Manure Nutrient Value Calculator

Manure is a fertilizer, not just a waste product

Calculating manure's nutrient value against equivalent commercial fertilizer prices reframes manure application as a genuine input with real economic value, helping justify hauling and application costs while supporting better nutrient management planning.

Worked example

For 20 tons of manure containing 10 lb of nutrient per ton, valued at $0.60 per lb of equivalent fertilizer nutrient:

Total Nutrient = 20 x 10 = 200 lb

Value = 200 x 0.60 = 120.0 nutrient value (200.0 lb nutrient)

Manure nutrient content varies significantly by animal species, bedding type, and storage/handling method - a manure test is the only way to get an accurate nutrient content figure for your specific situation rather than relying on generic published averages.