Composting & Soil Health at Nature’s Curve Farm

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At Nature’s Curve, alpaca droppings aren’t waste — they’re black gold.

Known as alpaca “beans,” these small, dry pellets are clean, low-odor, and remarkably soil-friendly. Unlike most livestock manure, they go straight from pasture to garden without harming plants. No long aging. No chemical shock. Just pure, usable nutrients.

Why alpaca beans are unique


Alpacas are camelids, not ruminants, with a digestive system that efficiently breaks down forage. The result is manure that is:

  • Low in nitrogen salts — gentle on roots

  • pH-balanced — safe for plants

  • Slow-release — feeding the soil naturally over time

What’s inside the black gold

  • Nitrogen (N) – encourages leafy growth

  • Phosphorus (P) – strengthens roots and flowers

  • Potassium (K) – boosts plant resilience

  • Organic matter – improves soil structure and moisture retention

These qualities make alpaca beans perfect for gardens, raised beds, orchards, flowers, and greenhouses.

Composting turns organic waste into nutrient-rich soil that supports healthy plants and ecosystems

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A magnet for life

Alpaca beans draw earthworms, which aerate the soil, improve drainage, and boost microbial life. Healthy soil isn’t sterile — it’s alive. With alpaca beans, living soil thrives.

Compost or direct-to-soil

  • Sprinkle directly on garden beds

  • Mix into compost for rich humus

  • Add to worm bins for vermicomposting gold

At Nature’s Curve, growth is never forced. The soil is fed, the plants flourish, and life blooms naturally — all with a little help from our alpacas.

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