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verndoc50 · 08-30-2013, 04:57 PM

Fresh and slimy chicken manure is a really bad idea. Not only is it smelly and draws flies, it is too rich in nitrogen and generally it is recommended to compost it first. This takes a little time but can easily be done by mixing with wood shavings, grass clippings, kitchen waste, etc, either in a composter or open mound. I've seen mention of "burning" plants with fresh manure, but I think it has to do with oversupplying nutrients rather than actually being warm. After composting it is a great source of N-P-K. You'll want to supplement the K though.

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verndoc50 Location: Florida Zone: 10b Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 115 BananaBucks : 9,130 Feedback: 0 / 0% Said "Thanks" 77 Times Was Thanked 109 Times in 58 Posts Said "Welcome to Bananas" 123 Times	Re: I have an interesting idea. Is it a good idea? Fresh and slimy chicken manure is a really bad idea. Not only is it smelly and draws flies, it is too rich in nitrogen and generally it is recommended to compost it first. This takes a little time but can easily be done by mixing with wood shavings, grass clippings, kitchen waste, etc, either in a composter or open mound. I've seen mention of "burning" plants with fresh manure, but I think it has to do with oversupplying nutrients rather than actually being warm. After composting it is a great source of N-P-K. You'll want to supplement the K though.