Incorporating diatomite into soil serves to reduce compaction and increase water and air penetration, helping to absorb and hold water in order to reduce the amount of water used.

Additive to poultry litter mixes; absorbs poultry waste quickly (dusting agent).

Additive to seed raising mixes.

Diatomite is commonly used to eliminate bed bugs, house dust mites, cockroaches, ants and flea infestations whereby  its abrasive and absorbent properties combine to dehydrates and kill such insects.