How to Make Manure Tea

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Fill a 5-gallon (18.9 l) bucket with the desired amount of water.

   You should use 5 parts water to 1 part manure. ,,,, The manure tea should reach a deep, golden brown color. ,,, The manure tea can be applied in a variety of ways.
   
   Place it in a spray bottle for easy misting, or in a watering can for better saturation.
   
   A hose-end sprayer can be utilized for larger areas.
   
   Manure tea can also be poured directly onto a compost pile to speed decomposition.
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   Step 2: Shovel your manure into a large burlap sack or pillowcase.

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   Step 3: Tie a knot in the sack to secure it.

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   Step 4: Place the sack into the water.

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   Step 5: Cover the bucket with a towel to keep flies away.

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   Step 6: Allow the sack to steep in the water for several days.

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   Step 7: Remove the sack from the water after its been fully steeped and allow it to hang over the bucket until it no longer drips.

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   Step 8: Dilute with clean water.

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   Step 9: Apply to your plants and watch them grow beautiful and healthy.

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