That are just as efficient for growing plants

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    “Night soil” (human poop) fertilizer has a way higher risk of disease to humans than manure (animal poop) because it’s rare for pathogens to infect multiple species. Some pathogens do cross species lines - avoiding nightsoil on human food crops is not a standalone protection - but it’s an important way to significantly reduce risk.

    Septic tank discharge fields are great places for flower gardens. No veggies.

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      Septic tank discharge fields are great places for flower gardens. No veggies.

      And only salt-tolerant flowers at that. Septic field tend to build up in salinity over time due to our diets

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      But if you fully compost ( with temperature monitoring and like good com.post management) then composting will sterilize the soil.