04/03/2025
Guide to Using Animal Manure for Farming
Manure is a great way to improve soil fertility and boost crop yields. Below is a simple guide on how to use different types of manure effectively.
1️⃣ Goat Manure
✔ Benefits: Rich in nitrogen, dries quickly, does not burn plants easily.
✔ Best Use: Compost for 2–3 months before use. Apply 1 handful per 2 plants and mix with soil. Ideal for maize, vegetables, and fruit trees.
2️⃣ Cow Manure
✔ Benefits: Improves soil structure and retains moisture well.
✔ Best Use: Compost for 3–6 months before applying. Use a handful per planting hole or spread in rows before planting maize and vegetables.
3️⃣ Pig Manure
✔ Benefits: High in nitrogen and phosphorus, great for leafy crops and maize.
✔ Best Use: Compost for 3–6 months to reduce ammonia. Apply 1–2 handfuls per 2 maize plants and mix well with soil. Supplement with Maize iC or foliar feeds.
4️⃣ Poultry Manure
✔ Benefits: Very high in nitrogen and phosphorus, fast-acting.
✔ Best Use: Dry and compost for 2–3 months. Use sparingly – a handful per plant or mix with soil before planting maize and vegetables.
✅ Key Tips for All Manures:
Always compost before use to prevent burning crops.
Mix with soil properly to avoid nutrient loss.
Supplement with fertilizers like Maize iC if needed.
Avoid fresh manure as it may contain harmful bacteria or too much ammonia.
🐄🐐🐖🐓 Using manure correctly leads to healthier soils and higher crop yields!
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