I am able to get some horse manure (as much as I want) and the stable owners say they use 2,4-D before harvesting the
hay and feeding it to the horses.
The piles are well composted and we have a hot and humid environment.
I did a bean test last year and the beans did great in a mix of manure and store bought potting mix. The beans did not grow at all in the straight potting mix.
I am wondering if the resulting 2,4-D is so well broken down that it is no longer measurable since the piles are at least a year old.
I will also mix some with
wood chips and hot
compost for next year.
Should I be concerned about using this manure to top dress my vegetables and
fruit trees?
Thanks
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