1. Manure is semi-decomposed organic matter.
2. It is prepared from natural materials,like plant residues & animal residues.
3. It contains only a small quantity of mineral salts.
4. It is not nutrient specific.
5. It adds organic matter to the soil.
6. It is required in large quantity.
7. Nutrient availability is moderate and they are released slowly.
8. Manure is bulky. It is very difficult to transport to longer distances.
9. Manure cannot be stored for long duration.
10. It helps in maintaining soil texture, its hydration and aeration
11. Excess manure is not much harmful. It does not cause pollution. | 1. The fertiliser is a chemical formulation.
2. It is synthetic, being formed from chemical salts.
3. Fertilisers contain pure mineral salts or their precursors.
4. It is nutrient specific.
5. There is no addition of organic matter.
6. It is required in small quantity.
7. Fertiliser possesses readily available easily releasable plant nutrients.
8. It has smaller bulk. Fertilisers can therefore, be transported easily to long distances
9. Fertilisers can be stored for long duration.
10. It can harm soil texture and other soil characteristics.
11. Excess fertiliser is harmful for plants. It also causes pollution. |
