Evaluate Manure for Composting, Soil Amendment Use, and Nutrient Planning

From Waste to Resource—Know What Your Manure is Really Worth

Before incorporating manure into composting systems or soil fertility programs, it’s essential to understand its physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. Our Comprehensive Manure Quality Analysis gives you the data you need to optimize nutrient management, monitor composting potential, and meet regulatory or agronomic goals.

Whether you're managing raw livestock manure, composting inputs, or manured bedding, this test provides a complete profile of its readiness, nutrient value, and stability.

What’s Included in This Analysis

Physical Properties

• Moisture Content
• Bulk Density
• Particle Size Distribution(5/8" and 3/8")
• Porosity

Chemical Properties

• pH
• Salinity (EC)
• Total Carbon (C)
• Total Organic Matter – via Loss on Ignition (LOI)
• C:N Ratio – Carbon-to-nitrogen balance for composting and soil application

Biological & Stability Indicators

• Solvita® CO₂ Respiration Test
• Compost Maturity / Stability Index
• Organic Matter (Humus Fraction) – Insight into long-term soil-building potential

Sample Requirements

• Minimum Sample Size: 1 gallon
• Packaging: Clean, sealed plastic container or heavy-duty bag
• Labeling: Include sample name and material type
• Turnaround Time: 5–7 business days from lab receipt

Ideal For:

• Compost producers evaluating manure as a feedstock
• Livestock operations seeking value-added reuse of manure
• Organic and regenerative farms using on-site amendments
• Soil consultants building custom fertility or amendment programs
• Sustainable land managers and resource recovery professionals

Order the Manure Quality Analysis Today

Get a full picture of your manure’s nutrient, microbial, and composting potential.
Turn waste into a soil-smart resource—with lab-proven insight.