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Strategies for applying manure for the best economic return

Dragline application is the most efficient method of manure application. Optimize equipment and hose selection to create the best economic return on this method.

October 28, 2024

Katie Kelderman

Manure application is a fast-growing industry, with more farmers looking for alternatives to commercial fertilizer. Manure is proven to be a balanced nutrient product for farmers. Not only does it supply nitrogen needs for a crop, but in the same application, it supplies phosphorus and potassium needs as well.

Even manure application begins with effective agitation

Proper agitation is the first step of any cost-effective and beneficial dragline operation to ensure an even application of nutrients in the fields.

September 19, 2024

Katie Kelderman

Effective manure agitation is the key to an even application of nutrients for the greatest benefit of crops. Consistency in your slurry provides an even mixture of nutrients across the field, and the breakdown of suspended solids allows you to clear the whole lagoon.

Considerations for appropriate manure application rates

Apply manure where it is needed by determining appropriate application rates for each field.

April 26, 2024

Megan Dresbach

As manure applicators, we should know how many gallons or tons we are applying to an acre and should have corresponding documentation. The question is: “How do we determine the rate?”

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.

July 6, 2023

Megan Dresbach

Manure has valuable nutrients and needs to be treated as such.

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.

January 24, 2023

Megan Dresbach

In any relationship, communication is key. In the business world, each involved party should understand the other party's perspective to ensure a smooth, uneventful process.

Weighing your manure hauling options

December 11, 2020

Jeramy Sanford

Weather conditions. Labor availability. Field fitness. When it comes to manure hauling, these factors (and more) play into the decision to haul your own manure or hire a custom hauler.

How I Work: Custom manure pumping business manages tighter application windows

February 27, 2019

Karen Lee

With agriculture and farming in his DNA, Rick Martens is operating a business from the farm that has been in his family for generations. Located 80 miles north of Minneapolis, Minnesota, the century-old dairy farm is no longer home to cows, but now serves as the home base for Martens Manurigation, a custom manure pumping business.

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Strategies for applying manure for the best economic return

Even manure application begins with effective agitation

Considerations for appropriate manure application rates

Manure application: Considerations for keeping it in-house or hiring out

How can I help my manure hauler help me?

Weighing your manure hauling options

How I Work: Custom manure pumping business manages tighter application windows

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