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Bringing Back Local Milk, Ice Cream, and Cheese

Civil Eats

JULY 2, 2024

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, failed shipping logistics forced farmers to dump millions of gallons of milk. Proper rotational grazing relies on pasture as the primary forage, cutting feed costs. CAFOs also face scrutiny for animal welfare issues due to confinement and extreme production demands.

Pasture

Pasture Production Marketing Supply Chain

Managing Dairy Slurry to Maximize Nutrient Capture

UnderstandingAg

APRIL 30, 2023

Manure slurry is a valuable but difficult resource to manage on dairy farms. Slurry pits must be emptied to make room for the never-ending stream of manure. Manure is often not a top priority for most dairies and handling may have to wait until seasonal fieldwork is completed. This causes the soil microbiology to go dormant.

Manure

Manure Pasture Fertilizer Crop

Bringing Back Local Milk, Ice Cream, and Cheese

Managing Dairy Slurry to Maximize Nutrient Capture

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