Straw Pellets

Price range: $19.00 through $25.00

The Natural Choice for Healthier Soil & Cleaner Bedding

Prairie Pelletz are made from 100% straw. When watered, they expand into a soft, fibrous mulch or bedding material that improves moisture retention, cleanliness, and comfort — naturally.

QUICK BENEFITS

  • 100% Biodegradable & Carbon Neutral
  • Helps Retain Moisture & Reduce Watering
  • Made from Wheat Straw
  • Safe for Plants & Animals
  • Alberta Grown & Sourced

Description

Gardening

  • Reduces watering frequency by retaining up to 50% more moisture
  • Improves soil aeration
  • Helps suppress weeds
Common Uses:
Garden beds, raised planters, flower pots, trees & shrubs

Gardening Application

  • Apply a 1″ layer of straw pellets around plants and water to expand.
  • This creates a crust that helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  • Pellets can be mixed into soil or potting mixes for planters, garden boxes, and flower beds.
  • Straw pellets are pH neutral and improve soil structure.
  • Slugs do not like the texture and will not cross the pellets.
  • Keep in mind pellets expand 3–4x when watered.

Agriculture & Livestock

  • Excellent absorbency
  • Reduces odours
  • Easy to clean & compost
  • Breaks down naturally
Common Uses:
Cattle, horse & poultry barns, pens

Stalls

  • Use 6 x 40 lb bags for every 72′ x 72′ space.
  • After approximately 7 uses, top up with 1 bag.
  • This keeps the stall usable for months without needing a full strip-out.
  • For complete clean-out: remove urine & manure. Material can be used in gardens, flower beds, or as mulch.

Trailers

  • Apply a 1″ Layer of straw pellets to the bed of your horse trailer
  • Captures urine before it hits floor mats.
  • Pellets stay in place and do not blow around like wood shavings.

Chicken Coops

  • Clean out the coop and add a 2″ layer of straw pellets.
  • Scoop clumped areas as needed.
  • Reuse bedding in garden or compost.
  • Replace when ammonia odour appears.

Small Animal Bedding

  • Highly absorbent
  • Helps control odour
  • Low dust for healthier air
  • Compostable after use
Common Uses:
Pet bedding, kennels, small animal enclosures

Small Animal Litter

  • Add a 1″ layer over existing litter during transition.
  • Switch fully once your pet adjusts.
  • Pellets break down over time while remaining absorbent.
  • Clean out once ammonia smell appears.
  • Used bedding can be discarded directly into gardens, lawns, or flower beds.

Perfect for gardens, farms, and animal care!

Additional information

Size

20 lb bag, 40 lb bag

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