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Nutrient Concentrations In Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
Nutrient Concentrations In Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
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The objective of this fact sheet is to help producers understand the nutrient loss and retention characteristics of different types of manure storage. The concentration of nutrients in manure storage facilities is important for planning land application activities. Nutrient concentration is usually the critical factor in determining the amount of manure to be spread per acre of land. Manure systems similar in type and management may have characteristically similar concentrations of manure nutrients.
Safety In Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
Safety In Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
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As livestock operations become larger and numbers of employees more numerous, safety becomes a critical issue in manure storage.
Animal Manure Removal Methods For Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
Animal Manure Removal Methods For Manure Storage Facilities, John Harrison, Dallen Smith
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A well-designed manure storage facility must also be well managed to prevent environmental concerns from developing. Probably the single most important requirement in operating and maintaining a manure storage facility is to ensure that the facility does not overflow or discharge.