What Are the Dangers of Organic Fertilizer?

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Organic fertilizer can be dangerous to humans or pets because it is most often made of manure, which contains E.coli bacteria.

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Jill Harness has written on a variety of subjects for more than 10 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including "San Diego City Beat," "Mental Floss," Rue The Day! and Neatorama. Harness has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from San Francisco State University.

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