As winter approaches, the challenges associated with the application of manure become more pronounced. Adopting best practices that maximize nutrient utilization and safeguard our water resources is ...

A wet fall followed by freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall in areas may force some Iowa farmers to adjust how they apply manure to their fields — which could spell foul odors for some rural ...

Question: Has the law changed regarding application of hog manure to farm fields? When manure was applied to a field near us several years ago the manure was knifed into the soil and there was ...

Finding what works best for you in applying manure into your fields takes testing and experimenting, according to University of Minnesota Extension educator Chryseis Modderman. Surface application of ...

LISBON, N.D. -- Crop farmers produce feed grains, which go to livestock. If used regionally, that produces livestock which can feed into the crop production system. John Breker, a soil scientist with ...

DES MOINES -- A group active on environmental issues is vowing to kill legislation approved 21-0 Tuesday by the House Ag Committee. Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement (CCI) said HF 2324 would ...

National Farm Safety and Health Week 2025 is Sept. 21–27, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach reminds operators that safety is critical when handling, transporting and applying manure.

SHENYANG, CHINA - Nitrogen (N) is an essential nutrient for plant growth, and nitrogen fertilization - including the application of manures - is a major management strategy in agriculture across the ...

With harvest drawing to an end and winter fast approaching, remember to think about where and how you plan to store manure over the winter. Winter means frozen ground, snow and -- if feedlot operators ...

Researchers in China studied the co-application of manures and chemical nitrogen fertilizers in high-input greenhouses. They said the environmental risks may outweigh the benefits. Credit: Zhi Quan.