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MANURE AND NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT
Source: RRW Manure management handout provided by Rush River Watershed Project
Where is the Rush River Watershed and why is it
important?
Rush River Watershed (RRW) is a rural watershed in South Central MN.
What is Fecal Coliform Bacteria?
Group of bacteria found in the intestines of warm blooded animals. It passes through fecal excrement of livestock and wildlife
www.startribune.com ; Josephine Marcotty
How does manure impact water quality?
Escherichia Coli Bacteria contamination is a significant water quality concern in the Rush River Watershed
Land in Farms 2007
Challenges for Livestock Producers
Brainstorming activity
Manure and Nutrient Management
Manure can be a valuable nutrient when managed correctly, if it is not handled correctly it can quickly become a pollutant in our waters
Sensitive land features to look out for
Drainage ditches: these typically run on the edge of farm fields or through them to allow adequate drainage from storms or snow
Other Beneficial Information• http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/livestocksystems/
components/8544.pdf• http://wrc.umn.edu/research/competitivegrants/archives/
reports/2001hansen.pdf• http://www.mn.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/ecs/nutrient/
assessment/SensitiveFeatures/ManureSensitiveAreas.pdf• http://www.epa.gov/owow/nps/Ag_Runoff_Fact_Sheet.pdf• http://www.mn.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/ecs/nutrient/manure/
manure.htm• http://mrbdc.mnsu.edu/major/lowminn/subshed/hi/index.html
County Feedlot Contact InfoSIBLEY COUNTYJEFF MAJESKU, CFOGREG DEVRIES, ASSISTANT CFO507-234-4091
NICOLLET COUNTYDEANNA BIEHN, CFOMANDY LANDKAMER, ASSISTANT CFO507-934-0250
“Ask-an-Expert about the Minnesota River” profiles scientists and citizens answering questions about the health of the Minnesota River.Produced by the Water Resources Center at Minnesota State University, MankatoTo learn more, visit the Minnesota River Basin Data:mrbdc.mnsu.edu/learn