Why farmers are spreading crushed glass on their crops
Australian farmers are spreading pulverised recycled glass on crops to boost productivity, with some reporting up to 30 percent improvement in plant growth. The silicon-rich product, produced at a Brisbane factory grinding waste bottles from recyclers, unlocks soil nutrients and reduces fertiliser needs. The practice benefits both farm yields and the environment by repurposing discarded glass.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 05:55 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 06:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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