ForageFax: Poultry litter as an alternative fertilizer

Poultry litter has become a common alternative source of plant nutrients in Central and East Texas, especially as the poultry industry grows in those areas. Broiler litter is a mixture of poultry manure, bedding, feathers, and spilled feed. The actual nutrient content of a manure sample varies. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Department of Soil & Crop Sciences’ Forage Fax news discusses poultry litter and how it can be a useful alternative to traditional fertilization methods. Read more…