Difference between Manure and Fertilizer
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Manures
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Fertilizer
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1. Naturally produced.
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1. Synthetically produced.
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2. Have no definite chemical formula or composition.
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2. Have definite chemical formula or composition.
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3. Nutrient content low.
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3. Nutrient content high.
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4. Supplies nutrient indirectly.
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4. Supplies nutrient directly.
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5. More than one nutrient is present.
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5. Generally one or two nutrient is present.
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6. Action is slow.
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6. Action is rapid.
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7. Improves soil condition.
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7. May deteriorate soil structure and affect soil pH.
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8. Low cost of production.
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8. High cost of production.
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9. Can be stored for long time.
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9. Cannot be stored for long time.
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10. It is generally organic in nature.
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10. It is generally inorganic in nature.
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