Question

Mention the long term benifit of using manure in crop production.

Answer 1

For centuries, animal manure has been recognized as a soil “builder” because of its contributions to improving soil quality. Environmental benefits are possible from manure application if manure and manure nutrientsare applied and timing and placement follows best management practices. When compared to more conventional fertilizer, manure properly applied to land has the potential to provide environmental benefits including:

1) Increased soil carbon and reduced atmospheric carbon levels
2) Reduced soil erosion and runoff
3)Reduced nitrate leaching
4) Reduced energy demands for natural gas-intensive nitrogen(N) fertilizers