This webinar will examine practical nutrient management strategies tailored for small and diversified farms. Presenters will explore how organic operations can meet National Organic Program (NOP) requirements for manure, compost use, and soil fertility, followed by a look at the real‑world challenges facing small-acreage livestock properties. We will discuss additional considerations and solutions for effective nutrient stewardship on small farms. Whether you’re a producer, educator, conservation professional, or simply looking to improve land management on limited acreage, this session will offer actionable insights to support sustainable and environmentally sound practices. This presentation was originally broadcast on March 20, 2026. Continue reading “Nutrient Management Solutions for Small Farms”
Pathogens Beyond the Animal: Environmental Drivers of Disease in Livestock Systems
This webinar examines the role of the environment in livestock disease risk and surveillance. Presentations will explore the association between manure handling activities and PRRSV outbreaks in wean-to-market swine, as well as the use of environmental sampling to better understand pathogen distribution on HPAIv-infected egg layer farms. Together, these studies highlight how environmental data can inform biosecurity practices, disease monitoring, and future research applications in livestock production systems. This presentation was originally broadcast on February 20, 2026. Continue reading “Pathogens Beyond the Animal: Environmental Drivers of Disease in Livestock Systems”
2025 Webinars Approved for ARPAS Continuing Education Units
These webinars have been approved for 1 continuing education unit (each) as part of the American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists (ARPAS) program. To receive CEUs, view a live or archived webinar, complete an evaluation (if available), and contact ARPAS, 217-356-5390 to have the credit applied to your CEU balance. Repeat this process for each webinar being utilized for CEUs.
2025 Webinars
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- A view from above – application of drones and remote sensing for air and water quality measures around livestock farms – December 12
- A Systems-Approach to Understanding the Nutrient Cycle Across the Pork Ecosystem – November 14
- Mortality Management – From Routine to Catastrophic – October 10
- Rethinking Manure Management with 360Rain: Expanding Application Windows and Improving Nutrient Use Efficiency – September 26
- Flies, Frass, Feces, and Fields – August 15
- Manure processing for discharge water quality – technical performance and county perspectives for advancing water quality – June 20
- A USDA multi-location project monitoring ammonia deposition near animal production sites – May 16
- Mobilizing Microbes in Treatment Processes – March 21
- Moving Manure Research Forward Through NRCS-CIG Programs – February 28
- Application of Manure on Growing Crops – January 17
More Webinars…
- Topics include: Drones, Remote Sensing, Nutrient Cycle, Mortality Management, 360Rain, Discharge Water Quality, Ammonia Deposition, NRCS-CIG Programs, Manure Application More…
- Topics include: AFO Air Emission Estimations, Soil Health, Mortalities, Air Quality, Models & Tools, Circularity, Precision Ag, Environmental Progress, Dairy Manure, Farm Safety, PFAS. More…
- Topics include: Carbon Markets, Soil Health, Mortalities, Air Quality, Models & Tools, Vector Control, Antibiotic Stewardship, Manure Additives, Minimizing Risk, and Energy Conservation. More…
- Topics include: Carbon Markets, Worker Safety, CEAP I & II, Antimicrobial Resistant movement, Manure Nutrient Trends, Vermifiltration, Urban Manure Management, Manure Pipelines, and Lagoon and Digester Cleanouts. More…
- Topics include: Edge of Field Monitoring, PFAS, Food Safety, Digesters & Natural Gas, Manuresheds, Extreme Events, Antimicrobial Resistance, Sustainability, Weeds, and Soil Health. More…
- Topics include: Less typical species, designer manure, precision technologies, human health, poultry systems, communicating science, compost emissions, PFAS, and manure transfers. More…
- Topics include: Separation technologies, soil health, cleaning barn exhaust air, pathogens, antimicrobial resistance, greenhouse gas emissions, nutrient inventories, and phosphorus management. More…
- Topics include: Emergency response, treatment technologies, manure foaming, small farm equipment, manure’s impact on soil, manure irrigation, manure pit death, sampling, and biosecurity. More…
- Topics include: Climate resiliency, avian influenza, side-dressing nitrogen on emerged corn, runoff risk advisory tools, anaerobic digestion, manure handling safety, long-term manure application, and managing edge of field losses.. More…
- Topics include: Construction and maintenance of manure ponds, antibiotic resistance, manure entomology, NAQSAT, Drones, manure safety and transport, the nutrient recycling challenge, Vermont nutrient management training course, and pathogens. More…
- Topics include: Manure Apps, Gypsum Bedding, Livestock Housing, Tile Drained Lands, Micro Manure Management, Horse Manure Composting, Uses of Biochar, Thermal Manure-to-Energy Systems, Mortality Management during Avian Influenza, Communication Pathways, Communicating During Controversy. More…
- Topics include: Capturing Nutrients, Manure as a biofuel, Water Quality Index, Liquid manure nutrients, Carbon credits, Bioaerosols, WOTUS, Biosecurity, Mortality composting, Whole Farm Nutrient management, Winter manure application, Next generation activities. More…
2013 Webinars
- Topics include: Risk Management, Waste to Worth, Mono-slope beef barns and research results, Bioavailability of Phosphorus, Capturing Nutrients. More…
2012 Webinars
- Topics include: Biofilters, The 4Rs, Microbes, Life-Cycle Assessments, Carbon Footprints, Nitrates, Adaptive Nutrient Managment, Chesapeake Bay, Emergency Management. More…
2011 Webinars
- Topics include: Top-dressing manure, Chesapeake Bay, Soil Health, Reducing Odor Risk, Anaerobic Digestion, NMP implementation, NAEMS, Lagoon Closure, Manure Economics, 2011 NPDES CAFO rule. More…
2010 Webinars
- Topics include: Cover Crops, Vegetative Environmental Buffers, Mortality Composting, Manure Spills, NAQSAT, Manure on No-Till, SPCC, Ammonia Emissions. More…
2009 Webinars
- Topics include: Feeding Strategies, Carbon Footprint, Conserving Nitrogen, AFO Inspection, Mortalities, Air Emissions, Grazing Management. More…
2008 Webinars
- Topics include: Market Based Conservation, Antibiotics and Hormones, Dry Manure Housing Systems, Ammonia, Small Farms, Regulations, Manure Management Planner Software. More…
2007 Webinars
- Topics include: Integrated Nutrient Management, Manure Application to Legumes, Value of Manure in Land Application, Smithfield Project, Value Added Processing of Manure, Manure Treatment Technologies, Value of Manure in Energy Generation, Vegetative Treatment Systems, and Innovative Manure Treatment Technologies. More…
2006 Webinars
- Topics include: CNMP Core Curriculum, Pathogens, EPA CAFO Regulations. More…
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Clear Communication, Safer Operations: Why Multilingual Manure Management and Farm Safety Training Matters
This webinar discusses how prioritizing Spanish-language and culturally informed training, agricultural operations can improve clarity, strengthen worker confidence, enhance environmental stewardship, and foster a safer, more resilient workforce. This presentation was originally broadcast on January 23, 2026. Continue reading “Clear Communication, Safer Operations: Why Multilingual Manure Management and Farm Safety Training Matters”
North American Manure Trainings
Across the United States and Canada, multiple manure training events and educational programs are scheduled soon to support manure handlers, agricultural professionals, crop producers, and livestock managers. These opportunities offer technical instruction, best practices, and compliance support for nutrient management and regulatory requirements. Below are some upcoming trainings.
Michigan Manure Management Summit
The Michigan Manure Management Summit is an annual educational event hosted by Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Farm Bureau. This summit delivers current information on manure science, environmental stewardship, and best practices for handling and applying manure. The program is specifically designed for anyone who hauls and applies manure. In addition to technical sessions, the Summit provides required continuing education credits (CECs) for individuals certified at any level through the Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program.
March Manure Mondays (Ontario)
In Ontario, a March Manure Mondays webinar series is being planned for the five Mondays of March. These sessions will explore practical, science-based approaches to manure management, including nutrient management fundamentals, treatment strategies, greenhouse gas considerations, spreader calibration, and environmental stewardship. The series is accessible online, allowing broad participation from manure handlers, advisors, and producers regardless of location.
Land Application Training – Nebraska 2026
Nebraska Extension is conducting a series of Land Application Training workshops across the state in 2026. These full-day, hands-on sessions focus on practical decision-making for manure use, integrating agronomic value with environmental and regulatory considerations. Participants will learn how to evaluate fields, assess manure nutrient value, consider soil and water quality risks, and understand current regulations. Workshops are scheduled in multiple communities statewide.
Certified Livestock Manager Training – Ohio
The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) will host a Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) Training in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This training supports individuals seeking CLM certification by providing instruction on regulatory standards, manure and nutrient management practices, and environmental stewardship as they relate to concentrated animal feeding operations and manure handling. CLM certification is required for certain livestock facilities, manure brokers, and applicators operating at specified scales under Ohio administrative rules.
Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference – Ohio
OSU Extension will host the Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio. The program includes a nutrient management portion designed for agricultural professionals seeking insights on soil health, water quality, conservation practices, precision agriculture, and related technologies. Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) and Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) continuing education credits are available for applicable sessions. The nutrient management program is scheduled the day prior to the main conference to accommodate focused training on manure, nutrient stewardship, and related topics.
Iowa Manure Applicator Certification Programs
In Iowa, Manure Applicator Certification (MAC) training is offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These programs provide required training for both commercial and confinement site manure applicators, covering key topics such as safety, regulations, nutrient value assessment, and economics of manure management. Specialized training is available for liquid, dry/solid, and confinement manure systems, and participants can also access online certification options via the Iowa DNR MAC platform. Registration is coordinated through local ISU Extension offices; pre-registration is required for in-person sessions and there is no fee for workshop attendance. Additional options include online training modules and scheduled video re-showings by appointment.
A view from above – application of drones and remote sensing for air and water quality measures around livestock farms
Aerial photos of farms and farming practices are becoming easier to find and collect. But drones and satellites can provide more than pretty pictures. In this webinar, the three speakers will share applications of drones and remote sensing for air and water quality measures around livestock farms. Dirk Charlson will share his simple approach to collecting drone imagery, and the range of opportunities for analyzing images and mapping practices. Nesli Akdeniz has collected air quality measures in pasture systems with drones. Finally, Becca Muenich has used remote sensing to examine land application practices. While it may seem like these applications are flying by faster than we can see, the speakers will help ground us with their experience. This presentation was originally broadcast on December 12, 2025. Continue reading “A view from above – application of drones and remote sensing for air and water quality measures around livestock farms”
A Systems-Approach to Understanding the Nutrient Cycle Across the Pork Ecosystem
This webinar explores how an integrated, systems-based understanding of the nutrient cycle can drive more sustainable pork production. By examining both feed utilization within the animal and nutrient management beyond the barn, the discussion connects nutritional strategies and manure treatment technologies as key components of the pork ecosystem. Presenters will highlight advances in precision feeding, enzyme use, and feed processing that improve nutrient efficiency and reduce environmental impacts, as well as research optimizing zinc inclusion to balance performance and sustainability. This presentation was originally broadcast on November 14, 2025. Continue reading “A Systems-Approach to Understanding the Nutrient Cycle Across the Pork Ecosystem”
Mortality Management – From Routine to Catastrophic
This webinar will explore how mortality is part of livestock production, whether in the day-to-day on the farm or after a catastrophic disease or environmental disaster. Handling and disposal of mortality in a safe and efficient manner is critical for continuity of operations. In this webinar, the presenters will present on studies evaluating different techniques of mortality management and the lessons learned from each study This presentation was originally broadcast on October 10, 2025. Continue reading “Mortality Management – From Routine to Catastrophic”
Rethinking Manure Management with 360Rain: Expanding Application Windows and Improving Nutrient Use Efficiency
This webinar will explore how the 360Rain autonomous irrigation system is being used as a new tool for manure management. By enabling in-season manure application, 360Rain opens opportunities to better match nitrogen availability with crop uptake, reduce manure storage time (and associated methane emissions), and even provide supplemental irrigation. This presentation was originally broadcast on September 26, 2025. Continue reading “Rethinking Manure Management with 360Rain: Expanding Application Windows and Improving Nutrient Use Efficiency”
Flies, Frass, Feces, and Fields
This webinar will examine how black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) can transform food and agricultural waste into valuable products for both animal feed and soil health. Presenters will discuss large-scale BSFL production, the frass co-product, and how nutrient content can vary based on inputs and processing. This presentation was originally broadcast on August 15, 2025. Continue reading “Flies, Frass, Feces, and Fields”