The project explores application of crystal engineering principles to establish the ability of organic clays and metal-organic coordination polymers to retain odour-causing molecules through sorption or adsorption as an odour control and remediation process. The sorption capability of each material was compared with activated charcoal. The study suggests the two materials could be incorporated into a design for a sensor to identify odour problems related to manure storage or transportation and that the adsorption capacity of the synthetic materials exceeds current industry standards.