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Research Project:
THE IMPACT OF PROPER ORGANIC FERTILIZER MANAGEMENT IN PRODUCTION AGRICULTURE
Location: Grassland Soil and Water Research Laboratory, Temple, Texas
Project Number: 6206-13610-006-18
Project Type:
Reimbursable
Start Date: Sep 01, 2005
End Date: Aug 31, 2009
Objective:
Demonstrate the soil and water quality benefits of using proper organic fertilizer management techniques. This project will focus on reaching several groups including 3rd party applicators of dairy and other manures and other producers considering using animal manures in their fertilizer programs.
Approach:
Implement various organic fertilizer management practices on cultivated and pasture fields to demonstrate the importance of using proper management relating to application method, timing, and rate. Conduct demonstration and educational activities on the importance of proper organic fertilizer management. Demonstrate the difference in water quality for areas impacted and non-impacted by excessive nutrients.
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Last Modified: 11/08/2008
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