A: No, it does not need to be put only on top of the soil, and it will not create harmful ammonia gas if you mix it into the soil. In fact, incorporating Coop Gro Organic Chicken Litter Fertilizer into the ground is highly recommended because covering it prevents the natural nitrogen from evaporating into the air as ammonia gas. Because this product is fully composted, dehydrated, and pelletized, the harsh ammonia found in raw manure has already been broken down, making it perfectly safe for your soil and plant roots.

A: Howdy neighbor! You will need to wait at least 21 days before letting livestock graze on pasture treated with this chicken litter fertilizer. It is critical that the pellets receive heavy rain or irrigation to dissolve fully into the soil so your animals do not accidentally ingest them. This three-week window ensures the grass has safely regrown and all harmful pathogen risks are gone.