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”
Application of Manure on Growing Crops
Scheduling conflicts, equipment breakdowns, and wet field conditions can wreak havoc on spring manure application and planting schedules. This webinar will provide valuable insights into maximizing the efficiency and timing of manure application for growing crops, especially corn. By exploring innovative techniques for liquid manure application and the potential for in-season poultry litter application, participants will learn possible ways to navigate challenges in crop management while ensuring nutrient efficiency and maintaining crop yield and quality. This presentation was originally broadcast on January 17, 2025. Continue reading “Application of Manure on Growing Crops”
Call for Abstracts for Waste-to-Worth 2025
You are invited to participate!
The Waste to Worth Conference will be April 7-11, 2025 at the Grove Hotel in Boise, Idaho.
Waste to Worth 2025 welcomes oral, poster, panel, and workshop presentation proposals focused on applied solutions related to animal manure management and protecting the environment.
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- Submissions should align with one or more of the general areas of emphasis (see below).
- Graduate students are encouraged to submit and participate in a poster presentation competition.
To submit an abstract, go to https://tinyurl.com/W2W2025
For more information, go to: https://wastetoworth.org or the W2W Call for Abstracts flyer.
Deadline is October 30, 2024
Areas of Emphasis
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- Circular Bioeconomy
- Biosecurity
- Feed & Nutrient Management
- Manure, Soil Health & Sustainability
- Emerging Contaminants
- Manure Storage, Treatment, Handling & Application Systems
- Robotics & Artificial Intelligence in Animal Production Systems
- Value-Added Products from Agricultural Production Systems
- Climate Impacts & Adaptation/Mitigation Measures
- Air Quality, Emissions & Fate
- Educational Programming & Delivery
- Environmental Planning & Regulations in Animal Agriculture
- Case Studies/On-Farm Experience
- Mortality Management
- Sustainable Animal Systems
- New & Innovative Technology
- Water Quality
Who attends?
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- Extension agents & specialists
- Progressive farmers & producers
- NRCS staff
- Consultants & technical experts
- Regulatory & policy advisors
- Scientists
- Technology providers
Vector Control on Livestock Operations
This webinar will focus on the importance of controlling these pests and the safety of the livestock, the caretakers, and non-target animals and insects around the farm when doing so. This presentation was originally broadcast on June 16, 2023. Continue reading “Vector Control on Livestock Operations”
Worker Safety in Animal Production Systems
There’s more to worker safety than just bumps and bruises. This webinar discusses on-farm injuries related to manure and mortality handling and application as well as potential toxic gas exposures and how to minimize risks of each. This presentation was originally broadcast on October 21, 2022. Continue reading “Worker Safety in Animal Production Systems”
Manure nutrient trends and creating dynamic “book values” through ManureDB
This webinar highlights ManureDB, a database of manure samples informing “book values”. Having current manure test numbers will assist in more accurate nutrient management planning, manure storage design, manure land application, and serve agricultural modeling purposes. This presentation was originally broadcast on June 17, 2022. Continue reading “Manure nutrient trends and creating dynamic “book values” through ManureDB”
Manure Management in an Urban Setting
In this webinar, discover why manure management is important – even in an urban or backyard setting. This presentation was originally broadcast on March 18, 2022. Continue reading “Manure Management in an Urban Setting”
Weeding the Worries Out of Manure Use
This webinar focuses on on adoption of place-based conservation practices to improve water quality. This presentation was originally broadcast on November 19, 2021. Continue reading “Weeding the Worries Out of Manure Use”
Food Safety and Manure Application
This webinar highlights three experts across the U.S. share federal guidelines related to use of animal manures for food production, and practices that promote food safety while using animal manures. This presentation was originally broadcast on March 19, 2021. Continue reading “Food Safety and Manure Application”
Managing manure beyond the farmyard: Manure management for less-typical species and settings
This webinar goes beyond the farm gate and explores how manure and effluent nutrients are handled for some less-than-typical farm-raised animal species. This presentation was originally broadcast on January 17, 2020. More… Continue reading “Managing manure beyond the farmyard: Manure management for less-typical species and settings”