nutrient-rich organic materials obtained from wastewater treatment and used beneficially, as for fertilizer: The application of biosolids to land improves soil properties and plant productivity, and reduces dependence on inorganic fertilizers.
biosolids (bī'ō-sŏl'ĭdz) Pronunciation Key
Solid or semisolid organic material obtained from treated wastewater, often used as a fertilizer or soil amendment.