Question

what are manures?Discuss its types

Answer 1

Manure is natural organic matter which is composed of dead and decaying farm and animal wastes. It is an important source of nutrient content for the soil, plants. Also it serves to improve the soil texture and water holding capacity.

Different types of manure are as follows:

Animal manure

Normally made up of faecal matter of animals. May be contaminated with other animal wastes.

Compost

Plant waste which has undergone sufficient decomposition

Green manure

Ploughing of plants into the soil to make the nutrient content of soil better