February 17, 2010

A March 4 UNL Extension workshop on "Tools for Improving Manure Management" will be at the Agricultural Research and Development Center near Mead from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The workshop, presented by the Comprehensive Nutrient Management Planning (CNMP) team, will cover several softwares available for manure management planning, said Leslie Johnson, UNL CNMP coordinator. The one-day class targets those who work closely with livestock operations, and their nutrient management plans.

The computer tools include the

• Feedlot Nutrient Management Program
• Nebraska Odor Footprint Tool
• Purdue Manure Management Planner

The program also will include research updates and a review of recent regulation changes.

Registration

For additional information, contact Johnson at (402) 584-3818, e-mail ljohnson13@unl.edu. Space is limited to 35 participants. Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling Johnson. The registration fee is $75 per participant. The use of a computer with Microsoft® Excel is necessary; participants should bring a laptop as only a few computers will be available for use at the workshop. Participants will receive a CD with the software tools upon arrival. An application for Certified Crop Adviser credits has been submitted.

These workshops are sponsored by the UNL Extension CNMP team which is dedicated to helping livestock and crop producers better use the state's manure resources for agronomic and environmental benefits.

Resources

For more information and other resources for managing manure nutrients, visit the Manure section of the UNL Water Web site.

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