Compost bin in a garden. [courtesy] Composting is one of the most effective ways to manage livestock manure and convert the waste into a valuable soil amendment. With fertiliser prices soaring ...

such as steer manure and chicken manure, that is certified organic. It’s expensive, but a little goes a long way. Municipal or council-produced compost might be an option for a home gardener.

Ever wonder how to turn your pile of kitchen scraps into a nutrient-rich, garden-enhancing powerhouse? The secret lies in ...

(AP) - How high is too high for a pile of chicken manure? Eight feet ... needed to produce a burning pile of waste. Normal composting at 130 to 145 degrees will kill pathogens, but extra moisture ...