Organic Goat Manure & Fertiliser
Turn goat droppings into a nitrogen-rich organic fertiliser and a real second income — nutrient value, safe composting, and how to sell it.
Every goat produces a steady stream of nutrient-rich droppings that many farmers treat as waste. Composted and bagged, goat manure is a genuine second income — a natural, slow-release fertiliser prized by nurseries, kitchen gardeners and organic growers. This guide covers its value, how to compost it, and how to sell it.
Why goat manure is valued
- Naturally rich in nitrogen and potassium — generally higher than cow or horse manure.
- Comes as dry, near-odourless pellets that are easy to collect, store and bag.
- Releases nutrients gradually and improves soil structure, moisture-holding and microbial life.
- Ideal for organic and horticulture buyers.
Typical nutrient content
| Form | N | P | K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh droppings (approx.) | ~1.3% | ~0.5% | ~1.5% |
| Well-composted (approx.) | ~2.2% | ~1.2% | ~3.5% |
Compost or age it before use
Do not put fresh manure straight onto crops. Fresh droppings can carry pathogens, parasites and weed seeds, and actively decomposing manure gives off heat and ammonia that can scorch roots and temporarily rob the soil of nitrogen.
- Compost or age it — commonly a few months, up to about six.
- Hot composting (around 55–70°C) kills pathogens and weed seeds.
- Keep the heap moist and turn it to compost evenly.
- Vermicomposting goat dung produces an even higher-value product.
How much, and how to sell it
An adult goat produces on the order of half a tonne to a tonne of manure a year (depending on size, feed and how much you actually collect). Sell it as raw dung, sun-dried, composted, or bagged and pelleted. Small retail bags fetch far more per kilo than bulk, and organic farms, nurseries and online buyers are a reliable market.
Key takeaways
- Goat manure is a nitrogen- and potassium-rich, easy-to-handle natural fertiliser.
- Always compost or age it before applying — fresh manure can burn crops and carry pathogens.
- One goat yields roughly half a tonne to a tonne of manure a year.
- Composted, bagged and branded manure is a solid second income stream.