Types of manures a. Use 20 to 30 lbs. Use 20 to 30 lbs. May improve the taste of the vegetable ii. Nutrients are released slowly iii.
Nutrients are less likely to leach from the soil iv.
Cost per unit of nutrient is more expensive than chemical fertilizers 2. Nutrients contained in these materials is released fairly quickly -Must be used close to plant b. Bone meal i. Excellent source of phosphate, calcium, and trace elements ii. Used for encouraging root growth iii. Slow release a.