Antigua's expanding regenerative agriculture and cannabis cultivation sector has taken another step forward with the release of independent laboratory analysis confirming the nutrient profile and safety characteristics of SwissX Island’s proprietary carbonized supercompost soil amendment.
Developed in Antigua using locally recovered organic waste streams and long-cycle fermentation methods, the material was tested by the Department of Analytical Services in Antigua. SwissX Island states that the amendment is produced using:
- Recovered sargassum biomass collected from coastal accumulations near Jumby Bay,
- Coconut and neem organics,
- Rescued farm animal manure,
- Naturally occurring microbial cultures,
- And fermentation agents including white vinegar and molasses-based sugar compounds.
The composting process reportedly takes place over approximately six months inside covered bio-reactor fermentation systems operated by SwissX. After fermentation, portions are processed through a proprietary biochar pyrolysis oven known as “Gloria” to create a 38% fixed-carbon supercompost that retains water and supports soil stabilization. The analysis showed a nearly neutral pH and high potassium content, making it ideal for flowering crops and drought resilience.
SwissX aims to create a locally sourced Caribbean soil platform that improves degraded soils while reducing fertilizer dependence and retaining water. The compost has been used experimentally within Antigua’s cannabis ecosystem and by community farming initiatives. Retail availability of the BioChar Active SuperCompost Blend is set at EC$75 for a 10 lb bag, aiming to support home growers and small-scale cannabis cultivators.
Additional testing is planned, including analyses on carbon stability and heavy metals, further enhancing its appeal in sustainable farming markets.
Developed in Antigua using locally recovered organic waste streams and long-cycle fermentation methods, the material was tested by the Department of Analytical Services in Antigua. SwissX Island states that the amendment is produced using:
- Recovered sargassum biomass collected from coastal accumulations near Jumby Bay,
- Coconut and neem organics,
- Rescued farm animal manure,
- Naturally occurring microbial cultures,
- And fermentation agents including white vinegar and molasses-based sugar compounds.
The composting process reportedly takes place over approximately six months inside covered bio-reactor fermentation systems operated by SwissX. After fermentation, portions are processed through a proprietary biochar pyrolysis oven known as “Gloria” to create a 38% fixed-carbon supercompost that retains water and supports soil stabilization. The analysis showed a nearly neutral pH and high potassium content, making it ideal for flowering crops and drought resilience.
SwissX aims to create a locally sourced Caribbean soil platform that improves degraded soils while reducing fertilizer dependence and retaining water. The compost has been used experimentally within Antigua’s cannabis ecosystem and by community farming initiatives. Retail availability of the BioChar Active SuperCompost Blend is set at EC$75 for a 10 lb bag, aiming to support home growers and small-scale cannabis cultivators.
Additional testing is planned, including analyses on carbon stability and heavy metals, further enhancing its appeal in sustainable farming markets.
