Livestock manure improves mahangu yields

Source: The Namibian · 2026-11-04T15:00:00.000Z · World

Namibian rangeland expert Axel Rothauge says livestock manure is a good source of nutrients for soil and can help communal farmers improve mahangu production. He welcomes the efforts of communal farmers who are preparing their mahangu fields for the rainy season by spreading animal manure to improve soil fertility. Rothauge says manure from livestock kraals contains nutrients that help crops grow. He says manure from goats and sheep is better than cattle manure and should be spread more thinly to avoid damaging crops. “But kraal manure is an excellent plant nutrient and a good way of building soil fertility.” Rothauge

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