Manure Management

Having a nutrient management plan to guide applications of manure and other nutrients for crop production maximizes nutrient benefits while reducing environmental problems. Strategic and tactical nutrient management planning is key for producer success and sustainability.

Below are selected resources related to manure management. The resources are broken down into four key categories to monitor and focus on during nutrient management planning and preparation. 

 

Find tools for proper application, contract applicators and testing.
See resources for development of nutrient plans and tracking.
View resources for weather, data, analysis and maps.
Find resources for preventing and responding to outbreaks.

Related programs

Learn more about programs associated with manure management.

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Resources

CAFO Operator Curriculum

Class IA CAFO Operations must use certified operators under Missouri law. This webpage outlines a draft curriculum of the key concepts operators must know and will be tested on as part of the certification process.

Contract Manure Applicators

A list of businesses that state they will contract to apply manure in Missouri. This is not a comprehensive list of manure applicators. Please contact the applicators directly to confirm the information on the site.

Design Storm Alert System

A web-based monitoring system that tracks precipitation accumulation across Missouri to help manage open or uncovered storage.

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