About this episode

The episode discusses manure management practices and research updates as spring approaches, featuring insights from manure nutrient management specialists.

Today on the Nutrient Management Podcast we discuss all things manure as we head into spring. Our three manure nutrient management specialists and researchers talk about recent updates to ManureDB (the online manure database). Why was ManureDB created, and what makes it a helpful tool for farmers and producers? What's the status of current and future manure research projects? How can Minnesota farmers partner with the University of Minnesota manure team for on-farm research projects? What are some top-of-mind best practices for sampling and safety as we head into the growing season? All of that and much more on today's show. Guests: Melissa Wilson, Extension manure nutrient management specialist (St. Paul) Eduardo Garay Lagos, manure research manager (St. Paul) Nancy Bohl Bormann, manure nutrient management researcher (St. Paul) Additional Resources: Introducing ManureDB: A new way to view manure variability and trends Manure Management How to put together a manure management plan 'Manure is complicated': 5 Reasons you need a manure management plan Manure sampling and testing: Variability, guidelines & safety for your operation —

People in this episode

Guests: Melissa Wilson, Eduardo Garay Lagos, Nancy Bohl Bormann

Topics covered

• manure management
• agriculture
• research updates
• best practices
• safety
• sampling
• partnerships

Keywords

• manureDB
• nutrient management
• Minnesota farmers
• on-farm research
• sampling safety
• manure variability
• management plan

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Minnesota, ManureDB

Places: Minnesota, St. Paul

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