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Now (fall in northern hemisphere)is a good time to find diatomaceous earth cheaply

 
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Just a reminder that diatomaceous earth is used in some pool filters, and many places are clearancing pool supplies this time of year. I just got some ten pound boxes for $2 a piece.
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I think there is food grade and other options for DE.  Is the pool stuff good enough to use around (but not necessarily inside) livestock?

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