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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.

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.

January 29, 2024

Megan Dresbach

Manure has left the premises, now what? The manure applicator should have a plan in place before this situation arises.

Using liquid manure with emerged corn

March 31, 2020

Glen Arnold

Not many years ago, there were only two people allowed to enter a newly planted Midwest cornfield: One was the person applying the side-dress nitrogen, and the other was the person applying the weed control.

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Strategies for applying manure for the best economic return

Even manure application begins with effective agitation

Spill response: Tips, tricks and thoughts

Using liquid manure with emerged corn

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Addressing employee complacency

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