Skip to main content

Swine Manure and Soil Health

Updated March 31, 2026
Professional portrait of Sushant Mehan

Sushant Mehan

Assistant Professor and SDSU Extension Water Resource Engineer Specialist

Content written collaboratively by Azar Movaghatian, Sushant Mehan, John McMaine, Pavan Kulkarni, Anthony Bly, Robert Thaler, Sara Bauder, John Maursetter and Peter Sexton.

Swine manure is more than a waste product. When managed correctly, it is a valuable nutrient source that can improve crop yields, build soil health, and reduce fertilizer costs. This series covers research-based practices to help producers, consultants, and conservation professionals make practical decisions that protect both productivity and stewardship.