Livestock Manure Soil Science 
Modern Farmer
MAY 23, 2024
Lessons From Mushers and Others Composting is the controlled breakdown of organic matter into humus, a rich soil amendment many prefer over chemical fertilizers. Farmers and gardeners often use livestock manure from poultry, cattle or horses. As snow melted, piles of manure reappeared and infiltrated waterways.
RR2CS
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
They have a very advanced group of people working on soil science,” he says. Harold points out how Rockey’s work demonstrates that water filtration serves as a good measuring stick for determining soil health. The Perry’s also source manure from neighbouring feedlots to compost and mix into the soil.
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