Stall Waste:What a Resource!

Overview Manure management Composting basics

A molehill is easy . . .

. . . but a mountain may not be.

Bedding Reduction Stall mats Frequent picking Shredded paper,

sawdust pellets

Be a filer, not a piler

Composting Basics Right spot Air Water Balance carbon and nitrogen Range of material sizes

Choose the right spot

Air Controls bacterial

activity Removes heat Can relieve odor

problems

Water

Key compost ingredient

Not enough? Or too much?

Materials Mix Promotes air flow. Reduces need for

turning.

Carbon and Nitrogen Carbon: carbohydrates Nitrogen: proteins Good balance promotes efficient

composting.

Not all carbons are created equal.

Basic Compost Recipe 4 parts brown stuff (carbon) 1 part green stuff (nitrogen) Water Air

Apply compost to actively growing pastures.

Most Important Point Keep your compost pile covered to control

water and nutrients.

Linda J. Brewer

Oregon State University

Extension Small Farms Work Group

Corvallis Oregon

541-737-1408

linda.brewer@oregonstate.edu