Grow Vegetables Using Organic Manures: A Cheap Source of Nutrition and Wealth

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2017

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Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization

Abstract

Indigenous vegetables give higher yields at a lower cost when grown using organic manure in combination with inorganic fertilizers. This practice increases yields and leads to consumption of health friendly foods.Provide and release plant nutrients faster, however their cost is high and may not be sustainable.Provide and release plant nutrients slowly and for a longer period. They are locally available, environmentally friendly, improve soil structure, conserve soil moisture and support beneficial micro-organisms in soil.

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Indigenous vegetables, protein, fertilizer, nutrition

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Masinde, A.A., Kwambai, T.K., & Wambani, H.N. (2017). Grow Vegetables Using Organic Manures: A Cheap Source of Nutrition and Wealth [Brochure]. Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization