COMPOST 100 CUYD 539.25 35.95 15.00 15.00
Zero Foodprint
Coupon Applied 539.25-
COUVCOM24
PLEASE CALL 15 MIN PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Beth 805-816-1345
OTB CK
Producer: Agromin Arnold, 6859 Arnold Road, Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 485-9200
0.00 Net Invoice:
Less Discount:0.00
Freight:250.00
Sales Tax:18.13
268.13 Invoice Total:
In any litigation, collection action or other proceeding which seeks to enforce payment or the terms of this
agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded reasonable attorney's fees, together with any costs and
expenses. Venue shall be in the Superior Court of Ventura County.
Less Deposit:268.13
Invoice Balance 0.00
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Oxnard
CA 93030
Product Identification
Date Sampled/Received:04 Nov. 24 / 05 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Reported as (units of measure)Test Results Test Results
Plant Nutrients:%, weight basis Not reported Not reported
Moisture Content %, wet weight basis
Organic Matter Content %, dry weight basis
pH units
Soluble Salts
(electrical conductivity EC 5)dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Particle Size or Sieve Size maxium aggregate size, inches
Stability Indicator (respirometry)Stability Rating:
CO2 Evolution mg CO2-C/g OM/day 4.0
mg CO2-C/g TS/day 2.3
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence average % of control
Relative Seedling Vigor average % of control
Pass Fecal coliform
Pass Salmonella
As,Cd,Cr,Cu,Pb,Hg
Mo,Ni,Se,Zn
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110036-1/1
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh www.controllabs.com
201 Kinetic Drive
Agromin (Oxnard)
Dave Green
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab; 42 Hangar Way; Watsonville, CA 95076 tel: 831.724.5422 fax: 831.724.3188
33.3
58.8
PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.32(a)
Compost 100
Trace Metals PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.13,
Tables 1 and 3.
8.56
3.2
0.38
Stable
Participants in the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program have shown the commitment to
test their compost products on a prescribed basis and provide this data, along with compost end use instructions,as
a means to better serve the needs of their compost customers.
100.0
100.0
Select Pathogens
Pass
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Oxnard
CA 93030
Product Identification
Date Sampled/Received:04 Nov. 24 / 05 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Reported as (units of measure)Test Results Test Results
Plant Nutrients:%, weight basis %, wet weight basis %, dry weight basis
Nitrogen Total N 0.98 1.5
Phosphorus P2O5 0.41 0.61
Potassium K2O 0.75 1.1
Calcium Ca 1.1 1.6
Magnesium Mg 0.22 0.32
Moisture Content %, wet weight basis
Organic Matter Content %, dry weight basis
pH units
Soluble Salts
(electrical conductivity EC 5)dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Particle Size or Sieve Size % under 9.5 mm, dw basis
Stability Indicator (respirometry)Stability Rating:
CO2 Evolution mg CO2-C/g OM/day 4.0
mg CO2-C/g TS/day 2.3
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence average % of control
Relative Seedling Vigor average % of control
Pass Fecal coliform
Pass Salmonella
As,Cd,Cr,Cu,Pb,Hg
Mo,Ni,Se,Zn
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110036-1/1
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh www.controllabs.com
Pass
Compost 100
Trace Metals PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.13,
Tables 1 and 3.
Participants in the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program have shown the commitment to
test their compost products on a prescribed basis and provide this data, along with compost end use instructions,as
a means to better serve the needs of their compost customers.
201 Kinetic Drive
Agromin (Oxnard)
Dave Green
PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.32(a)
8.56
3.2
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab; 42 Hangar Way; Watsonville, CA 95076 tel: 831.724.5422 fax: 831.724.3188
33.3
58.8
100.0
Stable
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
100.0
100.0
Select Pathogens
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201 Kinetic Drive
Oxnard CA 93030
Product Identification:
Date Sampled/Received:04 Nov. 24 / 05 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Test Results Reported as (units of measure)TMECC Test
Method
pH 8.56 Unitless 04.11-A 1:5 Slurry pH
Soluble Salts 04.10-A 1:5 Slurry Method
(electrical conductivity)Mass Basis
Moisture content 33.3 %, wet weight basis 03.09-A - Total Solids and
Moisture
05.07-A Loss-on-Ignition
Organic Matter Method (LOI)
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence 100.0 average % of control 05.05-A Germination and vigor
Relative Seedling Vigor 100.0 average % of control
05.08-B Carbon Dioxide
Stability Indicator mg CO2-C/g OM/day Evoultion Rate
%, dry weight passing through 02.02-B Sample Sieving for
100.0 9.5 mm Aggregate Size Classification
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR 503.32(a)
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR 503.32(a)
Physical Contaminants None Detected %, dry weight basis 02.02-C - Man-Made Inerts
Total content
Physical Contaminants None Detected %, dry weight basis 02.02-C - Man-Made Inerts
Sharps content
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A 04.06-Heavy Metals standard,
40 CFR 503.13, tables 1 and 3.and Hazardous Elements
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110036-1/1
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
Participants in the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program have shown the commitment to test their
compost products on a prescribed basis and provide this data, along with compost end use instructions,as a means to better
serve the needs of their compost customers.
For additional information pertaining to compost use, the specific compost parameters tested for within the Seal of Testing
assurance Program, or the program in general, log on to the US Composting Council's TMECC web-site at
http://www.tmecc.org.
This compost product has been sampled and tested as required by the Seal of Testing assurance Program on the United States Composting Council
(USCC), using certain methods from the "Test Methods for the Examination of Compost and Composting" manual. Test results are available upon
request by contacting the compost producer (address at top of page). The USCC makes no warranties regarding this product or its content, quality.
or suitability for any particular use.
www.controllabs.com
Pass 07.02 Samonella
Heavy Metals Content Pass
Pathogens
4.0
Particle Size
Pass 07.01-B Fecal coliforms Pathogens
3.2 dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Organic Matter Content 58.8 %, dry weight basis
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET for Caltrans
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab, 42 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 tel (831) 724-5422 fax (831) 724-3188 www.controllabs.com
Agromin (Oxnard)
Dave Green
Compost 100
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TEL: 831-724-5422
FAX: 831-724-3188
www.controllabs.com
Account #:4110036-1/1-4899
Group:Nov24B #8
Reporting Date:
Agromin (Oxnard)
201 Kinetic Drive
Oxnard, CA 93030
Attn: Dave Green
Date Received:05 Nov. 24
Sample Identification:24-OX-A-08
Sample ID #:4110036 - 1/1
Nutrients Dry wt.As Rcvd.units Stability Indicator:
Total Nitrogen:1.5 0.98 %CO2 Evolution Respirometery
Ammonia (NH4-N):25 17 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g OM/day 4.0
Nitrate (NO3-N):5.4 3.6 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g TS/day 2.3
Org. Nitrogen (Org.-N):1.5 0.98 % Stability Rating stable
Phosphorus (as P2O5):0.62 0.42 %
Phosphorus (P):2700 1800 mg/kg Maturity Indicator: Cucumber Bioassay
Potassium (as K2O):1.1 0.75 %Compost:Vermiculite (v:v)1:2
Potassium (K):9300 6200 mg/kg Emergence (%)100
Calcium (Ca):1.6 1.1 %Seedling Vigor (%)100
Magnesium (Mg):0.32 0.22 % Description of Plants healthy
Sulfate (SO4-S):130 87 mg/kg
Boron (Total B):48 32 mg/kg Pathogens Results Units Rating
Moisture:0 33.3 %Fecal Coliform 860 MPN/g pass
Sodium (Na):0.17 0.11 %Salmonella < 3 MPN/4g pass
Chloride (Cl):0.29 0.19 % Date Tested: 05 Nov. 24
pH Value:NA 8.56 unit
Bulk Density:21 32 lb/cu ft Physical Contaminants**% by dry wt
Carbonates (CaCO3):13 8.7 lb/ton Total Plastic < 0.1
Conductivity (EC5):3.2 NA mmhos/cm Film Plastic < 0.1
Organic Matter:58.8 39.3 %Glass < 0.1
Organic Carbon:31.0 21.0 %Metal < 0.1
Ash:41.2 27.5 %Sharps ND
C/N Ratio 21 21 ratio
AgIndex 7 7 ratio
Metals Dry wt.EPA Limit units Size Distribution
Aluminum (Al):3500 -mg/kg MM % by weight
Arsenic (As):2.3 41 mg/kg > 50 0.0
Cadmium (Cd):< 1.0 39 mg/kg 25 to 50 0.0
Chromium (Cr):12 -mg/kg 16 to 25 0.0
Cobalt (Co)2.5 -mg/kg 9.5 to 16 0.0
Copper (Cu):33 1500 mg/kg 6.3 to 9.5 0.9
Iron (Fe):8400 -mg/kg 4.0 to 6.3 6.3
Lead (Pb):10 300 mg/kg 2.0 to 4.0 14.9
Manganese (Mn):150 -mg/kg < 2.0 77.9
Mercury (Hg):< 1.0 17 mg/kg **Greater than 4mm in size (Sharps greater than 2mm)
Molybdenum (Mo):2.4 75 mg/kg
Nickel (Ni):8.9 420 mg/kg Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
Selenium (Se):< 1.0 100 mg/kg
Zinc (Zn):110 2800 mg/kg
*Sample was received and handled in accordance with TMECC procedures.
November 20, 2024
Total < 0.5
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Account No.:Date Received 05 Nov. 24
4110036 - 1/1 - 4899 Sample i.d.
Group:Sample I.d. No.1/1 4110036
INTERPRETATION:Page one of three
Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
4.0 mg CO2-C/
g OM/day
Is Your Compost Mature?
NA Ratio
Ammonia N ppm
25 mg/kg
dry wt.
Nitrate N ppm
5.4 mg/kg
dry wt.
Cucumber Emergence
100.0 percent
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 MPN/g dry wt.
Salmonella
Less than 3 /4g dry wt.
Metals US EPA 503
Pass dry wt.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.2 Percent
dry wt.
AgIndex (Nutrients / Sodium and Chloride Salts)((N+P2O5+K2O) / (Na + Cl))
7 Ratio
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)Estimated release for first season
4 lbs/ton
wet wt.
C/N Ratio
21 Ratio
Soluble Available Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw)
3.2 mmhos/cm
dry wt.
Lime Content (CaCO3)
13 Lbs/ton
dry wt.
What are the physical properties of your compost?
Percent Ash
41.2 Percent ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
dry wt.
Sieve Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
0.9 Percent
dry wt.
AmmoniaN/NitrateN ratio
Ratio does not apply due to low concentrations of both Ammonia N and Nitrate N.
24-OX-A-08
+++++++++++++++
< Stable >|<Moderately Unstable>|< Unstable >|< High For Mulch
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
< Safe >|< High Fecal Coliform
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
++
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
<Safe (none detected) >|< High Salmonella Count(> 3 per 4 grams)
+++++++++
<All Metals Pass >|< One or more Metals Fail
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
+++++++++++++++++++++++++
<Low >|< Average >|< High Nutrient Content
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Na & Cl >|< Nutrient and Sodium and Chloride Provider >|< Nutrient Provider
< Low >|< Average >|< High Lime Content (as CaCO3)
< High Organic Matter >|< Average >|< High Ash Content
+++++++
All Uses >|< Size May Restrict Uses for Potting mix and Golf Courses
Low Nitrogen Provider>|< Average Nitrogen Provider >|<High Nitrogen Provider
Nov24B No. 8
< Nitrogen Release >|< N-Neutral >|< N-Demand>|< High Nitrogen Demand
++++++++++++++++
SloRelease>|< Average Nutrient Release Rate >|<High Available Nutrients
++++++++++++++++++++
+++++++++++++++
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Group:Sample I.d. No.1/1 4110036
INTERPRETATION:Page two of three
Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
4.0 Moderate-selected use mg CO2-C/g OM/day
The respiration rate is a measurement of the biodegradation rate of the organic matter in the sample (as received).
The respiration rate is determined by measuring the rate at which CO2 is released under optimized moisture and
temperature conditions.
Is Your Compost Mature?
AmmoniaN:NitrateN ratio Composting to stabilize carbon can occur at such a rapid rate that sometimes phytotoxins remain in
NA NA*the compost and must be neutralized before using in high concentrations or in high-end uses. This
Ammonia N ppm step is called curing. Typically ammonia is in excess with the break-down of organic materials resulting
25 very mature in an increase in pH. This combination results in a loss of volatile ammonia (it smells). Once this toxic
Nitrate N ppm ammonia has been reduced and the pH drops, the microbes convert the ammonia to nitrates. A low
5.4 immature ammonia + high nitrate score is indicative of a mature compost, however there are many exceptions.
For example, a compost with a low pH (<7) will retain ammonia, while a compost with high lime content
can lose ammonia before the organic fraction becomes stable. Composts must first be stable before
curing indicators apply.
*Ratio does not apply due to low concentrations of both Ammonia N and Nitrate N.
Cucumber Bioassay
100.0 Percent Cucumbers are chosen for this test because they are salt tolerant and very sensitive to ammonia
and organic acid toxicity. Therefore, we can germinate seeds in high concentrations of compost to
measure phytotoxic effects without soluble salts being the limiting factor. Values above 80% for both percent emergence and
vigor are indicative of a well-cured compost. Exceptions include very high salts that affect the cucumbers, excessive concentrations
of nitrates and other nutrients that will be in range when formulated to make a growing media.
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 / g dry wt.Fecal coliforms can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions and is common in all initial
compost piles. Most human pathogens occur from fecal matter and all fecal matter is loaded in fecal coliforms. Therefore fecal
coliforms are used as an indicator to determine if the chosen method for pathogen reduction (heat for compost) has met the
requirements of sufficient temperature, time and mixing. If the fecal coliforms are reduced to below 1000 per gram dry wt. it is
assumed all others pathogens are eliminated. Potential problems are that fecal coliform can regrow during the curing phase or
during shipping. This is because the conditions are now more favorable for growth than during the composting process.
Salmonella Bacteria
Less than 3 3 / 4g dry wt.Salmonella is not only another indicator organism but also a toxic microbe. It has been used in the
case of biosolids industry to determine adequate pathogen reduction.
Metals
Pass The ten heavy metals listed in the EPA 503 regulations are chosen to determine if compost
can be applied to ag land and handled without toxic effects. Most high concentrations of heavy metals are derived from
woodwaste feedstock such as chrome-arsenic treated or lead painted demolition wood. Biosolids are rarely a problem.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.2 Average nutrient content
This value is the sum of the primary nutrients Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. Reported units are consistent with those
found on fertilizer formulations. A sum greater than 5 is indicative of a compost with high nutrient content, and best used to supply
nutrients to a receiving soil. A sum below 2 indicates low nutrient content, and is best-used to improve soil structure via the
addition of organic matter. Most compost falls between 2 and 5.
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Group:Sample I.d. No.1/1 4110036
INTERPRETATION:Page three of three
AgIndex (Nutrients/Na+Cl)
7 Average nutrient ratio Composts with low AgIndex values have high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride
compared to nutrients. Repeated use of a compost with a low AgIndex (< 2) may result in sodium and/or chloride
acting as the limiting factor compared to nutrients, governing application rates. These composts may be used on well-draining
soils and/or with salt-tolerant plants. Additional nutrients form another source may be needed if the application rate is limited by
sodium or chloride. If the AgIndex is above 10, nutrients optimal for plant growth will be available without concern of sodium and/or
chloride toxicity. Composts with an AgIndex of above 10 are good for increasing nutrient levels for all soils. Most composts score
between 2 and 10. Concentrations of nutrients, sodium, and chloride in the receiving soil should be considered when determining
compost application rates. The AgIndex is a product of feedstock quality. Feedstock from dairy manure, marine waste, industrial
wastes, and halophytic plants are likely to produce a finished compost with a low AgIndex.
Plant Available Nitrogen (lbs/ton)
4 Low N Provider Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) is calculated by estimating the release rate of Nitrogen from
the organic fraction of the compost. This estimate is based on the respiration rate, ammonia, and nitrate values. Despite the PAN
value of the compost, additional sources of Nitrogen may be needed during the growing season to offset the Nitrogen demand
of the microbes present in the compost. With ample nutrients these microbes can further breakdown organic matter in the
compost and release bound Nitrogen. Nitrogen demand based on a high C/N ratio is not considered in the PAN calculation
because additional Nitrogen should always be supplemented to the receiving soil when composts with a high C/N ratio are applied.
C/N Ratio
21 Indicates immaturity As a guiding principal, a C/N ratio below 14 indicates maturity and above 14 indicates
immaturity, however, there are many exceptions. Large woodchips (>6.3mm), bark, and redwood are slow to breakdown and
therefore can result in a relatively stable product while the C/N ratio value is high. Additionally, some composts with chicken manure
and/or green grass feedstocks can start with a C/N ratio below 15 and are very unstable. A C/N ratio below 10 supplies Nitrogen,
while a ratio above 20 can deplete Nitrogen from the soil. The rate at which Nitrogen will be released or used by the microbes is
indicated by the respiration rate. If the respiration rate is too high the transfer of Nitrogen will not be controlable.
Soluble Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw - mmhos/cm)
3.2 Average salts This value refers to all soluble ions including nutrients, sodium, chloride and some
soluble organic compounds. The concentration of salts will change due to the release of salts from the organic matter as it degrades,
volatilization of ammonia, decomposition of soluble organics, and conversion of molecular structure. High salts + high AgIndex is
indicative of a compost high in readily available nutrients. The application rate of these composts should be limited by the optimum
nutrient value based on soil analysis of the receiving soil. High Salts + low AgIndex is indicative of a compost low in nutrients with
high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride. Limit the application rate according to the toxicity level of thesodium and/or chloride.
Low salts indicates that the compost can be applied without risking salt toxicity, is likely a good source of organic matter, and that
nutrients will release slowly over time.
Lime Content (lbs. per ton)
13 Average lime content Compost high in lime or carbonates are often those produced from chicken manure (layers),
ash materials, and lime products. These are excellent products to use on a receiving soil where lime has been recommended by
soil analysis to raise the pH. Composts with a high lime content should be closely considered for pH requirements when formulating
potting mixes.
Physical Properties
Percent Ash
41.2 Average ash content Ash is the non-organic fraction of a compost. Most composts contain approximately 50%
ash (dry weight basis). Compost can be high in ash content for many reasons including: excess minerilzation(old compost),
contamination with soil base material during turning, poor quality feedstock, and soil or mineral products added. Finding the source
and reducing high ash content is often the fastest means to increasing nutrient quality of a compost.
Particle Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
0.9 Suitable for all uses Large particles may restrict use for potting soils, golf course topdressings, seed-starter
mixes, and where a fine size distribution is required. Composts with large particles can still be used as excellent additions to field
soils, shrub mixes and mulches.
Appendix:
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) calculations:Estimated available nutrients for use when calculating application rates
PAN = (X * (organic N)) + ((NH4-N) + (NO3-N))lbs/ton (As Rcvd.)
X value =If RR < 2 then X = 0.1
If RR =2.1 to 5 then X = 0.2 Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)4.0
If RR =5.1 to 10 then X = 0.3 Ammonia (NH4-N)0.03
If RR > 10 then X = 0.4 Nitrate (NO3-N)0.01
Note: If C/N ratio > 15 additional N should be applied.Available Phosphorus (P2O5*0.64)5.3
RR = Respiration rate Available Potassium (K2O)14.9
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Virtue Farms
411 Ojai St
Fillmore, CA. 93015
Certificate of Substantial Compliance for Compost 100
I certify that the material listed below complies with the material and workmanship requirements of
Compost 100. The Compost 100 that you are planning on applying or have applied to your field is a
green material based mulch. Agromin’s Compost 100 is derived from plant materials and contains
no manure as feedstock. Acceptable feedstock includes, but is not limited to, by-products of
agricultural commodities processing, and source separated yard debris or “clean green” materials.
These materials can include kilned dried wood, wood and brush, leaves and yard trimmings.
I also certify that I am an official representative for Agromin, the manufacturer of the materials listed
below. Furthermore, I certify that where California Test methods, physical or chemical test
requirements are part of the specifications, that the manufacturer has performed the necessary quality
control to substantiate this certification.
Material Description:
Manufacturer: Agromin
Model: Compost 100
Lot Number: 24-OX-A-08
Best Regards,
Dave Green
Dave Green
Agromin Premium Soil Products
805.485.9200
dave@agromin.com
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Beth Massa (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint (“ZFP”),
who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Virtue
Farms in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s client agencies
(“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements of regulations
implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1
through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for reimbursement of some
of Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to and agrees to be a
“Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations, section 18982(17) to
the Agency/ies specified in Section 2.c, below.
2. Compost Grant Program
a. This Compost Grant Program is subject to ZFP obtaining funding for the program.
Signing this agreement does not guarantee that Provider will receive funding for
Compost. ZFP may suspend the program at any time, for any reason, including
but not limited to lack of or change in funding or change in the SB 1383
Regulations or the interpretation thereof.
b. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost (see section 2.e.ii, below) are eligible for reimbursement.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost funded pursuant to this
Agreement to any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying
SB 1383 compost procurement requirements.
e. Provider agrees that compost purchased from an Approved Vendor shall not be
funded or reimbursed by more than one Zero Foodprint Grant Program,
including Compost Connector.
f. To receive a grant payment for purchased Compost, Provider must comply with
the following steps:
i. Receive an award notification from ZFP detailing the grant award amount
and funding limit.
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ii. ZFP will maintain a list of Approved Vendors of Compost, which is
available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost. Only Compost
purchased from Approved Vendors is eligible for funding.
iii. Submit a Grant Payment Request form with the following documentation
within 30 days of compost purchase and no later than December 12,
2024:
1. Invoice(s) for Compost that includes the name and address of
Approved Vendor, Compost product name, and amount of
Compost product purchased (by weight or volume). The name on
the invoice must match the name of the party signing this
Agreement or the name of the farm identified in Section 1.
2. Brief description of how Compost was used.
3. Identification of location where Compost was used.
4. A Technical Data Sheet from Vendor
5. A W9 form
6. 2 photos of Compost delivery and/or spreading
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon receipt from Provider of the documentation described in Section 2.e.iii,
ZFP will review the payment request and uploaded documentation. Upon
review, satisfactory and complete payment requests will be approved. Payment
will be made via paper check or ACH payment.
4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2024.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
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subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost reimbursement
program, including purchase and use of the Compost, and transportation of the
Compost to the location where Provider uses it.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Compost reimbursement
program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost awarded and
purchased pursuant to Section 2.d prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section
2.e.iii.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed
by all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
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breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors,
heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Beth Massa
Virtue Farms
1644 Vista Del Mar Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
beth@virtuefarms.com
(805) 816-1345
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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Sales Order
Agromin Premium Soil Products
5275 Colt Street, Suite 3
(805) 485-9200
Ship To:
JALAMA CANON RANCH
3635 JALAMA RD
LOMPOC, CA 93436
WHITE BUFFALO LAND TRUST
PO Box 5100
Santa Barbara, CA 93150-5100
Page:1
Salesperson:
Customer Number:
0135760
11/1/2024
AGRO
02-WHI104
PLEASE REMIT PAYMENT TO:Order Date:
Order Number:
Sold To:
BIEntered By:
Confirm To:
JESSE (805) 689-0426
Customer P.O.Ship Via
SEMI/
Delivery NotesTerms
CUST ALREADY PAID
BY CCItem Number Unit Price AmountShippedBack OrderOrdered
Tuesday11/5/24
Delivery Date Between
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COMPOST 100 TONC 362.10 15.00 24.14 0.00 0.00
Ticket #1490
Max Haul via Walking Floor Semi: 40CUYDS
PLEASE CALL WHEN ARRIVING AT THE MAILBOX
JESSE (805) 689-0426
TWO FORKS IN RD
STAY TO THE LEFT EACH FORK
OTB: BI
6859 Arnold Road, Oxnard, CA 93033YARD LOCATION:
PRINT NAME
CUSTOMER'S SIGNATURE
Net Order:362.10
Less Discount:0.00
Freight:700.00
Sales Tax:82.32
1,144.42 Order Total:
In any litigation, collection action or other proceeding which seeks to enforce payment or the terms of this
agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded reasonable attorney's fees, together with any costs and
expenses. Venue shall be in the Superior Court of Ventura County.
Less Deposit:1,144.42
Order Balance:0.00
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TEL: 831-724-5422
FAX: 831-724-3188
www.controllabs.com
Account #:4090252-1/1-11969
Group:Sep24C #44
Reporting Date:
Agromin (Santa Paula)
12390 Telephone Road
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Attn: Dave Green
Date Received:20 Sep. 24
Sample Identification:24-SP-A-10
Sample ID #:4090252 - 1/1
Nutrients Dry wt.As Rcvd.units Stability Indicator:
Total Nitrogen:1.5 0.68 %CO2 Evolution Respirometery
Ammonia (NH4-N):< 10 < 4.4 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g OM/day 0.92
Nitrate (NO3-N):24 10 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g TS/day 0.49
Org. Nitrogen (Org.-N):1.5 0.68 % Stability Rating very stable
Phosphorus (as P2O5):0.51 0.22 %
Phosphorus (P):2200 970 mg/kg Maturity Indicator: Cucumber Bioassay
Potassium (as K2O):0.80 0.35 %Compost:Vermiculite (v:v)1:2
Potassium (K):6700 2900 mg/kg Emergence (%)100
Calcium (Ca):2.6 1.1 %Seedling Vigor (%)100
Magnesium (Mg):0.48 0.21 % Description of Plants healthy
Sulfate (SO4-S):330 140 mg/kg
Boron (Total B):46 20 mg/kg Pathogens Results Units Rating
Moisture:0 56.3 %Fecal Coliform 10 MPN/g pass
Sodium (Na):0.11 0.049 %Salmonella < 3 MPN/4g pass
Chloride (Cl):0.076 0.033 % Date Tested: 20 Sep. 24
pH Value:NA 8.09 unit
Bulk Density:17 40 lb/cu ft Physical Contaminants**% by dry wt
Carbonates (CaCO3):40 17 lb/ton Total Plastic < 0.1
Conductivity (EC5):1.8 NA mmhos/cm Film Plastic < 0.1
Organic Matter:53.1 23.2 %Glass < 0.1
Organic Carbon:31.0 13.0 %Metal < 0.1
Ash:46.9 20.5 %Sharps ND
C/N Ratio 20 20 ratio
AgIndex > 10 > 10 ratio
Metals Dry wt.EPA Limit units Size Distribution
Aluminum (Al):3900 -mg/kg MM % by weight
Arsenic (As):2.1 41 mg/kg > 50 0.0
Cadmium (Cd):1.3 39 mg/kg 25 to 50 0.0
Chromium (Cr):12 -mg/kg 16 to 25 0.0
Cobalt (Co)3.4 -mg/kg 9.5 to 16 0.0
Copper (Cu):34 1500 mg/kg 6.3 to 9.5 3.2
Iron (Fe):7900 -mg/kg 4.0 to 6.3 7.1
Lead (Pb):18 300 mg/kg 2.0 to 4.0 20.8
Manganese (Mn):190 -mg/kg < 2.0 68.9
Mercury (Hg):< 1.0 17 mg/kg **Greater than 4mm in size (Sharps greater than 2mm)
Molybdenum (Mo):1.9 75 mg/kg
Nickel (Ni):10 420 mg/kg Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
Selenium (Se):< 1.0 100 mg/kg
Zinc (Zn):97 2800 mg/kg
*Sample was received and handled in accordance with TMECC procedures.
October 2, 2024
Total < 0.5
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Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
0.92 mg CO2-C/
g OM/day
Is Your Compost Mature?
0.32 Ratio
Ammonia N ppm
< 10 mg/kg
dry wt.
Nitrate N ppm
24 mg/kg
dry wt.
Cucumber Emergence
100.0 percent
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 MPN/g dry wt.
Salmonella Bulk Density :
Less than 3 /4g dry wt.
Metals US EPA 503
Pass dry wt.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
2.8 Percent
dry wt.
AgIndex (Nutrients / Sodium and Chloride Salts)((N+P2O5+K2O) / (Na + Cl))
> 15 Ratio
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)Estimated release for first season
1 lbs/ton
wet wt.
C/N Ratio
20 Ratio
Soluble Available Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw)
1.8 mmhos/cm
dry wt.
Lime Content (CaCO3)
40 Lbs/ton
dry wt.
What are the physical properties of your compost?
Percent Ash
46.9 Percent +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
dry wt.
Sieve Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
3.2 Percent
dry wt.
AmmoniaN/NitrateN ratio
++++++
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+++
< Stable >|<Moderately Unstable>|< Unstable >|< High For Mulch
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
< Safe >|< High Fecal Coliform
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
+
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
++++++++++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
<Safe (none detected) >|< High Salmonella Count(> 3 per 4 grams)
+++++++++
<All Metals Pass >|< One or more Metals Fail
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
++++++++++++++++++++++
<Low >|< Average >|< High Nutrient Content
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Na & Cl >|< Nutrient and Sodium and Chloride Provider >|< Nutrient Provider
< Low >|< Average >|< High Lime Content (as CaCO3)
< High Organic Matter >|< Average >|< High Ash Content
++++++++++++++++++++++++
All Uses >|< Size May Restrict Uses for Potting mix and Golf Courses
Low Nitrogen Provider>|< Average Nitrogen Provider >|<High Nitrogen Provider
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< Nitrogen Release >|< N-Neutral >|< N-Demand>|< High Nitrogen Demand
+++++++++
SloRelease>|< Average Nutrient Release Rate >|<High Available Nutrients
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
+++++
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Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
0.92 Low: Good for all uses mg CO2-C/g OM/day
The respiration rate is a measurement of the biodegradation rate of the organic matter in the sample (as received).
The respiration rate is determined by measuring the rate at which CO2 is released under optimized moisture and
temperature conditions.
Is Your Compost Mature?
AmmoniaN:NitrateN ratio Composting to stabilize carbon can occur at such a rapid rate that sometimes phytotoxins remain in
0.32 very mature the compost and must be neutralized before using in high concentrations or in high-end uses. This
Ammonia N ppm step is called curing. Typically ammonia is in excess with the break-down of organic materials resulting
< 10 NA in an increase in pH. This combination results in a loss of volatile ammonia (it smells). Once this toxic
Nitrate N ppm ammonia has been reduced and the pH drops, the microbes convert the ammonia to nitrates. A low
24 immature ammonia + high nitrate score is indicative of a mature compost, however there are many exceptions.
For example, a compost with a low pH (<7) will retain ammonia, while a compost with high lime content
can lose ammonia before the organic fraction becomes stable. Composts must first be stable before
curing indicators apply.
Cucumber Bioassay
100.0 Percent Cucumbers are chosen for this test because they are salt tolerant and very sensitive to ammonia
and organic acid toxicity. Therefore, we can germinate seeds in high concentrations of compost to
measure phytotoxic effects without soluble salts being the limiting factor. Values above 80% for both percent emergence and
vigor are indicative of a well-cured compost. Exceptions include very high salts that affect the cucumbers, excessive concentrations
of nitrates and other nutrients that will be in range when formulated to make a growing media.
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 / g dry wt.Fecal coliforms can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions and is common in all initial
compost piles. Most human pathogens occur from fecal matter and all fecal matter is loaded in fecal coliforms. Therefore fecal
coliforms are used as an indicator to determine if the chosen method for pathogen reduction (heat for compost) has met the
requirements of sufficient temperature, time and mixing. If the fecal coliforms are reduced to below 1000 per gram dry wt. it is
assumed all others pathogens are eliminated. Potential problems are that fecal coliform can regrow during the curing phase or
during shipping. This is because the conditions are now more favorable for growth than during the composting process.
Salmonella Bacteria
Less than 3 3 / 4g dry wt.Salmonella is not only another indicator organism but also a toxic microbe. It has been used in the
case of biosolids industry to determine adequate pathogen reduction.
Metals
Pass The ten heavy metals listed in the EPA 503 regulations are chosen to determine if compost
can be applied to ag land and handled without toxic effects. Most high concentrations of heavy metals are derived from
woodwaste feedstock such as chrome-arsenic treated or lead painted demolition wood. Biosolids are rarely a problem.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
2.8 Average nutrient content
This value is the sum of the primary nutrients Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. Reported units are consistent with those
found on fertilizer formulations. A sum greater than 5 is indicative of a compost with high nutrient content, and best used to supply
nutrients to a receiving soil. A sum below 2 indicates low nutrient content, and is best-used to improve soil structure via the
addition of organic matter. Most compost falls between 2 and 5.
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AgIndex (Nutrients/Na+Cl)
15 High nutrient ratio Composts with low AgIndex values have high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride
compared to nutrients. Repeated use of a compost with a low AgIndex (< 2) may result in sodium and/or chloride
acting as the limiting factor compared to nutrients, governing application rates. These composts may be used on well-draining
soils and/or with salt-tolerant plants. Additional nutrients form another source may be needed if the application rate is limited by
sodium or chloride. If the AgIndex is above 10, nutrients optimal for plant growth will be available without concern of sodium and/or
chloride toxicity. Composts with an AgIndex of above 10 are good for increasing nutrient levels for all soils. Most composts score
between 2 and 10. Concentrations of nutrients, sodium, and chloride in the receiving soil should be considered when determining
compost application rates. The AgIndex is a product of feedstock quality. Feedstock from dairy manure, marine waste, industrial
wastes, and halophytic plants are likely to produce a finished compost with a low AgIndex.
Plant Available Nitrogen (lbs/ton)
1 Low N Provider Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) is calculated by estimating the release rate of Nitrogen from
the organic fraction of the compost. This estimate is based on the respiration rate, ammonia, and nitrate values. Despite the PAN
value of the compost, additional sources of Nitrogen may be needed during the growing season to offset the Nitrogen demand
of the microbes present in the compost. With ample nutrients these microbes can further breakdown organic matter in the
compost and release bound Nitrogen. Nitrogen demand based on a high C/N ratio is not considered in the PAN calculation
because additional Nitrogen should always be supplemented to the receiving soil when composts with a high C/N ratio are applied.
C/N Ratio
20 Indicates immaturity As a guiding principal, a C/N ratio below 14 indicates maturity and above 14 indicates
immaturity, however, there are many exceptions. Large woodchips (>6.3mm), bark, and redwood are slow to breakdown and
therefore can result in a relatively stable product while the C/N ratio value is high. Additionally, some composts with chicken manure
and/or green grass feedstocks can start with a C/N ratio below 15 and are very unstable. A C/N ratio below 10 supplies Nitrogen,
while a ratio above 20 can deplete Nitrogen from the soil. The rate at which Nitrogen will be released or used by the microbes is
indicated by the respiration rate. If the respiration rate is too high the transfer of Nitrogen will not be controlable.
Soluble Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw - mmhos/cm)
1.8 Average salts This value refers to all soluble ions including nutrients, sodium, chloride and some
soluble organic compounds. The concentration of salts will change due to the release of salts from the organic matter as it degrades,
volatilization of ammonia, decomposition of soluble organics, and conversion of molecular structure. High salts + high AgIndex is
indicative of a compost high in readily available nutrients. The application rate of these composts should be limited by the optimum
nutrient value based on soil analysis of the receiving soil. High Salts + low AgIndex is indicative of a compost low in nutrients with
high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride. Limit the application rate according to the toxicity level of thesodium and/or chloride.
Low salts indicates that the compost can be applied without risking salt toxicity, is likely a good source of organic matter, and that
nutrients will release slowly over time.
Lime Content (lbs. per ton)
40 High lime content Compost high in lime or carbonates are often those produced from chicken manure (layers),
ash materials, and lime products. These are excellent products to use on a receiving soil where lime has been recommended by
soil analysis to raise the pH. Composts with a high lime content should be closely considered for pH requirements when formulating
potting mixes.
Physical Properties
Percent Ash
46.9 Average ash content Ash is the non-organic fraction of a compost. Most composts contain approximately 50%
ash (dry weight basis). Compost can be high in ash content for many reasons including: excess minerilzation(old compost),
contamination with soil base material during turning, poor quality feedstock, and soil or mineral products added. Finding the source
and reducing high ash content is often the fastest means to increasing nutrient quality of a compost.
Particle Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
3.2 May restrict use Large particles may restrict use for potting soils, golf course topdressings, seed-starter
mixes, and where a fine size distribution is required. Composts with large particles can still be used as excellent additions to field
soils, shrub mixes and mulches.
Appendix:
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) calculations:Estimated available nutrients for use when calculating application rates
PAN = (X * (organic N)) + ((NH4-N) + (NO3-N))lbs/ton (As Rcvd.)
X value =If RR < 2 then X = 0.1
If RR =2.1 to 5 then X = 0.2 Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)1.4
If RR =5.1 to 10 then X = 0.3 Ammonia (NH4-N)0.01
If RR > 10 then X = 0.4 Nitrate (NO3-N)0.02
Note: If C/N ratio > 15 additional N should be applied.Available Phosphorus (P2O5*0.64)2.8
RR = Respiration rate Available Potassium (K2O)7.0
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Jesse Smith (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint (“ZFP”),
who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at White
Buffalo Land Trust in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s client
agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements of
regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14,
sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for
reimbursement of some of Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus
intends to and agrees to be a “Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383
Regulations, section 18982(17) to the Agency/ies specified in Section 2.c, below.
2. Compost Grant Program
a. This Compost Grant Program is subject to ZFP obtaining funding for the program.
Signing this agreement does not guarantee that Provider will receive funding for
Compost. ZFP may suspend the program at any time, for any reason, including
but not limited to lack of or change in funding or change in the SB 1383
Regulations or the interpretation thereof.
b. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost (see section 2.e.ii, below) are eligible for reimbursement.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost funded pursuant to this
Agreement to any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying
SB 1383 compost procurement requirements.
e. Provider agrees that compost purchased from an Approved Vendor shall not be
funded or reimbursed by more than one Zero Foodprint Grant Program,
including Compost Connector.
f. To receive a grant payment for purchased Compost, Provider must comply with
the following steps:
i. Receive an award notification from ZFP detailing the grant award amount
and funding limit.
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ii. ZFP will maintain a list of Approved Vendors of Compost, which is
available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost. Only Compost
purchased from Approved Vendors is eligible for funding.
iii. Submit a Grant Payment Request form with the following documentation
within 30 days of compost purchase and no later than December 12,
2024:
1. Invoice(s) for Compost that includes the name and address of
Approved Vendor, Compost product name, and amount of
Compost product purchased (by weight or volume). The name on
the invoice must match the name of the party signing this
Agreement or the name of the farm identified in Section 1.
2. Brief description of how Compost was used.
3. Identification of location where Compost was used.
4. A Technical Data Sheet from Vendor
5. A W9 form
6. 2 photos of Compost delivery and/or spreading
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon receipt from Provider of the documentation described in Section 2.e.iii,
ZFP will review the payment request and uploaded documentation. Upon
review, satisfactory and complete payment requests will be approved. Payment
will be made via paper check or ACH payment.
4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2024.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
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subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost reimbursement
program, including purchase and use of the Compost, and transportation of the
Compost to the location where Provider uses it.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Compost reimbursement
program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost awarded and
purchased pursuant to Section 2.d prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section
2.e.iii.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed
by all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
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breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors,
heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Jesse Smith
White Buffalo Land Trust
PO Box 5100
Santa Barbara, CA 93150
jesse@whitebuffalolandtrust.org
(805) 689-0426
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Jugraj Sidhu (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint (“ZFP”),
who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Jugraj
Sidhu in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s client agencies
(“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements of regulations
implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1
through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for reimbursement of some
of Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to and agrees to be a
“Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations, section 18982(17) to
the Agency/ies specified in Section 2.c, below.
2. Compost Grant Program
a. This Compost Grant Program is subject to ZFP obtaining funding for the program.
Signing this agreement does not guarantee that Provider will receive funding for
Compost. ZFP may suspend the program at any time, for any reason, including
but not limited to lack of or change in funding or change in the SB 1383
Regulations or the interpretation thereof.
b. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost (see section 2.e.ii, below) are eligible for reimbursement.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost funded pursuant to this
Agreement to any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying
SB 1383 compost procurement requirements.
e. Provider agrees that compost purchased from an Approved Vendor shall not be
funded or reimbursed by more than one Zero Foodprint Grant Program,
including Compost Connector.
f. To receive a grant payment for purchased Compost, Provider must comply with
the following steps:
i. Receive an award notification from ZFP detailing the grant award amount
and funding limit.
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ii. ZFP will maintain a list of Approved Vendors of Compost, which is
available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost. Only Compost
purchased from Approved Vendors is eligible for funding.
iii. Submit a Grant Payment Request form with the following documentation
within 30 days of compost purchase and no later than December 12,
2024:
1. Invoice(s) for Compost that includes the name and address of
Approved Vendor, Compost product name, and amount of
Compost product purchased (by weight or volume). The name on
the invoice must match the name of the party signing this
Agreement or the name of the farm identified in Section 1.
2. Brief description of how Compost was used.
3. Identification of location where Compost was used.
4. A Technical Data Sheet from Vendor
5. A W9 form
6. 2 photos of Compost delivery and/or spreading
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon receipt from Provider of the documentation described in Section 2.e.iii,
ZFP will review the payment request and uploaded documentation. Upon
review, satisfactory and complete payment requests will be approved. Payment
will be made via paper check or ACH payment.
4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2024.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
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subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost reimbursement
program, including purchase and use of the Compost, and transportation of the
Compost to the location where Provider uses it.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Compost reimbursement
program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost awarded and
purchased pursuant to Section 2.d prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section
2.e.iii.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed
by all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
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breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors,
heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Jugraj Sidhu
Jugraj Sidhu
1020 San Bruno Ave
Madera, CA 93637
Rjfarm3@gmail.com
(559) 905-5783
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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A 1.5% per month (APR 18%) will be charged on all accounts not paid within 30 days from date of invoice. If any action is brought by seller to collect any amount
due, buyer agrees to pay all cost, including reasonable attorney's fees and court costs. ALL CLAIMS MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 24 HRS OF RECEIVING
THE PRODUCT.
Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farms, Inc.
26948 N BROADWAY
ESCONDIDO, CA 92026
(760) 749-1201
accounting@mmmushroom.com
http://www.mmmushroom.com
Invoice
BILL TO
Zero Foodprint
2370 Market Street , Suite 103
Box 332
San Francisco, CA 94114 USA
SHIP TO
WILD ACRES FARM
CHUCK SAMUELSON
1560 WILD ACRES RD
VISTA CA 92084
619-851-4091
INVOICE #DATE TOTAL DUE DUE DATE TERMS ENCLOSED
950844 07/11/2024 $14,993.00 07/26/2024 Net 15
SHIP VIA SALES REP P. O. NUMBER
MMMF | MULTIPLE TRIPS Adam Pokornicky 1363 Yards @ $11 per Yard
DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT
Compost Delivery Per Yard 1,363 11.00 14,993.00
CA REGISTRATION NUMBER: 37-006936 **WE APPRECIATE YOUR
BUSINESS** The perishable agricultural commodities listed on this invoice are
sold subject to the statutory trust authorized by section 5(c) of the Perishable
Agricultural Commodities Act 1930 (7 U.S.C. 499 e(c)). The seller of these
commodities retains a trust claim over these commodities, all inventories of
food or other products derived from these commodities, and any receivables or
proceeds from the sale of these commodities until full payment is received.
BALANCE DUE $14,993.00
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If estimate date is past 30 days, please confirm pricing is still valid.
Turboscape, Inc.
PO Box 1062
Lake Elsinore, CA 92531
US
+18668872672
info@turboscape.com
BILL TO SHIP TO
Zero Foodprint
2370 Market Street
Suite 103, Box 332
San Francisco, CA 94114
Chuck Samuelson
Wild Acres Avocado Farm
1560 Wild Acres Rd.
Vista, CA 92084
INVOICE 14928
DATE 11/01/2024 TERMS Due on receipt
DUE DATE 11/01/2024
SHIP DATE SHIP VIA SALES REP WAGE TYPE
10/21/2024 Blower Truck Clint Non-Prevailing Wage
DATE ACTIVITY QTY RATE AMOUNT
10/21/2024 Express Blower Service
Blower Truck Installation of Landscape Products
Only (Material Not Included) (30cy) per truckload
due to weight restrictions.
• Chuck Samuelson to provide Compost from
Mountain Meadow Mushroom.
120 43.50 5,220.00
10/21/2024 Express Blower Service
Blower Truck Installation of Landscape Products
Only (Material Not Included) Two loads up to (30cy)
per truckload due to weight restrictions. 60cy total.
• Chuck Samuelson to provide Compost.
1 2,780.00 2,780.00
10/30/2024 Express Blower Service
Installation of Landscape Products Only (Material
Not Included) Daily rate; Includes loader. Oct. 30,
2024
1 1,950.00 1,950.00
10/31/2024 Express Blower Service
Installation of Landscape Products Only (Material
Not Included) Daily rate; Includes loader. Oct. 31,
2024
1 1,800.00 1,800.00
Your Business is appreciated.
Turboscape Contractor DIR# 1000014997
TOTAL DUE $11,750.00
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WALLACE LABS COMPOST REPORT DATE: June 23, 2023
365 Coral Circle Location Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
El Segundo, CA 90245 Requester Adam Pokornicky
(310) 615-0116 Material Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
ammonium bicarbonate/DTPA graphic interpretation: * very low, ** low, *** moderate, **** high, ***** very high
extractable - mg/kg soil Sample ID No. 23-174-46 Total Percent Total
Interpretation as media extractable (available) Content Available pounds
low medium high elements mg/kg graphic mg/kg nutrients per cubic yard
0- 12 16 -28 32 -44 phosphorus 1,046.30 *****2,096.67 49.9% 0.9573
0-240 240-500 500-700 potassium 8,464.38 *****9,905.17 85.5% 4.5223
0- 12 12- 20 over 20 iron 286.92 *****4,495.90 6.4% 2.0527
0 - 2 3 - 4 over 5 manganese 56.56 *****133.49 42.4% 0.0609
0 - 4 4 - 6 over 6 zinc 33.50 *****50.72 66.1% 0.0232
0-0.5 0.6 - 1 over 1 copper 6.39 *****21.09 30.3% 0.0096
0 - 1 1 - 2 over 2 boron 7.29 *****9.50 76.7% 0.0043
ratio of calcium to magnesium calcium 4,556.38 *****10,250.00 44.5% 4.6798
needs to be more than 2 or 3 magnesium 1,123.35 *****3,155.39 35.6% 1.4406
should be less than potassium sodium 1,561.29 *****2,308.81 67.6% 1.0541
sulfur 1,045.69 *****2,889.35 36.2% 1.3192
molybdenum 0.34 ****8.93 3.8% 0.0041
The following trace aluminum n d *5,851.27 0.0% 2.6715
elements may be toxic arsenic 0.59 **0.74 79.2% 0.0003
The degree of toxicity barium 5.59 **45.44 12.3% 0.0207
depends upon the pH of cadmium n d *0.23 0.0% 0.0001
the soil, soil texture,chromium n d *12.68 0.0% 0.0058
organic matter, and the cobalt 0.14 *3.42 4.0% 0.0016
concentrations of the lead 1.24 **4.26 29.1% 0.0019
individual elements as lithium 2.42 ***4.09 59.2% 0.0019
well as to their mercury n d *n d 0.0000
interactions.nickel 0.49 *5.90 8.2% 0.0027
selenium n d *n d 0.0000
silicon 28.22 3,669.00 1.6751
silver n d *n d 0.0000
Generally, strontium 22.37 ***50.65 44.2% 0.0231
the pH optimum depends tin n d *1.05 0.0% 0.0005
upon the organic titanium 0.74 269.68 0.1231
matter and mineral content- vanadium 0.81 *8.91 9.0% 0.0041
under 5.2 is too acidic
6.5 to 7 is ideal Saturation Extract
over 9 is too alkaline pH value 8.12 ****
The ECe is a measure of Percent passing
the compost salinity:ECe (milli-3.91 **** water soluble percent of 1/2 inch 100.0%
mho/cm)millieq/l nutrients available 1/4 inch 90.9%
ideal 200 ppm calcium 66.6 3.3 327.8 7.2% 2 millimeters 50.8%
ideal 25 ppm magnesium 31.9 2.6 157.3 14.0%
sodium 168.6 7.3 830.3 53.2%
ideal 25 ppm ammonium as N 19.1 1.4 93.9 61.7%
ideal 150 ppm potassium 832.5 21.3 4,099.1 48.4%
cation sum 36.0
problems over 150 ppm chloride 831 23.4
ideal 100 ppm nitrate as N 26.0 1.9 128.0
toxic over 800 sulfate as S 164.8 10.3 811.4 77.6%
ideal 40 ppm phosphorus 10.1 0.7 49.9 4.8%
anion sum 36.2
toxic over 1 for many plants boron as B 0.58 ***2.8 39.1%
increasing problems start at 4 - 6 SAR 4.3 ***A s i s b a s i s:
est. gypsum requirement-lbs./cubic yard 3.3 TOTAL Content Total Nitrogen
relative infiltration rate fair/good pounds per cubic yard:0.39%
percent organic matter-dry wt. basis 55.91%carbon 109.28 nitrate N Total P2O5
percent total nitrogen-dry wt. basis 0.89%nitrogen 4.05 0.01% 0.21%
percent total carbon-dry wt. basis 23.94%
carbon:nitrogen ratio 27.0 P2O5 2.19 ammonium N
lime (calcium carbonate)no K2O 5.45 0.01% Total K2O
percent water/total basis 56.3%chloride 1.87 Organic N 0.52%
percent water on a dry weight basis 129.0%boron 0.00 0.38%
half saturation percentage 246.2%sodium 1.05
bulk density - pounds per cubic yard 1,045
exchangeable ammonium - mg/kg dry wt. b 152 acid-soluble ash 5.7%
Elements are expressed as mg/kg dry weight or mg/l for saturation extract. acid-insoluble ash 38.4%
pH and ECe are measured in a saturated extract. n d means not detectable. 44
WALLACE LABS COMPOST REPORT DATE: June 23, 2023
365 Coral Circle Location Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
El Segundo, CA 90245 Requester Adam Pokornicky
(310) 615-0116 Material Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
23-174-46
pounds Application rate in cubic yards per 1,000 square feet
Total Addition per cubic yard:1234567
nitrogen 4.049 4.0 8.1 12.1 16.2 20.2 24.3 28.3
P2O5 2.194 2.2 4.4 6.6 8.8 11.0 13.2 15.4
K2O 5.449 5.4 10.9 16.3 21.8 27.2 32.7 38.1
iron 2.053 2.1 4.1 6.2 8.2 10.3 12.3 14.4
manganese 0.061 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.4
zinc 0.023 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2
copper 0.010 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1
boron 0.004 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
calcium 4.680 4.7 9.4 14.0 18.7 23.4 28.1 32.8
magnesium 1.441 1.4 2.9 4.3 5.8 7.2 8.6 10.1
sodium 1.054 1.1 2.1 3.2 4.2 5.3 6.3 7.4
sulfur 1.319 1.3 2.6 4.0 5.3 6.6 7.9 9.2
molybdenum 0.00408 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
units in pounds
Increase in Salinity if
incorporated 6" deep 0.21 0.42 0.63 0.85 1.06 1.27 1.48
pounds A p p l i c a t i o n r a t e i n t o n s p e r a c r e
Total Addition per ton:1 3 5 8 10 12 15
nitrogen 7.75 7.75 23.24 38.73 61.97 77.46 92.95 116.19
phosphorus 4.20 4.20 12.59 20.99 33.58 41.97 50.37 62.96
potassium 10.43 10.43 31.28 52.13 83.40 104.25 125.10 156.38
iron 3.93 3.93 11.78 19.63 31.42 39.27 47.12 58.90
manganese 0.12 0.12 0.35 0.58 0.93 1.17 1.40 1.75
zinc 0.04 0.04 0.13 0.22 0.35 0.44 0.53 0.66
copper 0.02 0.02 0.06 0.09 0.15 0.18 0.22 0.28
boron 0.01 0.01 0.02 0.04 0.07 0.08 0.10 0.12
calcium 8.95 8.95 26.86 44.76 71.62 89.53 107.43 134.29
magnesium 2.76 2.76 8.27 13.78 22.05 27.56 33.07 41.34
sodium 2.02 2.02 6.05 10.08 16.13 20.17 24.20 30.25
sulfur 2.52 2.52 7.57 12.62 20.19 25.24 30.28 37.86
molybdenum 0.01 0.01 0.02 0.04 0.06 0.08 0.09 0.12
units in pounds
Increase In Salinity if
incorporated 6" deep 0.01 0.03 0.05 0.07 0.09 0.11 0.14
Bulk Density
pounds per cubic yard 1,045
salinity millimho/cm 3.91
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WALLACE LABORATORIES, LLC
365 Coral Circle
El Segundo, CA 90245
phone (310) 615-0116 fax (310) 640-6863
August 24, 2023
Adam Pokornicky, adam@shrumfoods.com
Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
26948 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
RE: Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
Our ID No. 23-174-46, revised
Dear Adam,
The pH of the compost is alkaline at 8.12. Salinity is 3.91 millimho/cm. Soluble boron is
0.58 part per million in the saturation extract. Soluble chloride is 831 parts per million in
the saturation extract.
The organic matter content is 55.9% on a dry weight basis. The carbon:nitrogen ratio is
27.0.
Ammonia is 152 parts per million as nitrogen. The molar ratio of ammoniacal nitrogen to
nitrate nitrogen is 1.2. The ratio should be less than 3 for well aerated compost.
The fertility is moderate The total nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium content is 0.39-
0.21-0.52. Each cubic yard contains 4.1 pounds of total nitrogen, 2.2 pounds of total
phosphorus oxide and 5.5 pounds of total potash. The micronutrients are fairly well
provided.
The concentrations of non-essential heavy metals are low.
The total amount of sodium is modestly high. SAR (sodium adsorption ratio) is 4.3.
The acid-soluble fraction is 5.7% on a dry weight basis. This fraction represents
potentially available minerals. The acid insoluble fraction is 38.4% on a dry weight basis.
This fraction is predominately sand, silt and clay.
The bulk density is 1,045 pounds per cubic yard. The percent moisture is 56.3% on a total
basis.
One hundred percent passes a 1/2 inch screen. Ninety-one percent passes a 1/4 inch
screen. Fifty-one percent passes a 2 millimeter screen.
Sincerely,
Garn A. Wallace, Ph. D.
GAW:n
Soil Analyses Plant Analyses Water Analyses 46
FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Chuck Samuelson (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint
(“ZFP”), who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Wild
Acres Farm [business name] in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of
ZFP’s client agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the
requirements of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of
Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in
exchange for covering Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to
and agrees to be a “Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations,
section 18982(17) to the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit A, below.
2. Compost Purchase Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are
eligible for this program.
b. Provider shall take at least 2 photos documenting the delivery and use of
compost.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383
compost procurement requirements.
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon Foodshed’s authorization to purchase compost, ZFP will confirm the
purchase order with the selected compost facility. ZFP will provide payment
directly to the compost or spreading vendor for compost and delivery costs, and
in pre-approved cases, a portion of the spreading cost.
b. ZFP will have no obligations to pay for compost, delivery, or spreading if Provider
places order without prior approval from Foodshed and ZFP.
4. General Provisions
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a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost Purchase and
Spreading program, including purchase and use of the Compost, transportation
of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it, and the spreading of
compost.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Foodshed Compost
Procurement and Spreading program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and
purchased pursuant to Section 2 prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section 2.b.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only in writing signed by
all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
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i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall insure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the
successors, heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Chuck Samuelson
Wild Acres Farm
chuck.samuelson1@gmail.com
(619) 851-4091
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost.
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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A 1.5% per month (APR 18%) will be charged on all accounts not paid within 30 days from date of invoice. If any action is brought by seller to collect any amount
due, buyer agrees to pay all cost, including reasonable attorney's fees and court costs. ALL CLAIMS MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 24 HRS OF RECEIVING
THE PRODUCT.
Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farms, Inc.
26948 N BROADWAY
ESCONDIDO, CA 92026
+17607491201
accounting@mmmushroom.com
http://www.mmmushroom.com
Invoice
BILL TO
Zero Footprint
2370 Market Street , Suite 103
Box 332
San Francisco, CA 94114 USA
SHIP TO
MEGAN STROM
MESA AGRICOLA
30966 COLE GRADE ROAD
VALLEY CENTER ,CA 92082
INVOICE #DATE TOTAL DUE DUE DATE TERMS ENCLOSED
952121 12/17/2024 $1,635.00 01/01/2025 Net 15
SHIP DATE SHIP VIA TRACKING NO.SALES REP P. O. NUMBER
12/18/2024 RJ -IN10289-VC 5-20YARD TRUCK olga ramirez 100 Yards (5 deliveries)
DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT
Compost Loading Fee 5 75.00 375.00
Compost Delivery Per Mile 90 14.00 1,260.00
Compost Delivery 100 Yards Completed 1 0.00
CA REGISTRATION NUMBER: 37-006936 **WE APPRECIATE
YOUR BUSINESS** The perishable agricultural commodities
listed on this invoice are sold subject to the statutory trust
authorized by section 5(c) of the Perishable Agricultural
Commodities Act 1930 (7 U.S.C. 499 e(c)). The seller of these
commodities retains a trust claim over these commodities, all
inventories of food or other products derived from these
commodities, and any receivables or proceeds from the sale of
these commodities until full payment is received.
BALANCE DUE $1,635.00
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WALLACE LABS COMPOST REPORT DATE: June 23, 2023
365 Coral Circle Location Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
El Segundo, CA 90245 Requester Adam Pokornicky
(310) 615-0116 Material Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
ammonium bicarbonate/DTPA graphic interpretation: * very low, ** low, *** moderate, **** high, ***** very high
extractable - mg/kg soil Sample ID No. 23-174-46 Total Percent Total
Interpretation as media extractable (available) Content Available pounds
low medium high elements mg/kg graphic mg/kg nutrients per cubic yard
0- 12 16 -28 32 -44 phosphorus 1,046.30 *****2,096.67 49.9% 0.9573
0-240 240-500 500-700 potassium 8,464.38 *****9,905.17 85.5% 4.5223
0- 12 12- 20 over 20 iron 286.92 *****4,495.90 6.4% 2.0527
0 - 2 3 - 4 over 5 manganese 56.56 *****133.49 42.4% 0.0609
0 - 4 4 - 6 over 6 zinc 33.50 *****50.72 66.1% 0.0232
0-0.5 0.6 - 1 over 1 copper 6.39 *****21.09 30.3% 0.0096
0 - 1 1 - 2 over 2 boron 7.29 *****9.50 76.7% 0.0043
ratio of calcium to magnesium calcium 4,556.38 *****10,250.00 44.5% 4.6798
needs to be more than 2 or 3 magnesium 1,123.35 *****3,155.39 35.6% 1.4406
should be less than potassium sodium 1,561.29 *****2,308.81 67.6% 1.0541
sulfur 1,045.69 *****2,889.35 36.2% 1.3192
molybdenum 0.34 ****8.93 3.8% 0.0041
The following trace aluminum n d *5,851.27 0.0% 2.6715
elements may be toxic arsenic 0.59 **0.74 79.2% 0.0003
The degree of toxicity barium 5.59 **45.44 12.3% 0.0207
depends upon the pH of cadmium n d *0.23 0.0% 0.0001
the soil, soil texture,chromium n d *12.68 0.0% 0.0058
organic matter, and the cobalt 0.14 *3.42 4.0% 0.0016
concentrations of the lead 1.24 **4.26 29.1% 0.0019
individual elements as lithium 2.42 ***4.09 59.2% 0.0019
well as to their mercury n d *n d 0.0000
interactions.nickel 0.49 *5.90 8.2% 0.0027
selenium n d *n d 0.0000
silicon 28.22 3,669.00 1.6751
silver n d *n d 0.0000
Generally, strontium 22.37 ***50.65 44.2% 0.0231
the pH optimum depends tin n d *1.05 0.0% 0.0005
upon the organic titanium 0.74 269.68 0.1231
matter and mineral content- vanadium 0.81 *8.91 9.0% 0.0041
under 5.2 is too acidic
6.5 to 7 is ideal Saturation Extract
over 9 is too alkaline pH value 8.12 ****
The ECe is a measure of Percent passing
the compost salinity:ECe (milli-3.91 **** water soluble percent of 1/2 inch 100.0%
mho/cm)millieq/l nutrients available 1/4 inch 90.9%
ideal 200 ppm calcium 66.6 3.3 327.8 7.2% 2 millimeters 50.8%
ideal 25 ppm magnesium 31.9 2.6 157.3 14.0%
sodium 168.6 7.3 830.3 53.2%
ideal 25 ppm ammonium as N 19.1 1.4 93.9 61.7%
ideal 150 ppm potassium 832.5 21.3 4,099.1 48.4%
cation sum 36.0
problems over 150 ppm chloride 831 23.4
ideal 100 ppm nitrate as N 26.0 1.9 128.0
toxic over 800 sulfate as S 164.8 10.3 811.4 77.6%
ideal 40 ppm phosphorus 10.1 0.7 49.9 4.8%
anion sum 36.2
toxic over 1 for many plants boron as B 0.58 ***2.8 39.1%
increasing problems start at 4 - 6 SAR 4.3 ***A s i s b a s i s:
est. gypsum requirement-lbs./cubic yard 3.3 TOTAL Content Total Nitrogen
relative infiltration rate fair/good pounds per cubic yard:0.39%
percent organic matter-dry wt. basis 55.91%carbon 109.28 nitrate N Total P2O5
percent total nitrogen-dry wt. basis 0.89%nitrogen 4.05 0.01% 0.21%
percent total carbon-dry wt. basis 23.94%
carbon:nitrogen ratio 27.0 P2O5 2.19 ammonium N
lime (calcium carbonate)no K2O 5.45 0.01% Total K2O
percent water/total basis 56.3%chloride 1.87 Organic N 0.52%
percent water on a dry weight basis 129.0%boron 0.00 0.38%
half saturation percentage 246.2%sodium 1.05
bulk density - pounds per cubic yard 1,045
exchangeable ammonium - mg/kg dry wt. b 152 acid-soluble ash 5.7%
Elements are expressed as mg/kg dry weight or mg/l for saturation extract. acid-insoluble ash 38.4%
pH and ECe are measured in a saturated extract. n d means not detectable. 53
WALLACE LABS COMPOST REPORT DATE: June 23, 2023
365 Coral Circle Location Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
El Segundo, CA 90245 Requester Adam Pokornicky
(310) 615-0116 Material Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
23-174-46
pounds Application rate in cubic yards per 1,000 square feet
Total Addition per cubic yard:1234567
nitrogen 4.049 4.0 8.1 12.1 16.2 20.2 24.3 28.3
P2O5 2.194 2.2 4.4 6.6 8.8 11.0 13.2 15.4
K2O 5.449 5.4 10.9 16.3 21.8 27.2 32.7 38.1
iron 2.053 2.1 4.1 6.2 8.2 10.3 12.3 14.4
manganese 0.061 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.4
zinc 0.023 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.2
copper 0.010 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1
boron 0.004 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
calcium 4.680 4.7 9.4 14.0 18.7 23.4 28.1 32.8
magnesium 1.441 1.4 2.9 4.3 5.8 7.2 8.6 10.1
sodium 1.054 1.1 2.1 3.2 4.2 5.3 6.3 7.4
sulfur 1.319 1.3 2.6 4.0 5.3 6.6 7.9 9.2
molybdenum 0.00408 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
units in pounds
Increase in Salinity if
incorporated 6" deep 0.21 0.42 0.63 0.85 1.06 1.27 1.48
pounds A p p l i c a t i o n r a t e i n t o n s p e r a c r e
Total Addition per ton:1 3 5 8 10 12 15
nitrogen 7.75 7.75 23.24 38.73 61.97 77.46 92.95 116.19
phosphorus 4.20 4.20 12.59 20.99 33.58 41.97 50.37 62.96
potassium 10.43 10.43 31.28 52.13 83.40 104.25 125.10 156.38
iron 3.93 3.93 11.78 19.63 31.42 39.27 47.12 58.90
manganese 0.12 0.12 0.35 0.58 0.93 1.17 1.40 1.75
zinc 0.04 0.04 0.13 0.22 0.35 0.44 0.53 0.66
copper 0.02 0.02 0.06 0.09 0.15 0.18 0.22 0.28
boron 0.01 0.01 0.02 0.04 0.07 0.08 0.10 0.12
calcium 8.95 8.95 26.86 44.76 71.62 89.53 107.43 134.29
magnesium 2.76 2.76 8.27 13.78 22.05 27.56 33.07 41.34
sodium 2.02 2.02 6.05 10.08 16.13 20.17 24.20 30.25
sulfur 2.52 2.52 7.57 12.62 20.19 25.24 30.28 37.86
molybdenum 0.01 0.01 0.02 0.04 0.06 0.08 0.09 0.12
units in pounds
Increase In Salinity if
incorporated 6" deep 0.01 0.03 0.05 0.07 0.09 0.11 0.14
Bulk Density
pounds per cubic yard 1,045
salinity millimho/cm 3.91
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WALLACE LABORATORIES, LLC
365 Coral Circle
El Segundo, CA 90245
phone (310) 615-0116 fax (310) 640-6863
August 24, 2023
Adam Pokornicky, adam@shrumfoods.com
Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm270
26948 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
RE: Compost Sample Received 06/22/2023
Our ID No. 23-174-46, revised
Dear Adam,
The pH of the compost is alkaline at 8.12. Salinity is 3.91 millimho/cm. Soluble boron is
0.58 part per million in the saturation extract. Soluble chloride is 831 parts per million in
the saturation extract.
The organic matter content is 55.9% on a dry weight basis. The carbon:nitrogen ratio is
27.0.
Ammonia is 152 parts per million as nitrogen. The molar ratio of ammoniacal nitrogen to
nitrate nitrogen is 1.2. The ratio should be less than 3 for well aerated compost.
The fertility is moderate The total nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium content is 0.39-
0.21-0.52. Each cubic yard contains 4.1 pounds of total nitrogen, 2.2 pounds of total
phosphorus oxide and 5.5 pounds of total potash. The micronutrients are fairly well
provided.
The concentrations of non-essential heavy metals are low.
The total amount of sodium is modestly high. SAR (sodium adsorption ratio) is 4.3.
The acid-soluble fraction is 5.7% on a dry weight basis. This fraction represents
potentially available minerals. The acid insoluble fraction is 38.4% on a dry weight basis.
This fraction is predominately sand, silt and clay.
The bulk density is 1,045 pounds per cubic yard. The percent moisture is 56.3% on a total
basis.
One hundred percent passes a 1/2 inch screen. Ninety-one percent passes a 1/4 inch
screen. Fifty-one percent passes a 2 millimeter screen.
Sincerely,
Garn A. Wallace, Ph. D.
GAW:n
Soil Analyses Plant Analyses Water Analyses 55
FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Megan Strom (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint (“ZFP”),
who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Mesa
Agricola [business name] in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s
client agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements
of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14,
sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for covering
Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to and agrees to be a
“Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations, section 18982(17) to
the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit A, below.
2. Compost Purchase Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are
eligible for this program.
b. Provider must arrange for the delivery of material within 60 days of receiving
compost request approval.
c. Provider shall take at least 2 photos documenting the delivery and use of
compost.
d. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
e. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383
compost procurement requirements.
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon Foodshed’s authorization to purchase compost, ZFP will confirm the
purchase order with the selected compost facility. ZFP will provide payment
directly to the compost or spreading vendor for compost and delivery costs, and
in pre-approved cases, a portion of the spreading cost.
b. ZFP will have no obligations to pay for compost, delivery, or spreading if Provider
places order without prior approval from Foodshed and ZFP.
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4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost Purchase and
Spreading program, including purchase and use of the Compost, transportation
of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it, and the spreading of
compost.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Foodshed Compost
Procurement and Spreading program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and
purchased pursuant to Section 2 prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section 2.b.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only in writing signed by
all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
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exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall insure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the
successors, heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Megan Strom
Mesa Agricola
hola@mesaagricola.com
(707) 758-6650
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost.
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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NRCS Conservation Practices Unit Value Units Carbon Dioxide Nitrous Oxide Methane Total CO2 Equivalent Estimated Payment
Compost (C/N > 11) application to Application to Orchards or Vineyards,
Purchased from a certified composting facility - 6 tons/acre
60 Acre(s)280 -11 0 270 $54,000
Totals 280 -11 0 270 $54,000
COMET-Planner Report: Approximate Carbon Sequestration and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions and HSP Payments
Project Name: Garcha Global LLC
County: Sutter
Date: 2025/1/31 14:2:39
Version: 2.1.53
Page 1
*Negative values indicate a loss of carbon or increased emissions of greenhouse gases
**Values were not estimated due to limited data on reductions of greenhouse gas emissions from this practice
***Final payment may be different than estimated payment, pending application review and approval
For more information on how these estimates were generated, please visit www.comet-planner.com. 61
Westside Spreading LLC
P.O. Box 42
Colusa, CA 95932
(530)219-6267
suellen@westsidespreading.com
INVOICE
BILL TO
Garcha Global LLC
32424 Lois Way
Union City, CA 94587
INVOICE #5581
DATE 10/31/2024
DUE DATE 12/30/2024
TERMS Net 60
ACTIVITY QTY RATE AMOUNT
Compost
Northern Recycling Compost/Freight- CalRecycle
Permit Number 57-AA-0029 - 402.07 tons
402.07 45.00 18,093.15
Federal ID# 26-1111117 BALANCE DUE $18,093.15
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Balwinder Singh ("Provider") and Zero Foodprint
("ZFP"), who agree as follows:
1. Purpose Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Garcha
Global LLC [business name] in the form of finished compost ("Compost") on behalf of
ZFP's client agencies ("Agencies") to assist the Agencies in complying with the
requirements of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of
Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the "SB 1383 Regulations"), in
exchange for reimbursement of some of Provider's costs to acquire the Compost. Provider
thus intends to and agrees to be a "Direct Service Provider" as defined by the SB 1383
Regulations, section 18982(17) to the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit D, below.
2. Compost Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition of compost
in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and 18993.1(f)(1), and (ii)
are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP's list of Approved Vendors of Compost found at
https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are eligible for jurisdiction procurement.
b. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost reimbursed pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383 compost
procurement requirements.
i. After purchasing the Compost, Provider will provide the following
documentation to ZFP via the Restore Grant Update Form. Invoice(s) for
Compost that includes the name and address of Approved Vendor, Compost
product name, and amount of Compost product purchased (by weight or
volume). The name on the invoice must match the name of the party signing
this Agreement or the name of the farm identified in Section 1.
1. Brief description of how Compost was used.
2. Identification of location where Compost was used.
3. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and end on
12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant to this
Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and thereafter may
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become public records subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act,
Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider promises not
to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies (including ZFP's and the
Agencies' employees, officers, agents, volunteers, subcontractors, successors, and assigns)
for any injury, property damage, or other harm related to Provider's participation in the
Compost reimbursement program, including purchase and use of the Compost, and
transportation of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as broad and
inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it has read the
foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement including that it
prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or property damage suffered due
to participation in the Compost reimbursement program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and without
cause upon five (5) days' written notice. In the event of termination, Provider shall be
entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and purchased pursuant to Section 2.b
prior to the effective date of termination, provided Provider provides ZFP with the
documentation required by Section 2.b.i.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed by all the
parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to settle any
dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing litigation. If any litigation is
commenced between parties to this Agreement concerning any provision hereof or the
rights and duties of any person in relation thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys'
fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under this
Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested exclusively in the
state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in the United States District
Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision, including
but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this Agreement is invalid,
void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement not so adjudged shall remain in
full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in part of any provision of this Agreement
shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this Agreement.
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j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of this
Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other breach of that
term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or modification is valid unless made
in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving covenants shall
inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors, heirs, and assigns of the
parties.
AGREED:
Signature Date
\s1\ \d1\
______________________________ ___________________
Balwinder Singh
Garcha Global LLC
32424 Lois Way, Union City, CA 94587
bellgarcha@gmail.com
(510) 468-9525
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Exhibit D
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider's use of the Compost.
• City and County of San Francisco, San
Francisco Department of the
Environment
• City of Cupertino
• City of Martinez
• City of Rancho Cordova
• City of Sunnyvale
• City of Fremont
• City of Vallejo
• City of Corona
• City of Citrus Heights
• City of West Sacramento
• City of Mountain View
• City of San Jose
• City of Beverly Hills
• City of Moreno Valley
• City of Anaheim
• City of Garden Grove
• City of Santee
• City of Fullerton
• City of Placentia
• City of Mission Viejo
• City of San Diego
• City of Dixon
• City of Lake Forest
• City of Belmont
• City of Jurupa Valley
• City of San Bernardino
• City of Eastvale
• City of Campbell
• City of Gilroy
• City of Los Altos
• City of Los Altos Hills
• City of Los Gatos
• City of Milpitas
• City of Monte Sereno
• City of Morgan Hill
• City of Palo Alto
• City of Santa Clara
• City of Diamond Bar
• City of Oakland
• Suisun City
• Town of Truckee
• Sutter/Yuba RWMA
• Zero Waste Sonoma
• Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
• Unincorporated Contra Costa County
• Unincorporated Nevada County
• Unincorporated Santa Clara County
• Unincorporated Los Angeles County
• Unincorporated San Diego County
• Unincorporated Riverside County
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Job Name Company Dark Nectar
Contact Sample ID Monkey Hair Mulch
Rep Lab Number 6098
Submitted By Run Date 5/29/2024
Sample Location Notes
Sample Name
% Dry Basis % Wet Basis lbs/Ton
Moisture 9.88 197.6
Mineral Matter 45.53 41.03 820.6
54.47 49.09 981.8
Total Nitrogen 0.83 0.747 14.94
Phosphorus (P)0.07 0.064 1.28
Phos. As (P2O5)0.16 0.147 2.94
Potassium (K)0.38 0.341 6.82
Potassium as (K2O)0.46 0.411 8.22
Calcium (Ca)0.72 0.651 13.02
Magnesium (Mg)0.14 0.128 2.56
Sodium (Na)0.1 0.092 1.84
Sulfur (S)0.11 0.096 1.92
Carbon 22.75 20.5 410
ppm Dry
Basis
ppm Wet
Basis lbs/Ton
Boron (B)13.23 11.92 0.024
Iron (Fe)1454.75 1311.02 2.622
Manganese (Mn)102.15 92.06 0.184
Copper (Cu)<0.50
Zinc (Zn)28.71 25.87 0.052
pH 5.98
C/N Ratio 27.44
Lost By Ign (Org M+)
Compost Analysis Report
Logan Labs LLC
Monkey Hair Mulch
Benny Thompson
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FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Joyce Nkhoma (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint
(“ZFP”), who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Hukama
Produce [business name] in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s
client agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements
of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14,
sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for covering
Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to and agrees to be a
“Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations, section 18982(17) to
the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit A, below.
2. Compost Purchase Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are
eligible for this program.
b. Provider shall take at least 2 photos documenting the delivery and use of
compost.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383
compost procurement requirements.
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon Foodshed’s authorization to purchase compost, ZFP will confirm the
purchase order with the selected compost facility. ZFP will provide payment
directly to the compost or spreading vendor for compost and delivery costs, and
in pre-approved cases, a portion of the spreading cost.
b. ZFP will have no obligations to pay for compost, delivery, or spreading if Provider
places order without prior approval from Foodshed and ZFP.
4. General Provisions
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FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost Purchase and
Spreading program, including purchase and use of the Compost, transportation
of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it, and the spreading of
compost.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Foodshed Compost
Procurement and Spreading program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and
purchased pursuant to Section 2 prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section 2.b.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only in writing signed by
all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
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FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall insure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the
successors, heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Joyce Nkhoma
Hukama Produce
joychitura@gmail.com
(760) 670-8139
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FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost.
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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Account #:4090237-2/4-6910
Group:Sep24C #33
Reporting Date:
San Pasqual Valley Soils
16111 Old Milky Way
Escondido, CA 92030
Attn: Craig Anderson
Date Received:19 Sep. 24
Sample Identification:Valley's 16-24
Sample ID #:4090237 - 2/4
Nutrients Dry wt.As Rcvd.units Stability Indicator:
Total Nitrogen:1.0 0.86 %CO2 Evolution Respirometery
Ammonia (NH4-N):390 320 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g OM/day 2.0
Nitrate (NO3-N):15 13 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g TS/day 0.52
Org. Nitrogen (Org.-N):0.96 0.83 % Stability Rating very stable
Phosphorus (as P2O5):0.77 0.64 %
Phosphorus (P):3300 2800 mg/kg Maturity Indicator: Cucumber Bioassay
Potassium (as K2O):1.9 1.6 %Compost:Vermiculite (v:v)1:2
Potassium (K):16000 13000 mg/kg Emergence (%)0
Calcium (Ca):1.5 1.2 %Seedling Vigor (%)NA
Magnesium (Mg):0.74 0.62 % Description of Plants
Sulfate (SO4-S):580 490 mg/kg
Boron (Total B):36 30 mg/kg Pathogens Results Units Rating
Moisture:0 16.3 %Fecal Coliform < 7.5 MPN/g pass
Sodium (Na):0.50 0.41 %Salmonella < 3 MPN/4g pass
Chloride (Cl):0.68 0.57 % Date Tested: 19 Sep. 24
pH Value:NA 9.39 unit
Bulk Density:48 58 lb/cu ft Physical Contaminants**% by dry wt
Carbonates (CaCO3):50 42 lb/ton Total Plastic < 0.1
Conductivity (EC5):7.7 NA mmhos/cm Film Plastic < 0.1
Organic Matter:26.4 22.1 %Glass < 0.1
Organic Carbon:11.0 9.5 %Metal < 0.1
Ash:73.6 61.6 %Sharps ND
C/N Ratio 11 11 ratio
AgIndex 3 3 ratio
Metals Dry wt.EPA Limit units Size Distribution
Aluminum (Al):9600 -mg/kg MM % by weight
Arsenic (As):1.3 41 mg/kg > 50 0.0
Cadmium (Cd):< 1.0 39 mg/kg 25 to 50 0.0
Chromium (Cr):15 -mg/kg 16 to 25 0.0
Cobalt (Co)5.4 -mg/kg 9.5 to 16 0.0
Copper (Cu):23 1500 mg/kg 6.3 to 9.5 2.8
Iron (Fe):16000 -mg/kg 4.0 to 6.3 4.8
Lead (Pb):3.1 300 mg/kg 2.0 to 4.0 12.3
Manganese (Mn):230 -mg/kg < 2.0 80.2
Mercury (Hg):< 1.0 17 mg/kg **Greater than 4mm in size (Sharps greater than 2mm)
Molybdenum (Mo):3.4 75 mg/kg
Nickel (Ni):6.0 420 mg/kg Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
Selenium (Se):< 1.0 100 mg/kg
Zinc (Zn):71 2800 mg/kg
*Sample was received and handled in accordance with TMECC procedures.
October 2, 2024
Total < 0.5
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Account No.:Date Received 19 Sep. 24
4090237 - 2/4 - 6910 Sample i.d.
Group:Sample I.d. No.2/4 4090237
INTERPRETATION:Page one of three
Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
2.0 mg CO2-C/
g OM/day
Is Your Compost Mature?
26 Ratio
Ammonia N ppm
390 mg/kg
dry wt.
Nitrate N ppm
15 mg/kg
dry wt.
Cucumber Emergence
0.0 percent
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 MPN/g dry wt.
Salmonella Bulk Density :
Less than 3 /4g dry wt.
Metals US EPA 503
Pass dry wt.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.7 Percent
dry wt.
AgIndex (Nutrients / Sodium and Chloride Salts)((N+P2O5+K2O) / (Na + Cl))
3.11559322 Ratio
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)Estimated release for first season
2 lbs/ton
wet wt.
C/N Ratio
11 Ratio
Soluble Available Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw)
7.7 mmhos/cm
dry wt.
Lime Content (CaCO3)
50 Lbs/ton
dry wt.
What are the physical properties of your compost?
Percent Ash
73.6 Percent ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
dry wt.
Sieve Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
2.8 Percent
dry wt.
AmmoniaN/NitrateN ratio
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Valley's 16-24
+++++++
< Stable >|<Moderately Unstable>|< Unstable >|< High For Mulch
+
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
< Safe >|< High Fecal Coliform
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
+++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
<Safe (none detected) >|< High Salmonella Count(> 3 per 4 grams)
+++++++++
<All Metals Pass >|< One or more Metals Fail
+++++++++++++++++++++
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
<Low >|< Average >|< High Nutrient Content
++++++++++++++++
Na & Cl >|< Nutrient and Sodium and Chloride Provider >|< Nutrient Provider
< Low >|< Average >|< High Lime Content (as CaCO3)
< High Organic Matter >|< Average >|< High Ash Content
+++++++++++++++++++++
All Uses >|< Size May Restrict Uses for Potting mix and Golf Courses
Low Nitrogen Provider>|< Average Nitrogen Provider >|<High Nitrogen Provider
Sep24C No. 33
< Nitrogen Release >|< N-Neutral >|< N-Demand>|< High Nitrogen Demand
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
SloRelease>|< Average Nutrient Release Rate >|<High Available Nutrients
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
+++++++++
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Account No.:Date Received
4090237 - 2/4 - 6910 Sample i.d.
Group:Sample I.d. No.2/4 4090237
INTERPRETATION:Page two of three
Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
2.0 Low: Good for all uses mg CO2-C/g OM/day
The respiration rate is a measurement of the biodegradation rate of the organic matter in the sample (as received).
The respiration rate is determined by measuring the rate at which CO2 is released under optimized moisture and
temperature conditions.
Is Your Compost Mature?
AmmoniaN:NitrateN ratio Composting to stabilize carbon can occur at such a rapid rate that sometimes phytotoxins remain in
26 immature the compost and must be neutralized before using in high concentrations or in high-end uses. This
Ammonia N ppm step is called curing. Typically ammonia is in excess with the break-down of organic materials resulting
390 mature in an increase in pH. This combination results in a loss of volatile ammonia (it smells). Once this toxic
Nitrate N ppm ammonia has been reduced and the pH drops, the microbes convert the ammonia to nitrates. A low
15 immature ammonia + high nitrate score is indicative of a mature compost, however there are many exceptions.
For example, a compost with a low pH (<7) will retain ammonia, while a compost with high lime content
can lose ammonia before the organic fraction becomes stable. Composts must first be stable before
curing indicators apply.
Cucumber Bioassay
0.0 Percent Cucumbers are chosen for this test because they are salt tolerant and very sensitive to ammonia
and organic acid toxicity. Therefore, we can germinate seeds in high concentrations of compost to
measure phytotoxic effects without soluble salts being the limiting factor. Values above 80% for both percent emergence and
vigor are indicative of a well-cured compost. Exceptions include very high salts that affect the cucumbers, excessive concentrations
of nitrates and other nutrients that will be in range when formulated to make a growing media.
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 / g dry wt.Fecal coliforms can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions and is common in all initial
compost piles. Most human pathogens occur from fecal matter and all fecal matter is loaded in fecal coliforms. Therefore fecal
coliforms are used as an indicator to determine if the chosen method for pathogen reduction (heat for compost) has met the
requirements of sufficient temperature, time and mixing. If the fecal coliforms are reduced to below 1000 per gram dry wt. it is
assumed all others pathogens are eliminated. Potential problems are that fecal coliform can regrow during the curing phase or
during shipping. This is because the conditions are now more favorable for growth than during the composting process.
Salmonella Bacteria
Less than 3 3 / 4g dry wt.Salmonella is not only another indicator organism but also a toxic microbe. It has been used in the
case of biosolids industry to determine adequate pathogen reduction.
Metals
Pass The ten heavy metals listed in the EPA 503 regulations are chosen to determine if compost
can be applied to ag land and handled without toxic effects. Most high concentrations of heavy metals are derived from
woodwaste feedstock such as chrome-arsenic treated or lead painted demolition wood. Biosolids are rarely a problem.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.7 Average nutrient content
This value is the sum of the primary nutrients Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. Reported units are consistent with those
found on fertilizer formulations. A sum greater than 5 is indicative of a compost with high nutrient content, and best used to supply
nutrients to a receiving soil. A sum below 2 indicates low nutrient content, and is best-used to improve soil structure via the
addition of organic matter. Most compost falls between 2 and 5.
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AgIndex (Nutrients/Na+Cl)
3 Average nutrient ratio Composts with low AgIndex values have high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride
compared to nutrients. Repeated use of a compost with a low AgIndex (< 2) may result in sodium and/or chloride
acting as the limiting factor compared to nutrients, governing application rates. These composts may be used on well-draining
soils and/or with salt-tolerant plants. Additional nutrients form another source may be needed if the application rate is limited by
sodium or chloride. If the AgIndex is above 10, nutrients optimal for plant growth will be available without concern of sodium and/or
chloride toxicity. Composts with an AgIndex of above 10 are good for increasing nutrient levels for all soils. Most composts score
between 2 and 10. Concentrations of nutrients, sodium, and chloride in the receiving soil should be considered when determining
compost application rates. The AgIndex is a product of feedstock quality. Feedstock from dairy manure, marine waste, industrial
wastes, and halophytic plants are likely to produce a finished compost with a low AgIndex.
Plant Available Nitrogen (lbs/ton)
2 Low N Provider Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) is calculated by estimating the release rate of Nitrogen from
the organic fraction of the compost. This estimate is based on the respiration rate, ammonia, and nitrate values. Despite the PAN
value of the compost, additional sources of Nitrogen may be needed during the growing season to offset the Nitrogen demand
of the microbes present in the compost. With ample nutrients these microbes can further breakdown organic matter in the
compost and release bound Nitrogen. Nitrogen demand based on a high C/N ratio is not considered in the PAN calculation
because additional Nitrogen should always be supplemented to the receiving soil when composts with a high C/N ratio are applied.
C/N Ratio
11 Indicates maturity As a guiding principal, a C/N ratio below 14 indicates maturity and above 14 indicates
immaturity, however, there are many exceptions. Large woodchips (>6.3mm), bark, and redwood are slow to breakdown and
therefore can result in a relatively stable product while the C/N ratio value is high. Additionally, some composts with chicken manure
and/or green grass feedstocks can start with a C/N ratio below 15 and are very unstable. A C/N ratio below 10 supplies Nitrogen,
while a ratio above 20 can deplete Nitrogen from the soil. The rate at which Nitrogen will be released or used by the microbes is
indicated by the respiration rate. If the respiration rate is too high the transfer of Nitrogen will not be controlable.
Soluble Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw - mmhos/cm)
7.7 Average salts This value refers to all soluble ions including nutrients, sodium, chloride and some
soluble organic compounds. The concentration of salts will change due to the release of salts from the organic matter as it degrades,
volatilization of ammonia, decomposition of soluble organics, and conversion of molecular structure. High salts + high AgIndex is
indicative of a compost high in readily available nutrients. The application rate of these composts should be limited by the optimum
nutrient value based on soil analysis of the receiving soil. High Salts + low AgIndex is indicative of a compost low in nutrients with
high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride. Limit the application rate according to the toxicity level of thesodium and/or chloride.
Low salts indicates that the compost can be applied without risking salt toxicity, is likely a good source of organic matter, and that
nutrients will release slowly over time.
Lime Content (lbs. per ton)
50 High lime content Compost high in lime or carbonates are often those produced from chicken manure (layers),
ash materials, and lime products. These are excellent products to use on a receiving soil where lime has been recommended by
soil analysis to raise the pH. Composts with a high lime content should be closely considered for pH requirements when formulating
potting mixes.
Physical Properties
Percent Ash
73.6 High ash content Ash is the non-organic fraction of a compost. Most composts contain approximately 50%
ash (dry weight basis). Compost can be high in ash content for many reasons including: excess minerilzation(old compost),
contamination with soil base material during turning, poor quality feedstock, and soil or mineral products added. Finding the source
and reducing high ash content is often the fastest means to increasing nutrient quality of a compost.
Particle Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
2.8 May restrict use Large particles may restrict use for potting soils, golf course topdressings, seed-starter
mixes, and where a fine size distribution is required. Composts with large particles can still be used as excellent additions to field
soils, shrub mixes and mulches.
Appendix:
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) calculations:Estimated available nutrients for use when calculating application rates
PAN = (X * (organic N)) + ((NH4-N) + (NO3-N))lbs/ton (As Rcvd.)
X value =If RR < 2 then X = 0.1
If RR =2.1 to 5 then X = 0.2 Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)2.3
If RR =5.1 to 10 then X = 0.3 Ammonia (NH4-N)0.64
If RR > 10 then X = 0.4 Nitrate (NO3-N)0.03
Note: If C/N ratio > 15 additional N should be applied.Available Phosphorus (P2O5*0.64)8.2
RR = Respiration rate Available Potassium (K2O)31.3
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FOODSHED COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Perla Rico (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint (“ZFP”),
who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Heart
Seeds Orchard [business name] in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf
of ZFP’s client agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the
requirements of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of
Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in
exchange for covering Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to
and agrees to be a “Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations,
section 18982(17) to the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit A, below.
2. Compost Purchase Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are
eligible for this program.
b. Provider shall take at least 2 photos documenting the delivery and use of
compost.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383
compost procurement requirements.
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon Foodshed’s authorization to purchase compost, ZFP will confirm the
purchase order with the selected compost facility. ZFP will provide payment
directly to the compost or spreading vendor for compost and delivery costs, and
in pre-approved cases, a portion of the spreading cost.
b. ZFP will have no obligations to pay for compost, delivery, or spreading if Provider
places order without prior approval from Foodshed and ZFP.
4. General Provisions
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a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost Purchase and
Spreading program, including purchase and use of the Compost, transportation
of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it, and the spreading of
compost.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Foodshed Compost
Procurement and Spreading program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and
purchased pursuant to Section 2 prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section 2.b.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only in writing signed by
all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
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i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall insure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the
successors, heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Perla Rico
Heart Seeds Orchard
chefperla@elevationeating.com
(925) 207-4160
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost.
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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This agreement is made by and between Hamid Pezeshkian (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint
(“ZFP”), who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at
Flametree Farm [business name] in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf
of ZFP’s client agencies (“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the
requirements of regulations implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of
Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1 through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in
exchange for covering Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to
and agrees to be a “Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations,
section 18982(17) to the Agency/ies specified in Exhibit A, below.
2. Compost Purchase Program
a. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost are
eligible for this program.
b. Provider must arrange for the delivery of material within 60 days of receiving
compost request approval.
c. Provider shall take at least 2 photos documenting the delivery and use of
compost.
d. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
e. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost pursuant to this Agreement to
any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying SB 1383
compost procurement requirements.
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon Foodshed’s authorization to purchase compost, ZFP will confirm the
purchase order with the selected compost facility. ZFP will provide payment
directly to the compost or spreading vendor for compost and delivery costs, and
in pre-approved cases, a portion of the spreading cost.
b. ZFP will have no obligations to pay for compost, delivery, or spreading if Provider
places order without prior approval from Foodshed and ZFP.
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4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost Purchase and
Spreading program, including purchase and use of the Compost, transportation
of the Compost to the location where Provider uses it, and the spreading of
compost.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Foodshed Compost
Procurement and Spreading program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost claimed and
purchased pursuant to Section 2 prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section 2.b.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only in writing signed by
all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
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exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall insure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the
successors, heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Hamid Pezeshkian
Flametree Farm
hamid.pezeshkian@gmail.com
4058634647
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost.
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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Zanker Road Resource Management, LLC Invoice Date
dba Z-Best Composting 12/31/2024
980 State Hwy 25
Gilroy, CA 95020
Bill To:
Account ID:
Potager Farms
7210 San Felipe Road
Hollister, CA 95023
Item PO Quantity Unit Price Total Tax Line Total
Z-Best Landscape Compost Zero Foodprint 500 Tons 10.00$ 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$
Freight Zero Foodprint 500 Tons 8.00$ 4,000.00$ 4,000.00$
Spreading Zero Foodprint 500 Tons 10.00$ 5,000.00$ 5,000.00$
Subtotal
Tax
Grand Total
Discount
Invoice #
20241231-01
14,000.00$
Balance Due
9,000.00$
14,000.00$
5,000.00$
Invoice
Terms: Net 30
Remit Payment To:
Zanker Road Resource Management, LLC
610 E Gish Rd
San Jose, CA 95112
408-846-1577
107
Gilroy
CA 95020
Product Identification
Date Sampled/Received:07 Nov. 24 / 07 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Reported as (units of measure)Test Results Test Results
Plant Nutrients:%, weight basis Not reported Not reported
Moisture Content %, wet weight basis
Organic Matter Content %, dry weight basis
pH units
Soluble Salts
(electrical conductivity EC 5)dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Particle Size or Sieve Size maxium aggregate size, inches
Stability Indicator (respirometry)Stability Rating:
CO2 Evolution mg CO2-C/g OM/day 1.6
mg CO2-C/g TS/day 0.93
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence average % of control
Relative Seedling Vigor average % of control
Pass Fecal coliform
Pass Salmonella
As,Cd,Cr,Cu,Pb,Hg
Mo,Ni,Se,Zn
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110087-1/5
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh www.controllabs.com
980 State Highway 25
Z-Best Products
Kelli Lopez
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab; 42 Hangar Way; Watsonville, CA 95076 tel: 831.724.5422 fax: 831.724.3188
43.5
57.4
PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.32(a)
11.2024 Z-Best Organic Compost
Trace Metals PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.13,
Tables 1 and 3.
7.63
4.1
0.38
Very Stable
Participants in the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program have shown the commitment to
test their compost products on a prescribed basis and provide this data, along with compost end use instructions,as
a means to better serve the needs of their compost customers.
93.3
100.0
Select Pathogens
Pass
108
Gilroy
CA 95020
Product Identification
Date Sampled/Received:07 Nov. 24 / 07 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Reported as (units of measure)Test Results Test Results
Plant Nutrients:%, weight basis %, wet weight basis %, dry weight basis
Nitrogen Total N 1.0 1.8
Phosphorus P2O5 0.39 0.68
Potassium K2O 0.70 1.2
Calcium Ca 1.8 3.1
Magnesium Mg 0.44 0.78
Moisture Content %, wet weight basis
Organic Matter Content %, dry weight basis
pH units
Soluble Salts
(electrical conductivity EC 5)dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Particle Size or Sieve Size % under 9.5 mm, dw basis
Stability Indicator (respirometry)Stability Rating:
CO2 Evolution mg CO2-C/g OM/day 1.6
mg CO2-C/g TS/day 0.93
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence average % of control
Relative Seedling Vigor average % of control
Pass Fecal coliform
Pass Salmonella
As,Cd,Cr,Cu,Pb,Hg
Mo,Ni,Se,Zn
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110087-1/5
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab; 42 Hangar Way; Watsonville, CA 95076 tel: 831.724.5422 fax: 831.724.3188
43.5
57.4
www.controllabs.com
Pass
11.2024 Z-Best Organic Compost
Trace Metals PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.13,
Tables 1 and 3.
Participants in the US Composting Council’s Seal of Testing Assurance Program have shown the commitment to
test their compost products on a prescribed basis and provide this data, along with compost end use instructions,as
a means to better serve the needs of their compost customers.
93.3
100.0
Select Pathogens
980 State Highway 25
Z-Best Products
Kelli Lopez
PASS/FAIL: per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR § 503.32(a)
7.63
4.1
100.0
Very Stable
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
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980 State Highway 25
Gilroy CA 95020
Product Identification:
Date Sampled/Received:07 Nov. 24 / 07 Nov. 24
Compost Parameters Test Results Reported as (units of measure)TMECC Test
Method
pH 7.63 Unitless 04.11-A 1:5 Slurry pH
Soluble Salts 04.10-A 1:5 Slurry Method
(electrical conductivity)Mass Basis
Moisture content 43.5 %, wet weight basis 03.09-A - Total Solids and
Moisture
05.07-A Loss-on-Ignition
Organic Matter Method (LOI)
Maturity Indicator (bioassay)
Percent Emergence 93.3 average % of control 05.05-A Germination and vigor
Relative Seedling Vigor 100.0 average % of control
05.08-B Carbon Dioxide
Stability Indicator mg CO2-C/g OM/day Evoultion Rate
%, dry weight passing through 02.02-B Sample Sieving for
100.0 9.5 mm Aggregate Size Classification
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR 503.32(a)
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A
standard, 40 CFR 503.32(a)
Physical Contaminants None Detected %, dry weight basis 02.02-C - Man-Made Inerts
Total content
Physical Contaminants None Detected %, dry weight basis 02.02-C - Man-Made Inerts
Sharps content
PASS/FAIL: Per US EPA Class A 04.06-Heavy Metals standard,
40 CFR 503.13, tables 1 and 3.and Hazardous Elements
Laboratory Group:Nov24B Laboratory Number:4110087-1/5
Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
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serve the needs of their compost customers.
For additional information pertaining to compost use, the specific compost parameters tested for within the Seal of Testing
assurance Program, or the program in general, log on to the US Composting Council's TMECC web-site at
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This compost product has been sampled and tested as required by the Seal of Testing assurance Program on the United States Composting Council
(USCC), using certain methods from the "Test Methods for the Examination of Compost and Composting" manual. Test results are available upon
request by contacting the compost producer (address at top of page). The USCC makes no warranties regarding this product or its content, quality.
or suitability for any particular use.
www.controllabs.com
Pass 07.02 Samonella
Heavy Metals Content Pass
Pathogens
1.6
Particle Size
Pass 07.01-B Fecal coliforms Pathogens
4.1 dS/m (mmhos/cm)
Organic Matter Content 57.4 %, dry weight basis
COMPOST TECHNICAL DATA SHEET for Caltrans
LABORATORY: Soil Control Lab, 42 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 tel (831) 724-5422 fax (831) 724-3188 www.controllabs.com
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Kelli Lopez
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TEL: 831-724-5422
FAX: 831-724-3188
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Account #:4110087-1/5-1589
Group:Nov24B #50
Reporting Date:
Z-Best Products
980 State Highway 25
Gilroy, CA 95020
Attn: Kelli Lopez
Date Received:07 Nov. 24
Sample Identification:11.2024 Z-Best Organic Compost
Sample ID #:4110087 - 1/5
Nutrients Dry wt.As Rcvd.units Stability Indicator:
Total Nitrogen:1.8 1.0 %CO2 Evolution Respirometery
Ammonia (NH4-N):38 21 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g OM/day 1.6
Nitrate (NO3-N):17 9.6 mg/kg mg CO2-C/g TS/day 0.93
Org. Nitrogen (Org.-N):1.8 1.0 % Stability Rating very stable
Phosphorus (as P2O5):0.68 0.38 %
Phosphorus (P):3000 1700 mg/kg Maturity Indicator: Cucumber Bioassay
Potassium (as K2O):1.2 0.70 %Compost:Vermiculite (v:v)1:2
Potassium (K):10000 5800 mg/kg Emergence (%)93
Calcium (Ca):3.1 1.8 %Seedling Vigor (%)100
Magnesium (Mg):0.78 0.44 % Description of Plants healthy
Sulfate (SO4-S):210 120 mg/kg
Boron (Total B):53 30 mg/kg Pathogens Results Units Rating
Moisture:0 43.5 %Fecal Coliform < 7.5 MPN/g pass
Sodium (Na):0.20 0.12 %Salmonella < 3 MPN/4g pass
Chloride (Cl):0.38 0.22 % Date Tested: 07 Nov. 24
pH Value:NA 7.63 unit
Bulk Density:21 38 lb/cu ft Physical Contaminants**% by dry wt
Carbonates (CaCO3):61 35 lb/ton Total Plastic < 0.1
Conductivity (EC5):4.1 NA mmhos/cm Film Plastic < 0.1
Organic Matter:57.4 32.4 %Glass < 0.1
Organic Carbon:29.0 16.0 %Metal < 0.1
Ash:42.6 24.1 %Sharps ND
C/N Ratio 16 16 ratio
AgIndex 6 6 ratio
Metals Dry wt.EPA Limit units Size Distribution
Aluminum (Al):6100 -mg/kg MM % by weight
Arsenic (As):3.4 41 mg/kg > 50 0.0
Cadmium (Cd):< 1.0 39 mg/kg 25 to 50 0.0
Chromium (Cr):26 -mg/kg 16 to 25 0.0
Cobalt (Co)4.8 -mg/kg 9.5 to 16 0.0
Copper (Cu):51 1500 mg/kg 6.3 to 9.5 2.1
Iron (Fe):12000 -mg/kg 4.0 to 6.3 9.8
Lead (Pb):24 300 mg/kg 2.0 to 4.0 27.9
Manganese (Mn):240 -mg/kg < 2.0 60.2
Mercury (Hg):< 1.0 17 mg/kg **Greater than 4mm in size (Sharps greater than 2mm)
Molybdenum (Mo):1.5 75 mg/kg
Nickel (Ni):32 420 mg/kg Analyst: Assaf Sadeh
Selenium (Se):< 1.0 100 mg/kg
Zinc (Zn):120 2800 mg/kg
*Sample was received and handled in accordance with TMECC procedures.
November 20, 2024
Total < 0.5
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Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
1.6 mg CO2-C/
g OM/day
Is Your Compost Mature?
NA Ratio
Ammonia N ppm
38 mg/kg
dry wt.
Nitrate N ppm
17 mg/kg
dry wt.
Cucumber Emergence
93.3 percent
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 MPN/g dry wt.
Salmonella Bulk Density :
Less than 3 /4g dry wt.
Metals US EPA 503
Pass dry wt.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.7 Percent
dry wt.
AgIndex (Nutrients / Sodium and Chloride Salts)((N+P2O5+K2O) / (Na + Cl))
6.354858934 Ratio
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)Estimated release for first season
2 lbs/ton
wet wt.
C/N Ratio
16 Ratio
Soluble Available Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw)
4.1 mmhos/cm
dry wt.
Lime Content (CaCO3)
61 Lbs/ton
dry wt.
What are the physical properties of your compost?
Percent Ash
42.6 Percent +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
dry wt.
Sieve Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
2.1 Percent
dry wt.
AmmoniaN/NitrateN ratio
Ratio does not apply due to low concentrations of both Ammonia N and Nitrate N.
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< Stable >|<Moderately Unstable>|< Unstable >|< High For Mulch
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
< Safe >|< High Fecal Coliform
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
++++
VeryMature>|< Mature >|< Immature
+++++++++++++
< Immature >|< Mature
+++++++
<Safe (none detected) >|< High Salmonella Count(> 3 per 4 grams)
+++++++++
<All Metals Pass >|< One or more Metals Fail
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
<Low >|< Average >|< High Nutrient Content
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Na & Cl >|< Nutrient and Sodium and Chloride Provider >|< Nutrient Provider
< Low >|< Average >|< High Lime Content (as CaCO3)
< High Organic Matter >|< Average >|< High Ash Content
++++++++++++++++
All Uses >|< Size May Restrict Uses for Potting mix and Golf Courses
Low Nitrogen Provider>|< Average Nitrogen Provider >|<High Nitrogen Provider
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< Nitrogen Release >|< N-Neutral >|< N-Demand>|< High Nitrogen Demand
+++++++++++++++++++++
SloRelease>|< Average Nutrient Release Rate >|<High Available Nutrients
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Is Your Compost Stable?
Respiration Rate
1.6 Low: Good for all uses mg CO2-C/g OM/day
The respiration rate is a measurement of the biodegradation rate of the organic matter in the sample (as received).
The respiration rate is determined by measuring the rate at which CO2 is released under optimized moisture and
temperature conditions.
Is Your Compost Mature?
AmmoniaN:NitrateN ratio Composting to stabilize carbon can occur at such a rapid rate that sometimes phytotoxins remain in
NA NA*the compost and must be neutralized before using in high concentrations or in high-end uses. This
Ammonia N ppm step is called curing. Typically ammonia is in excess with the break-down of organic materials resulting
38 very mature in an increase in pH. This combination results in a loss of volatile ammonia (it smells). Once this toxic
Nitrate N ppm ammonia has been reduced and the pH drops, the microbes convert the ammonia to nitrates. A low
17 immature ammonia + high nitrate score is indicative of a mature compost, however there are many exceptions.
For example, a compost with a low pH (<7) will retain ammonia, while a compost with high lime content
can lose ammonia before the organic fraction becomes stable. Composts must first be stable before
curing indicators apply.
*Ratio does not apply due to low concentrations of both Ammonia N and Nitrate N.
Cucumber Bioassay
93.3 Percent Cucumbers are chosen for this test because they are salt tolerant and very sensitive to ammonia
and organic acid toxicity. Therefore, we can germinate seeds in high concentrations of compost to
measure phytotoxic effects without soluble salts being the limiting factor. Values above 80% for both percent emergence and
vigor are indicative of a well-cured compost. Exceptions include very high salts that affect the cucumbers, excessive concentrations
of nitrates and other nutrients that will be in range when formulated to make a growing media.
Is Your Compost Safe Regarding Health?
Fecal Coliform
< 1000 / g dry wt.Fecal coliforms can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions and is common in all initial
compost piles. Most human pathogens occur from fecal matter and all fecal matter is loaded in fecal coliforms. Therefore fecal
coliforms are used as an indicator to determine if the chosen method for pathogen reduction (heat for compost) has met the
requirements of sufficient temperature, time and mixing. If the fecal coliforms are reduced to below 1000 per gram dry wt. it is
assumed all others pathogens are eliminated. Potential problems are that fecal coliform can regrow during the curing phase or
during shipping. This is because the conditions are now more favorable for growth than during the composting process.
Salmonella Bacteria
Less than 3 3 / 4g dry wt.Salmonella is not only another indicator organism but also a toxic microbe. It has been used in the
case of biosolids industry to determine adequate pathogen reduction.
Metals
Pass The ten heavy metals listed in the EPA 503 regulations are chosen to determine if compost
can be applied to ag land and handled without toxic effects. Most high concentrations of heavy metals are derived from
woodwaste feedstock such as chrome-arsenic treated or lead painted demolition wood. Biosolids are rarely a problem.
Does Your Compost Provide Nutrients or Organic Matter?
Nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O)
3.7 Average nutrient content
This value is the sum of the primary nutrients Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium. Reported units are consistent with those
found on fertilizer formulations. A sum greater than 5 is indicative of a compost with high nutrient content, and best used to supply
nutrients to a receiving soil. A sum below 2 indicates low nutrient content, and is best-used to improve soil structure via the
addition of organic matter. Most compost falls between 2 and 5.
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AgIndex (Nutrients/Na+Cl)
6 Average nutrient ratio Composts with low AgIndex values have high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride
compared to nutrients. Repeated use of a compost with a low AgIndex (< 2) may result in sodium and/or chloride
acting as the limiting factor compared to nutrients, governing application rates. These composts may be used on well-draining
soils and/or with salt-tolerant plants. Additional nutrients form another source may be needed if the application rate is limited by
sodium or chloride. If the AgIndex is above 10, nutrients optimal for plant growth will be available without concern of sodium and/or
chloride toxicity. Composts with an AgIndex of above 10 are good for increasing nutrient levels for all soils. Most composts score
between 2 and 10. Concentrations of nutrients, sodium, and chloride in the receiving soil should be considered when determining
compost application rates. The AgIndex is a product of feedstock quality. Feedstock from dairy manure, marine waste, industrial
wastes, and halophytic plants are likely to produce a finished compost with a low AgIndex.
Plant Available Nitrogen (lbs/ton)
2 Low N Provider Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) is calculated by estimating the release rate of Nitrogen from
the organic fraction of the compost. This estimate is based on the respiration rate, ammonia, and nitrate values. Despite the PAN
value of the compost, additional sources of Nitrogen may be needed during the growing season to offset the Nitrogen demand
of the microbes present in the compost. With ample nutrients these microbes can further breakdown organic matter in the
compost and release bound Nitrogen. Nitrogen demand based on a high C/N ratio is not considered in the PAN calculation
because additional Nitrogen should always be supplemented to the receiving soil when composts with a high C/N ratio are applied.
C/N Ratio
16 Indicates immaturity As a guiding principal, a C/N ratio below 14 indicates maturity and above 14 indicates
immaturity, however, there are many exceptions. Large woodchips (>6.3mm), bark, and redwood are slow to breakdown and
therefore can result in a relatively stable product while the C/N ratio value is high. Additionally, some composts with chicken manure
and/or green grass feedstocks can start with a C/N ratio below 15 and are very unstable. A C/N ratio below 10 supplies Nitrogen,
while a ratio above 20 can deplete Nitrogen from the soil. The rate at which Nitrogen will be released or used by the microbes is
indicated by the respiration rate. If the respiration rate is too high the transfer of Nitrogen will not be controlable.
Soluble Nutrients & Salts (EC5 w/w dw - mmhos/cm)
4.1 Average salts This value refers to all soluble ions including nutrients, sodium, chloride and some
soluble organic compounds. The concentration of salts will change due to the release of salts from the organic matter as it degrades,
volatilization of ammonia, decomposition of soluble organics, and conversion of molecular structure. High salts + high AgIndex is
indicative of a compost high in readily available nutrients. The application rate of these composts should be limited by the optimum
nutrient value based on soil analysis of the receiving soil. High Salts + low AgIndex is indicative of a compost low in nutrients with
high concentrations of sodium and/or chloride. Limit the application rate according to the toxicity level of thesodium and/or chloride.
Low salts indicates that the compost can be applied without risking salt toxicity, is likely a good source of organic matter, and that
nutrients will release slowly over time.
Lime Content (lbs. per ton)
61 High lime content Compost high in lime or carbonates are often those produced from chicken manure (layers),
ash materials, and lime products. These are excellent products to use on a receiving soil where lime has been recommended by
soil analysis to raise the pH. Composts with a high lime content should be closely considered for pH requirements when formulating
potting mixes.
Physical Properties
Percent Ash
42.6 Average ash content Ash is the non-organic fraction of a compost. Most composts contain approximately 50%
ash (dry weight basis). Compost can be high in ash content for many reasons including: excess minerilzation(old compost),
contamination with soil base material during turning, poor quality feedstock, and soil or mineral products added. Finding the source
and reducing high ash content is often the fastest means to increasing nutrient quality of a compost.
Particle Size % > 6.3 MM (0.25")
2.1 May restrict use Large particles may restrict use for potting soils, golf course topdressings, seed-starter
mixes, and where a fine size distribution is required. Composts with large particles can still be used as excellent additions to field
soils, shrub mixes and mulches.
Appendix:
Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) calculations:Estimated available nutrients for use when calculating application rates
PAN = (X * (organic N)) + ((NH4-N) + (NO3-N))lbs/ton (As Rcvd.)
X value =If RR < 2 then X = 0.1
If RR =2.1 to 5 then X = 0.2 Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)2.1
If RR =5.1 to 10 then X = 0.3 Ammonia (NH4-N)0.04
If RR > 10 then X = 0.4 Nitrate (NO3-N)0.02
Note: If C/N ratio > 15 additional N should be applied.Available Phosphorus (P2O5*0.64)4.9
RR = Respiration rate Available Potassium (K2O)14.0
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COMPOST PROCUREMENT & DIRECT SERVICE PROVIDER AGREEMENT
This agreement is made by and between Rochelle Beerli (“Provider”) and Zero Foodprint
(“ZFP”), who agree as follows:
1. Purpose. Provider wishes to acquire recovered organic waste product for use at Potager
Farms in the form of finished compost (“Compost”) on behalf of ZFP’s client agencies
(“Agencies”) to assist the Agencies in complying with the requirements of regulations
implementing Senate Bill 1383, California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 18993.1
through 18993.4 (the “SB 1383 Regulations”), in exchange for reimbursement of some
of Provider’s costs to acquire the Compost. Provider thus intends to and agrees to be a
“Direct Service Provider” as defined by the SB 1383 Regulations, section 18982(17) to
the Agency/ies specified in Section 2.c, below.
2. Compost Grant Program
a. This Compost Grant Program is subject to ZFP obtaining funding for the program.
Signing this agreement does not guarantee that Provider will receive funding for
Compost. ZFP may suspend the program at any time, for any reason, including
but not limited to lack of or change in funding or change in the SB 1383
Regulations or the interpretation thereof.
b. Provider acknowledges that only Compost products that (i) meet the definition
of compost in California Code of Regulations, title 14, sections 17896.2(a)(4) and
18993.1(f)(1), and (ii) are obtained from a vendor listed on ZFP’s list of Approved
Vendors of Compost (see section 2.e.ii, below) are eligible for reimbursement.
c. Provider agrees that the Agencies listed in Exhibit A may claim credit for
Provider’s use of the Compost.
d. Provider agrees that it will not allocate Compost funded pursuant to this
Agreement to any other organization or jurisdiction for the purpose of satisfying
SB 1383 compost procurement requirements.
e. Provider agrees that compost purchased from an Approved Vendor shall not be
funded or reimbursed by more than one Zero Foodprint Grant Program,
including Compost Connector.
f. To receive a grant payment for purchased Compost, Provider must comply with
the following steps:
i. Receive an award notification from ZFP detailing the grant award amount
and funding limit.
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ii. ZFP will maintain a list of Approved Vendors of Compost, which is
available at https://www.zerofoodprint.org/compost. Only Compost
purchased from Approved Vendors is eligible for funding.
iii. Submit a Grant Payment Request form with the following documentation
within 30 days of compost purchase and no later than December 27,
2024:
1. Invoice(s) for Compost that includes the name and address of
Approved Vendor, Compost product name, and amount of
Compost product purchased (by weight or volume). The name on
the invoice must match the name of the party signing this
Agreement or the name of the farm identified in Section 1.
2. Brief description of how Compost was used.
3. Identification of location where Compost was used.
4. A Technical Data Sheet from Vendor
5. A W9 form
6. 2 photos of Compost delivery and/or spreading
3. ZFP Obligations
a. Upon receipt from Provider of the documentation described in Section 2.e.iii,
ZFP will review the payment request and uploaded documentation. Upon
review, satisfactory and complete payment requests will be approved. Payment
will be made via paper check or ACH payment.
4. General Provisions
a. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date last signed below and
end on 12/31/2025.
b. Public Records. This Agreement and documentation submitted to ZFP pursuant
to this Agreement may be provided to Agencies contracting with ZFP, and
thereafter may become public records subject to disclosure under the California
Public Records Act, Cal. Gov. Code sec. 7290.000, et seq.
c. Assumption of Risk/Release of Liability. By signing this Agreement, Provider
promises not to sue or otherwise make a claim against ZFP or the Agencies
(including ZFP’s and the Agencies’ employees, officers, agents, volunteers,
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subcontractors, successors, and assigns) for any injury, property damage, or
other harm related to Provider’s participation in the Compost reimbursement
program, including purchase and use of the Compost, and transportation of the
Compost to the location where Provider uses it.
Provider expressly agrees that this assumption and release is intended to be as
broad and inclusive as permitted by California law. Provider acknowledges that it
has read the foregoing and is aware of the legal consequences of this Agreement
including that it prevents it from suing ZFP and the Agencies for any injury or
property damage suffered due to participation in the Compost reimbursement
program.
d. Termination. Either Provider or ZFP may cancel this Agreement at any time and
without cause upon five (5) days’ written notice. In the event of termination,
Provider shall be entitled to reimbursement for all Compost awarded and
purchased pursuant to Section 2.d prior to the effective date of termination,
provided Provider provides ZFP with the documentation required by Section
2.e.iii.
e. Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed
by all the parties.
f. Dispute Resolution. The parties shall make a good faith effort to meet and to
settle any dispute or claim arising under this Agreement prior to pursuing
litigation. If any litigation is commenced between parties to this Agreement
concerning any provision hereof or the rights and duties of any person in relation
thereto, each party shall bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs.
g. Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
h. Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under
this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested
exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of San Francisco or in
the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
i. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision,
including but not limited to any clause, term, section, or subsection, of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement
not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in
part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any
other provision of this Agreement.
j. No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of
this Agreement does not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any other
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breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement. No waiver or
modification is valid unless made in writing.
k. Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement and all surviving
covenants shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors,
heirs, and assigns of the parties.
l. Integration. This Agreement, including attached Exhibits, represents the entire
and integrated agreement between ZFP and Provider and supersedes all prior
negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.
AGREED:
\s1\
______________________________
Signature
\d1\
_______________________
Date
Rochelle Beerli
Potager Farms
7210 San Felipe Road
Hollister, ca 95023
rochelle.beerli@gmail.com
(831) 240-4319
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Exhibit A
Provider agrees that the following Agencies may claim credit for Provider’s use of the Compost
● City and County of San Francisco,
San Francisco Department of the
Environment
● City of Cupertino
● City of Martinez
● City of Rancho Cordova
● City of Sunnyvale
● City of Fremont
● City of Vallejo
● City of Corona
● City of Citrus Heights
● City of West Sacramento
● City of Mountain View
● City of San Jose
● City of Beverly Hills
● City of Moreno Valley
● City of Anaheim
● City of Garden Grove
● City of Santee
● City of Fullerton
● City of Placentia
● City of Mission Viejo
● City of San Diego
● City of Dixon
● City of Lake Forest
● City of Belmont
● City of Jurupa Valley
● City of San Bernardino
● City of Eastvale
● City of Campbell
● City of Gilroy
● City of Los Altos
● City of Los Altos Hills
● City of Los Gatos
● City of Milpitas
● City of Monte Sereno
● City of Morgan Hill
● City of Palo Alto
● City of Santa Clara
● City of Diamond Bar
● City of Oakland
● City of Coronado
● City of San Marino
● City of Burbank
● City of Long Beach
● City of Lakewood
● City of Irvine
● City of Fresno
● City of Hermosa Beach
● City of Rio Dell
● City of Madera
● Suisun City
● Town of Truckee
● Sutter/Yuba RWMA
● Zero Waste Sonoma
● Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority
● Unincorporated Contra Costa
County
● Unincorporated Nevada County
● Unincorporated Santa Clara County
● Unincorporated Los Angeles County
● Unincorporated San Diego County
● Unincorporated Riverside County
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