Written collaboratively by Azar Movaghatian, Sushant Mehand, John McMaile, Pavan Kulkami, Anthony Bly, Robert Thaler, Sara Bauder, John Maursetter and Peter Sexton.
Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farming. Soil organic carbon is one of the most important indicators of soil health. Soils with higher organic carbon tend to have better structure, infiltrate and hold more water, resist erosion, and support stronger biological activity. These benefits translate directly into improved nutrient availability, better crop resilience during dry periods, and long-term productivity. Swine manure is more than a nutrient source. It also supplies organic matter, including a readily available organic carbon fraction, that feeds soil biology and supports carbon storage.
