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>They typically don't contain all the nutrients plants need
Not true. You just gotta make sure they contain micro nutrient as well
>they're more energy intensive to produce than natural fertilizers
True.
>compost or manure tea would be better
Not true. These "teas" are a complete meme and barely contain more nutrients than plain water. It takes months for compost and manure to release nutrient that plants can use. On top of that the NPK of compost and manure is quite low.

Tldr: synthetic fertilizer is good for quick fixes especially when your growing season is short, and for potted plants. For anything else use compost and/or manure

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Are artificial water soluble fertilizers like miracle gro really that bad. Thinking of getting picrel for my garden. Any opinions