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Organic Fertilizer Nutrient Values: Chicken Manure and More

Dr. Wayne McLaurin compiled a handy reference listing nutrient analyses for common and uncommon organic fertilizers, including chicken manure. Use it to calculate application rates for your organic garden.

See also: "Converting Inorganic Fertilizer Recommendations to Organic."

About Gardening: Organic Fertilizer for Washington Navel Orange in Oregon; Key Considerations for Starting Your Organic Garden: Benefits and Basics; Growing Organic Roses: Natural Methods for Healthy Blooms; Organic Nutrients for Hydroponic and Container Indoor Food Growing; Organic Hydroponic Nutrients: Clean Food, Total Control; Garden Fertilizers Demystified: N-P-K Ratios, Timing & Organic Options; Top Organic Gardening Tips for a Thriving Garden; Organic Hydroponic Nutrients: Growing Clean Without Soil; Go Organic in Your Garden: Fertilizer Research, DIY Compost & Vermiculture; Organic and Heirloom Vegetable Seeds: What to Look For

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