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Question
What are different manures and how do they affect the soil?
Short Answer
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Solution
There are three types of manure:
- Farmyard manure (FYM),
- Compost,
- Green manure.
Manure enriches the soil with nutrients and adds organic matter (humus) to the soil. Humus improves the soil texture for better water retention and soil aeration.
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Chapter 3: Improvements In Food Resources - Short Answer Type Questions [Page 153]
