•Also referred to as poultry manure, chicken manure is an excellent source of nutrients. Its nitrogen and phosphorus content is at least twice as high as that of other farm manures such as cow manure.
•A good soil amendment, chicken manure adds organic matter and increases the water holding capacity and beneficial biota in soil. A good fertilizer; chicken manure provides Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium to you plants (more than horse, cow or steer manure).
•Chicken manure should be mixed into the soil before planting, or it can be used as a top dressing for existing plants. With a little effort, you can turn your chickens into a valuable resource for your garden.