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Top soil is the upper layer of soil available in a field, usually about the top six inches. It is made up of sand, silt, clay, and organic matter. Manure is animal solid waste, usually from livestock. It is frequently applied to the fields as a source of plant nutrients.

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How can I effectively use sheep manure as a fertilizer in my garden?

To effectively use sheep manure as a fertilizer in your garden, you should first compost the manure to reduce the risk of burning your plants. Mix the composted manure into the soil before planting or use it as a top dressing around existing plants. Make sure to water the garden well after applying the manure to help nutrients seep into the soil. Regularly monitor the soil's nutrient levels and adjust the amount of manure used accordingly.


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Clay soil can be amended without tilling by adding organic matter such as compost, mulch, or manure on top of the soil. This helps improve soil structure, drainage, and fertility over time without disturbing the soil layers.


How do you soil can be used local soil?

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If you decide to start a vegetable garden and found that the soil was mostly clay what could you do to improve the soil?

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