Manure Manager

Nevada is known for a lot of things – namely, the tourism and gaming industries of Las Vegas – but one can’t easily make the argument that it is an agricultural powerhouse. In terms of overall agricultural production, the state typically ranks around 43rd for overall production based on total market value.

Livestock farmers have always recognized the value of manure in building soil fertility and supporting crop production. Historically, crop producers without access to this resource have looked on with envy. Today, a wide range of organic amendments – many sourced from outside agriculture – are available. However, not all amendments are created equal.

An agricultural confined space can be a very dangerous space that may contain hazardous and explosive gases, low oxygen and other physical hazards. You should identify confined spaces at your business, make sure all employees understands their dangers, and implement protocols to ensure entry into these spaces, if required, is done safely every time.

August 04 - August 06, 2026 Redwood CTY, MN Show map There’s nothing like gathering with the people who understand your work – and your way of life. Spend a day at Minnesota Farmfest connecting with your community and exploring what’s next in ag. At Farmfest, we strive to bring together the best in agribusiness from Minnesota and around the country. We endeavor to provide one place for farmers to network, experience and learn to grow their farming operations.

Event August 11 - August 13, 2026 Pennsylvania Furnace, PA Show map Penn State’s Ag Progress Days, held annually during three days in August, is Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition. With over 400 exhibitors from the United States and Canada, there is something for everyone to enjoy at no cost as parking and admission are free.

New World Screwworm cases total 16 Last weekend, the USDA confirmed an infestation of New World Screwworm at in a sheep, two head of cattle and a goat – all in Texas. These cases bring the total number of New World Screwworm cases in the U.S. to 16 in total (13 active, three resolved as of June 23) after months of the country trying to mitigate entry of the invasive flies from Mexico.

The North American Manure Expo July 28-30 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wayne, NE continues to distinguish itself as one of the few events dedicated entirely to manure management, covering every step from the barn to field application.

June 17, 2026 By Bree Rody The governments of Canada and Ontario are offering an additional $12 million through the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative (ASI) to support farmers in adopting sustainable practices. This funding, part of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, aims to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of Ontario’s agri-food sector.

As the world grapples with the environmental impacts of modern agriculture, researchers are exploring innovative ways to enhance the sustainability of farming practices. One such effort, led by a team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has uncovered a promising solution: harnessing the power of manure to improve the efficiency of synthetic fertilizers. At the heart of this study is the complex issue of nitrogen management.

Manure is an excellent source of nutrients – but applying it at the wrong time, especially when tile drainage is more active, can greatly increase phosphorus loss and pose risks to water quality. For some states, winter application bans stretch through to mid- or even late March – and with spring application being an inherently short window, odds are, producers are already thinking toward their next application period.