Manure Handling to Prevent Runoff

Source: University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Cody Rakes of Loretto Motherhouse Farms discusses ways to protect soil and water resources by utilizing stewardship practices on the farm. Managing stormwater around production areas helps reduce runoff water and prevent runoff of manure nutrients. Scraping and stockpiling manure helps them manage manure moisture content, conserve nutrient content, and streamline utilization of manure nutrients on the farm.

Length: 02:59

Year Produced: 2022

State: Kentucky

Cropping Systems: Beef Cattle

Tags: drainage, Reduce Runoff, water quality