Why Farmers Use Chicken Manure on Pastures

Q: Farmers in my county put chicken manure on pastures. Why? It smells!

A: Farmers use chicken litter instead of buying commercial fertilizer. It's a good nutrient source when managed properly. If the smell is a nuisance, contact county commissioners to review regulations. Farmers want to save money but don't want to be bad neighbors. There are ways to mitigate odors. See detailed poultry litter management publications at bit.ly/poultryodor.