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Palmer amaranth, a pervasive weed that has frustrated growers in the Midwest by inhibiting plant growth, was discovered in Ontario earlier this week on a single farm in the southwest region of the province. Despite its pain points, there are effective management strategies for palmer amaranth, and it starts with effective manure management. Experts from Minnesota share their perspective. » Read More...
While it's not spread at a commercial scale as commonly as cattle or swine manure, poultry manure ("litter") is more valuable than ever, now that it's seen as a popular choice for smaller-scale growing. But effective poultry manure management is still required in order to extract the most value from the product. Here are our tips for ensuring that just because something is litter doesn't mean it's rubbish. » Read More...