Chemical, physico-chemical and microbiological examination of town refuse compost and chicken manure as organic fertilizers

Some important chemical, physical and biological characteristics of town refuse compost and chicken manures were investigated. The results obtained clearly indicated that both manures contain the principal elements needed for healthy plant growth. However, chicken manure contains more inherent characteristics which render its application to soil advantageous than does town refuse compost. Thus, being entirely organic in origin, chicken manure has, not unexpectedly, a higher content of nutrients. Moreover, it has a higher degree of water-holding capacity and is also easier to handle for practical use. These, and other properties are discussed