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George Constanza said it best: 'manure' is a great word. After the 'ma,' you have 'newer,' which is always good. As such, we're heading into the New Year by highlighting all that is 'newer' – from research and innovations to business insights.
- Bree Rody, editor
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Manure is a key component in the dissemination of antibiotic resistance genes – and a research team out of China believes earthworms may help curb such dissemination.
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A study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign looks at how extreme rainfall impacts runoff and suggests possible mitigation strategies.
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Not sure whether to check the temperature, the calendar date, the ground conditions or your local extension office? We've got the guide on how different jurisdictions define "winter" for winter spreading.
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HPAI in dairy cows kicks California's response into high gear; Trump finalizes cabinet picks with ag secretary.
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Many researchers have made a case for adding seaweed extract to dairy cattle feed in order to curb emissions. But what effects does such a shift have on manure production? In one of our top features of 2024 looks at the effects of seaweed extract not only on air quality but also on the quality of the soil onto which the resulting manure is spread.
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Knowledge is power – especially it comes to whatever you're spreading on your fields. Manure "book values" have historically given an overview of nutrient values for different animal types. However, many of those book values are from the 2000s or even the 90s – which motivated a team of Minnesota researchers to not only update the data, but also make it easier to ensure that data stays up to date.
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Regular manure sampling through lab testing is key to optimal application, due to manure's high variability in composition and nutrient availability. With spring on the horizon (no, really!) this practical how-to guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to sample for solid manure, and a guide on what's important (and why).
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Following the launch of our 2024 Training, Talent and Operations survey, Manure Manager dug deep into the day-to-day operations of manure application businesses and what keeps owners and operators up at night. For many the work is plentiful, but that doesn't mean the workers – or the time to train them – are also available in spades.
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