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Manure and Nutrient Management

Information on the careful approach to manure application, including manure spreader calibrations and reducing the risk of E. coli infections.
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  1. Livestock Methane Emissions in the United States
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    Livestock Methane Emissions in the United States
    By Alexander Nikolov Hristov, Ph.D., Kristen Johnson, Ermias Kebreab
    Confirmation that US EPA estimates of methane production are accurate.
  2. Manure Management Project Book for Youth
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    Manure Management for Youth Projects
    By Jennifer R Fetter, Brad Kunsman, Sallie Gregory, Deb Seibert
    Manure impacts water quality. In PA, everyone who produces manure needs a plan. That includes 4-H youth!
  3. Although this manure application may have met setback, ground cover and slope guidelines, the photo highlights risk associated with winter manure application. The loss of nutrients is an economic and agronomic loss for the farm.
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    Behind in Manure Application? Please Move Forward Smartly
    By Robert Meinen
    Weather can be extremely challenging when it comes to timely manure application. The following principles should be considered when making plans for your next weather-delayed application.
  4. Manure Spreader Calibration
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    Manure Spreader Calibration
    By Douglas Beegle, Ph.D., Jerry Martin
    Manure spreader calibration is an essential and valuable nutrient management tool for maximizing the efficient use of available manure nutrients.