Value of pig manure 2023
Infographic outlining the current value of pig manure as a valuable fertiliser for grass and tillage crops.
The fertiliser value of pig manure at 4.3% solids is currently valued at €11.89/m3, this translates into €54 per 1000 gallons. As the solids content increases there will be a corresponding increase in the nutrient content and in the fertiliser value.
Pig Manure: A valuable fertiliser, worth €54 per 1000 gallons
1m3 pig slurry is worth €11.89 at 4.35% solids
1m3 = 220 gallons
1000 gallons = 4.54m3
4.54m3 x €11.89 = €54
1000 gallons = 1 bag 19:7:20
| N | P | K | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen | Phosphorus | Potassium | ||
| Nutrient content | kg.m3 | 4.2 | 0.8 | 2.2 |
| Nutrient availability * | % | 50 | 100 | 100 |
| Fertiliser cost per kg ** | € | 2.17 | 4.60 | 1.66 |
| Value | € | 4.45 | 3.68 | 3.65 |
For more information visit www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs