While not strictly mandatory, planting coffee with well-decomposed manure is highly recommended to ensure proper establishment, high yields, and strong, healthy trees. Manure improves soil structure, aids water retention, and provides vital, slow-release nutrients. It is typically applied during planting and annually, especially during the rains. 
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Key Considerations for Using Manure in Coffee Farming:
- Best Practice: Mix 1–2 buckets (approx. 10L) of well-decomposed manure with topsoil when planting.
- Why Manure: It acts as a long-term nutrient source, improves soil fertility, and helps the plant withstand drought.
- Crucial Tip: Use only well-decomposed manure; fresh, raw manure can burn the coffee roots.
- Alternatives: If manure is unavailable, organic fertilizers or compost can be used to achieve similar benefits.
- Application Method: Apply manure around the tree’s drip line (under the canopy), keeping it about 10–15 cm away from the main stem. Facebook +6