Calculating Manure's Value
A new economic formula calculates the true value of hog manure, according to a University of Minnesota Extension educator. There's no doubt that the rising...
Dykhuis Farms Grows Responsibly
As a Michigan operation expands, it implements an environmentally balanced nutrient management plan to address groundwater concerns and increase nutrient...
Manure Field Day Planned
On Aug. 13, Kansas State University (KSU) is hosting a field day for livestock producers who want to learn more about the proper handling of manure...
Iowa Pork Producers Wear White Hats
Despite the ever-increasing mountain of state regulations and pressure to protect the environment in Iowa, the state's pork industry has clearly met both...
Livestock Coalition Lends a Helping Hand
A new organization was launched to help grow new and existing livestock enterprises in Iowa, and navigate regulations and siting. Despite rumors to the...
Manure Management Is Available Online
The Illinois Manure Management Plan is now available online at www.immp.uiuc.edu University of Illinois Extension developed the online resource...
North Carolina Seeks Hog Waste Conversion Program
The North Carolina Pork Council (NCPC) has asked state legislators to create a pilot program to test the feasibility of converting hog waste into electricity....
Environmental Stewards Nominations Now Open
The Environmental Stewardship awards program recognizes pork producers with all types and sizes of production systems who demonstrate a positive contribution...
Manure/Odor Control
Vertical Biofilter Uses Less Space, Provides Payback.
Horizontal biofilters are a proven technology when it comes to reducing odor and gas emissions from...
$1 Million Granted to Iowa Pork Industry
Settlement with Smithfield Foods funds projects over the next 10 years. Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller has announced that $1 million in grants over...
