Livestock waste is a good soil amendment and fertilizer.
It also supplies organic matter to improve soil tilth and nutrient retention. A sound manure application plan should be based on the nutrient requirement of a specific crop, soil available nutrients, and nutrient content of the manure used. There are pitfalls to poor manure management. Over-application may cause surface and groundwater pollution. You will not reap the full benefit of manure if it is under-applied.