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Adding manure to soil can affect / effect how many nutrients are in the soil.

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manure contributes to reducing soil bulk density and compaction, as well as increasing soil aggregate stability, water infiltration and retention.

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As the soil absorbs manure, nutrients are released. Adding manure to compacted soil helps loosen the soil. Manure produces increased soil carbon, which is an important source of energy that makes nutrients available to plants. Other benefits of manure include reduced runoff and leaching of nitrates in the soil

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