If you don’t process the horse manure, the problem will be obvious, bad smell, harmful germs such as parasites, air pollution, water pollution, etc. Making a proper horse manure waste management plan is vital for the whole horse farm. A recyclable management plan can crate infinite value. In fact, horse manure has the high nitrogen like other animal manures. It contains about 0.7% nitrogen, 0.3% phosphorus and 0.6% potassium. It is a good soil amendment.
How to Reduce the Moisture of the Horse Manure Before Using Horse Manure Composting Machine?
Reducing the moisture content of horse manure before using a horse manure composting machine is important because excessive moisture can slow down the composting process, create unpleasant odors, and attract flies and other pests. Here are some ways to reduce the moisture of horse manure:
Using the the solid-liquid separator
In general, the moisture of the fresh horse manure you collect is above 70%. After dewatering, the moisture about is 30%. During the fermentation part, you need to add some fermentation strain, then can improve fertilizer efficiency. Using the dehydrator can save your fermentation time.
Dry your horse manure with a dryer
Another thing to try is drying your horse manure with a dryer. After the high temperature of the dryer, harmful pests can be killed. Dried cow dung can be packaged directly into bags for sale, or sprinkled in your garden or farmland.
Use absorbent bedding material
One way to reduce the moisture content of horse manure is to use absorbent bedding material, such as wood shavings or sawdust. These materials can soak up excess moisture and help to maintain the proper moisture level in the compost pile.
Add dry, carbon-rich materials
Adding dry, carbon-rich materials, such as shredded leaves or straw, to the compost pile can help to absorb excess moisture and balance the carbon to nitrogen ratio of the pile. This can help to speed up the composting process and prevent the pile from becoming too wet.
How to Compost Horse Manure Fast?
In general, the open type fermentation need 20-25 days even several months. In the process of natural composting, it will result in a bad smell and break down slowly. For many farmers, they have so much time to wait. Composting is a good way to dispose of your horse manure, but if you turn it improperly, you might ruin the compost. So use the horse manure composting machine is a good tool to help you finish the composting.
Groove Type Composting for Horse Manure Fermentation
SX groove type compost turner is a machine that do not need person to drive, it can turn the compost automatically. The whole machine is controlled by the electric control cabinet. When composting, it moves back and forth along the track laid on the wall. You can also build multiple fermentation trenches, it can one machine for more trenches.
Fast Horse Manure Fermentation Tank Available
Is there a way to quickly compost without turning over? SX closed fermentation system can complete the fermentation without turning over. You only need add your horse manure and fermentation bacteria into the tank. When the temperature reaches 60℃, the machine can work automatically. The whole process is need 15-20 days, it depends on the outdoor temperatures. When the compost pile temperature is not rising, the composting is complete.
Horse Manure Moving Type Compost Turner for Windrow Composting
If you want to add yourself to the composting process, then this moving type compost turner that can be driven by one person is convenient. You need pile your horse manure in long trips so that you can turn it with the moving type compost turner. For small scale garden and farms , it is easy to finish the composting with this turner.
How to Choose a Horse Manure Composting Machine According to Capacity?
Commercial Horse Manure Composting Machine
For the large scale horse manure composting, SX advise you our wheel type compost turner. Using the professional horse manure composting machine, you can achieve high volume composting continuously. This machine can compost 1-1.5 meters deep and 30meters long. This horse manure composting machine can compost in a short time.
Windrow Horse Manure Composting Machine for Small or Medium Scale Composting
SX has two type windrow compost turner, the moving type compost turner and crawler type compost turner. This two horse manure composting machine are driven by one person that can finish the composting. windrow horse manure composting machine can be a valuable investment for those who need to compost large volumes of horse manure efficiently and quickly.
How to Manage Your Horse Manure Responsibly?
Managing horse manure is an important part of responsible horse ownership. Here are some steps to create a horse manure waste management plan:
Assess your manure output
Determine how much manure your horses produce on a daily basis, and how much space you have available to store and compost it. This will help you determine the appropriate storage and composting solutions for your situation.
Establish a storage area
Create a designated storage area for the manure, preferably in a location with good drainage and away from any water sources. This can be a pile or a trench, depending on the scale of your operation.
Determine a removal schedule
Develop a schedule for removing the manure from your stalls and paddocks. This can be daily, weekly, or bi-weekly, depending on the number of horses and the size of your property.
Composting
Composting horse manure is an effective way to reduce its volume and create a valuable soil amendment. Determine the appropriate composting method for your situation, whether it be a simple pile or a more sophisticated composting system. Consider factors such as space, equipment, and climate.
Stay compliant
Check with your local regulations to ensure that you are in compliance with any laws or regulations regarding horse manure management. Some areas may require specific storage or disposal methods, so it’s important to be aware of any rules that apply to your situation.
By implementing a horse manure waste management plan, you can reduce the environmental impact of horse ownership, while also creating a valuable resource for your soil and crops.