Episode 65: Fall Manure Best Practices

Abstract

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking about fall manure best practices. What are some best management practices for the fall manure application season? If you're a crop farmer thinking about getting manure this fall, what information do you need from the producer or the manure applicator? What are some things to look out for? What's on the horizon for manure application? What are some practical safety solutions surrounding manure and the application of manure? Guests: Melissa Wilson, Extension manure nutrient management specialist (St. Paul); Kevin Erb, Director, Conservation Professional Training Program, University of WI - Madison; Daniel Andersen, Extension specialist and assistant professor, Iowa State University. Additional resources: Manure research in Minnesota - U of M Extension Storymap; Conservation Professional Training Program; The Manure Scoop blog; Runoff Risk Advisory Forecast; Do the "4R's" apply to manure? You betcha!; Tips for fall manure application, and how to avoid nutrient loss. For the latest nutrient management information, subscribe to the Nutrient Management Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode! And don't forget to subscribe to the Minnesota Crop News daily or weekly email newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube channel, like UMN Extension Nutrient Management on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and visit our website. Support for the Nutrient Management Podcast is provided by Minnesota's fertilizer tonnage fee through the Agricultural Fertilizer Research & Education Council (AFREC). Learn more at MNsoilfertility.com.