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DNR rule revisions for manure spreading

New rule revisions designed to reduce manure groundwater contamination, specifically in the northeast section of Wisconsin, took effect in July.


Research explores benefits of manure and cedar mulch

A multi-disciplinary team of researchers at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will conduct a project transforming manure and cedar mulch from waste to worth.


Funding awarded for dairy digester projects

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has awarded $69.9 million in grant funding to 40 dairy digester projects across the state.
 
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Renewable future

From the editor’s desk: The hits keep coming for hog producers

The plight of North Carolina hog farmers has been on my mind. Last issue, I discussed the fallout of a million dollar lawsuit against Smithfield Foods. It was just the first in a long string of lawsuits – 89 involving 500 plaintiffs – filed in the state. Currently, lawsuit number two is underway in Raleigh. It was brought by a couple living about a quarter-mile from a 4,700-head hog farm in Duplin County who argue the operation is interfering in the enjoyment of their property. » Read more...
 
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Tell us how we’re doing

Manure Manager is currently conducting an online survey and we're hoping you can find some time during your busy schedules to take part. Whether you're a dairy, beef, hog or poultry producer; a custom manure applicator, an academic or an industry support person, we want and value your feedback. The information you provide will remain confidential, secure and will help provide a snapshot of the state-of-the-industry. » Learn more
 
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2018 North American Manure Expo

August 15-16
Location: Brookings, South Dakota
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Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

September 11 - 13
Location: Woodstock, Ontario
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Farm Science Review 2018

September 18 – 20
Location: London, Ohio
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