Nebraska Manure Demonstration Day will be held in Lexington on July 29th

This event will focus on the needs of the manure industry in Nebraska.
This event will focus on the needs of the manure industry in Nebraska.

By Leslie Johnson, Animal Manure Management Project Coordinator

University of Nebraska Extension with support of many Agri-Business groups and Nebraska Commodity organizations are working together to provide this educational event centered on effective and efficient manure management.

Livestock and crop producers, custom applicators, consultants and others interested in learning more about the efficient utilization of manure are encouraged to attend this free event. The 2014 Nebraska Manure Demonstration Day will be held at the Dawson County Fairgrounds on July 29th from 8:30am to 5pm.

The event will focus on the needs of the manure industry in Nebraska. Participants can view demonstrations of the latest manure handling equipment and will have the opportunity to learn from experts about new developments in manure management and handling. Educational topics include, PEDV, mortality composting, composted manures, using manure on crops, and soil health following manure application.

Educational events will include opportunities for CCA Credits and NDEQ Land Application Training Recertification.

For more information about the 2014 Nebraska Manure Demonstration Day visit http://go.unl.edu/nemanuredemo.