Sustainable manure management strategies

03-11-2022 | |
Proper use of manure as a fertiliser minimises nutrient pollution to water resources and helps build healthy soils. Photo: Mark Pasveer
Proper use of manure as a fertiliser minimises nutrient pollution to water resources and helps build healthy soils. Photo: Mark Pasveer
Sustainable management of manure has several benefits for the farmer and the general public, if handled correctly. It is a valuable resource, but it is a source that comes with many challenges and public health concerns. However, there are several strategies available to handle animal manure correctly. Livestock farming intensification provides economic benefits to rural communities; however, it has negative environmental and human health impacts mostly from ineffective manure management. Fur


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Samaneh Azarpajouh Author, veterinarian