Manure Application
Proper agitation is the first step of any cost-effective and beneficial dragline operation to ensure an even application of nutrients in the fields.
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Put your manure storage on a diet following wet season
Excessive moisture in the growing season has pushed the limits on manure storage capacity. Consider these alternative practices to manage manure on the farm.
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Considerations for appropriate manure application rates
Apply manure where it is needed by determining appropriate application rates for each field.
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The three-phase approach to establishing on-farm treatment systems
The permitting process for establishing on-farm manure treatment systems doesn’t have to be complicated. A three-phase approach breaks down Wisconsin’s requirements for producers exploring this form of waste management.
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Spill response: Tips, tricks and thoughts
Employee training and standard operating procedures are critical in addressing a manure spill during application season. Consider these steps in creating a plan for all those directly involved in manure application.
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Manure application: Considerations for keeping it in-house or hiring out
Should manure be handled in-house or should a custom applicator do the work? Consider these factors before making a decision.
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Turn a pollutant into green gold by reducing nitrogen loss in slurry
Slurry is often seen as an inconvenient problem for the farm. A good slurry management plan that encompasses the whole cycle from barn to the field can turn a problem into a valuable resource.
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How can I help my manure hauler help me?
In the manure world, there are typically three parties involved: the livestock producer, crop farmer and manure hauler. Clear communications between these parties decreases the complexity of manure management and everyone reaps the benefits.
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I have manure; I don’t need anything else
Finding the right amount of manure to apply is about striking the balance between N-P-K levels.
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