Small farms play a vital role in food production, environmental stewardship, and rural communities. But small farms can also have big negative impacts on their neighbors if they are not managing their nutrients, animals, or soil in ways that protect local air and water quality. Fortunately, with good planning and practical tools, even resource-limited farms can manage manure effectively and protect water and soil quality while reducing odor and improving fertilizer value.
By Seth Caines - Former UNL Environmental Engineering student
Better manure management means healthier soil, cleaner water, and stronger small farms — here’s how to make it work on your operation.
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