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 ...

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.

What’s going on in Ag? As we move into the winter months here are some tips to consider for winter manure applications. There are several things to consider with manure application management; where, ...

As the region heads into planting season, it’s important that producers have a manure management plan set in place, while also taking into account proper manure application to their fields. Producers ...

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 ...

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- The state's Environmental Protection Commission is closer to implementing a ban on the spreading of manure on land planted with soybeans. The commission met this week and ...

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 ...

Manure lost some of its displeasing odor in 2008 when soaring fertilizer prices pressed crop producers to find more economical ways to apply nutrients. Prices are on the rise again, and this time, ...

As fall begins, it is time to think about fall field work. For many, fall is the time for manure application to fields. Manure is a valuable fertilizer. In order to get the most value for next year's ...

FARGO - North Dakota's long, cold winter has led to larger than normal accumulations of manure and bedding, and may delay producers' fertilizer application. Producers typically apply manure as a ...

Spring 2016 is upon us in more ways than one. The frost is out of the ground in most places, robins are abundant and spring field work is approaching fast. Crop producers have planned their crop ...

Adding fresh or composted manure to your flower, herb, or vegetable beds is one of the best ways to improve your soil and grow an organic garden on the cheap. Manure contains nitrogen, potassium, and ...