USA - Manure Application Workshops Scheduled in February, March
Published:January 26, 2005
Source :Minnesota Ag Connection
The University of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Extension Service have partnered with Minnesota state agencies on a series of manure application workshops.
The sessions will provide participants with both practical and scientific information regarding the use of manure in crop production, and water quality issues related to manure application.
Workshops are designed specifically for those involved in writing or reviewing manure management plans or integrating manure nutrients into crop production systems. Individuals from both the private and public sectors are encouraged to attend.
The four workshop days build on each other with the first focusing on manure nitrogen, the second on manure phosphorus, the third on manure management planning, and the fourth on manure management planning software. Course instructors include faculty from the University of Minnesota involved in manure application research and education, and expert staff from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
The workshops will be held in St. Cloud and Mankato, Minn., in February and March, 2005. Workshop descriptions, schedules, a printable brochure, and on-line registration can be found at http://manure.coafes.umn.edu/workshops. Information on other manure and air quality workshops can also be found at this Web site.
