The following publications cover topics related to Manure Management. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
The Missouri Phosphorus Index
Reviewed
The phosphorus index promotes conservation practices that reduce phosphorus loss from agricultural fields.
Calculating the Value of Manure as a Fertilizer Source
Revised
Use this worksheet to estimate the value of manure nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and gauge how much manure to apply to corn, wheat, soybeans.
Managing Manure Phosphorus to Protect Water Quality
Reviewed
This guide offers strategies to manage manure phosphorus, reducing runoff and protecting Missouri's water resources.
Managing Nitrogen to Protect Water Quality
Reviewed
How is nitrogen lost from the soil?Nitrogen is primarily lost by three pathways:
Laboratory Analysis of Manure
Reviewed
Laboratory analysis of manure determines nutrient levels—nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium—and moisture content for effective fertilizer use.
Phosphorus Best Management Practices for Biosolids and Other Organic Residuals
Reviewed
Learn practices to manage phosphorus in biosolids, minimize environmental impact, and protect water quality using updated nutrient management strategies.
Hog Manure and Domestic Wastewater Management Objectives
Reviewed
The objective of this publication is to identify the differences and similarities between managing municipal wastewater and managing the manure from grow-finish pig systems.
Agricultural Phosphorus and Water Quality
Reviewed
This guide demonstrates the complexities of reducing losses of phosphorus from agricultural land and the range of options available to help reach water quality goals.
Strategies to Minimize Phosphorus Loss From Your Farm
Reviewed
This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.
Optimizing Fertilizer Value of Manure from Slurry Hog Finishing Operations
Reviewed
See recommendations for applying manure on corn, soybeans or fescue. Learn how to maximize slurry manure’s value and assess its storage and application cost.
Best Management Practices for Nitrogen Fertilizer in Missouri
Reviewed
Learn how to manage nitrogen fertilizer in crops to boost yields, reduce losses, and enhance environmental outcomes through best practices.
Calculating Plant-Available Nitrogen and Residual Nitrogen Value in Manure
New
Calculate the nitrogen value in manure, focusing on plant-available and residual nitrogen providing methods to determine fertilizer value and manage losses.
Calculating Fertilizer Value of Supplemental Feed for Cattle on Pasture
New
Learn how supplemental feeds' nutrients benefit pastures, potentially reducing fertilizer costs.
Soil Sampling Hayfields and Row Crops
New
Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. Make smarter management decisions and more efficient use of fertilizer nutrients by learning how to plan and take soil samples from your fields in th
Soil Sampling Pastures
New
Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. The goals of your soil sampling plan should be to
Managing Manure on Alfalfa Hay
New
Optimize alfalfa hay production by applying manure to enhance phosphorus and potassium levels, improve yields, and manage soil fertility effectively.
