Plant-Based Organic Nitrogen

Best Organic Soybean Meal Fertilizer (7-1-2): Plant-Based Slow-Release Nitrogen for Vegan & Organic Gardens Buy on Old Cobblers Farm

Updated April 2026 By the Old Cobblers Farm Team

Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Organics Soy Bean Meal

by Wicked Organics — Littleton, NH

7-1-2
N-P-K Ratio
"The premier plant-based organic nitrogen source. 7% N from soybean protein releases over 3–6 weeks — faster than feather meal, gentler than blood meal, and 100% vegan-friendly for growers who want animal-free organic nutrition."
7%
Nitrogen
3–6 wk
Release Window
200 ft²
Max Coverage / bag
4 Sizes
5, 10, 15, 20 lbs
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100% Plant-Based Nitrogen

Soybean meal is the highest-nitrogen plant-based organic amendment available. 7% N from vegetable protein — no animal products, no animal byproducts.

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3–6 Week Moderate Release

Releases faster than feather meal (4–8 weeks) but slower than blood meal (1–2 weeks). The Goldilocks release rate for most garden applications.

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Feeds Soil Biology

Soybean protein is a premium food source for beneficial soil microbes. Every application increases microbial diversity, improves nutrient cycling, and builds soil organic matter.

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Balanced 7-1-2 Ratio

Not just nitrogen — soybean meal also delivers 1% phosphorus and 2% potassium. A modest but meaningful contribution to complete nutrition alongside the primary N.

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100–200 sq ft Per Bag

At 2.5–5 lbs per 100 sq ft, one 5 lb bag handles a standard garden bed. Higher rates for heavy-feeding crops, lighter rates for maintenance.

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Vegan Garden Approved

The go-to nitrogen source for vegan-organic (veganic) gardening systems. 100% plant-derived nutrition with zero animal inputs.

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Organic Approved

Soybean meal is an approved organic input for NOP-compliant production. Widely used in organic farming as a nitrogen source and soil conditioner.

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NPK Ratio7-1-2
Derived FromSoybean meal (100%)
Item FormGranular meal
Release SpeedModerate slow-release (3–6 weeks)
Application Rate2.5–5 lbs / 100 sq ft (beds) | 1–2 tbsp / planting hole
MethodMix into top 3" of soil or side-dress
Frequency2–3x per season
Sizes5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb
SupportsAll vegetables, lawns, flower beds, fruit trees, heavy-feeding crops
SetupsGarden beds, raised beds, containers, lawns, field rows
What We Love
✓ Highest-nitrogen plant-based organic amendment (7% N)
✓ 100% vegan — no animal products or byproducts
✓ 3–6 week moderate release — balanced between speed and safety
✓ Feeds soil biology and builds organic matter
✓ Organic approved for NOP-compliant production
Worth Noting
— Lower N than blood meal (12%) — need more product per area
— Potential allergen consideration for soy-sensitive handlers
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Available in 5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb
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NPK 7-1-2 7-1-2002 7-1-2002 7-2-2001 7-1-2002 7-1.5-1 2-0-1 2.5-0-2.5 7-1-2002 7-1-2002 7-1-2002 6-2-2001 7-1.5-1 7-1-2002 6-2-2001 7-1.5-1 7-1-2002 8-0-1
Phosphorus 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2.0% 1.0% 1.5% 0.0% 0.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2.0% 1.5% 1.0% 2.0% 1.5% 1.0% 0.0%
Potassium 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 1.0% 2.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2.5% 2.0% 2.0% 2.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2.0% 1.0% 1.0% 2.0% 1.0%
Form Granular meal
Sizes 5 lb | 10 lb | 15 lb | 20 lb 5 lb 5 lb, 50 lb 40 lb 5 lb 50 lb 5 lb 4 lb 5 lb 50 lb 20 lb
Release Speed Moderate slow-release (3–6 weeks)
The Competition

All Natural Soybean Meal Fertilizer

by Down To Earth
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Price$12–$19 / 5 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Non-GMO Organic Soybean Meal Fertilizer

by Roots Organics
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Price$12–$15 / 3 lb; $35–$45 / 20 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Organic Soybean Meal

by KiS Organics
7-2-2001
N-P-K
Price$15–$20 / 5 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Soya Bean Meal

by Organically Done
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Price$12–$18 / 5 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Soybean Meal

by The Soil Makers
7-1.5-1
N-P-K
Price$15–$25 (varies)
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Organic Alfalfa Meal (vegan alternative)

by Down To Earth
2-0-1
N-P-K
Price$10–$14 / 4 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Organic Alfalfa Meal Fertilizer (vegan alternative)

by Greenway Biotech
2.5-0-2.5
N-P-K
Price$10–$14 / 4 lb
DTE Soybean Meal and Roots Organics both match at 7-1-2. Fewer than 7 distinct soybean meal fertilizer brands exist in retail, so two alfalfa meal products (plant-based vegan N alternatives) are included. This is a niche but growing category driven by vegan/plant-based gardening demand.

Soybean Meal

by Down To Earth
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Sizes5 lb
Price$39.99
OrganicCDFA

Soy Meal

by West Coast Hort
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Sizes5 lb, 50 lb
Price$37.00
OrganicOrganic

Innova Organic

by The Andersons
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Sizes40 lb
Price$54.88
OrganicOMRI

Soybean Meal

by CZ Grain
6-2-2001
N-P-K
Sizes5 lb
Price$22.95
OrganicNatural

Soybean Meal

by Seven Springs
7-1.5-1
N-P-K
Sizes50 lb
Price$32.90
OrganicFeed-Grade

Soybean Meal

by Apple Creek
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Sizes5 lb
Price$36.50
OrganicCDFA

Soy Bean Meal

by Walt's Organic
6-2-2001
N-P-K
Sizes4 lb
Price$24.50
OrganicOrganic

Soybean Meal

by The Soil Makers
7-1.5-1
N-P-K
Sizes5 lb
Price$28.00
OrganicNon-GMO

Organic Soybean Meal

by Payback
7-1-2002
N-P-K
Sizes50 lb
Price$89.99
OrganicOrganic

Lawn Food

by Simply Organic
8-0-1
N-P-K
Sizes20 lb
Price$45.00
OrganicNatural

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100% Plant-Based Nitrogen

Soybean meal is the highest-nitrogen plant-based organic amendment available. 7% N from vegetable protein — no animal products, no animal byproducts.

⏳

3–6 Week Moderate Release

Releases faster than feather meal (4–8 weeks) but slower than blood meal (1–2 weeks). The Goldilocks release rate for most garden applications.

🦠

Feeds Soil Biology

Soybean protein is a premium food source for beneficial soil microbes. Every application increases microbial diversity, improves nutrient cycling, and builds soil organic matter.

⚖️

Balanced 7-1-2 Ratio

Not just nitrogen — soybean meal also delivers 1% phosphorus and 2% potassium. A modest but meaningful contribution to complete nutrition alongside the primary N.

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