Manure Management Application Techniques

The video tutorial covers the responsibilities of applicators in manure management, focusing on understanding and implementing a Manure Management Plan (MMP). It details the use of different application equipment, including liquid hose drag systems, liquid tankers, and solid spreaders. The importance of monitoring application rates, maintaining equipment, and ensuring consistency in application techniques is emphasized. The tutorial also highlights the need for understanding manure density, agitation, and environmental considerations to apply manure effectively and safely.

What is the primary responsibility of the applicator in the manure management process?

• To apply manure at the specified rate

• To determine the nutrient needs of the crop

• To calculate the manure application rate

• To decide the crop rotation

What is the purpose of the Manure Management Plan (MMP)?

• To calculate the cost of manure application

• To determine the type of manure to use

• To ensure nutrients meet crop demands without exceeding them

• To decide the best time of year for application

What is a key factor to monitor when using a liquid hose drag system?

• The flow rate through the meter

• The type of crop being grown

• The color of the manure

• The temperature of the soil

What is a unique feature of using a liquid tanker for manure application?

• It can transport manure over long distances

• It requires no monitoring

• It can be used for both solid and liquid manure

• It can only surface-apply manure

What is the role of the restrictor gate in a solid spreader?

• To measure the temperature of the manure

• To control the volume of manure applied

• To increase the speed of application

• To adjust the width of application

What should be monitored to ensure consistent application with a liquid tanker?

• The weather conditions

• The color of the manure

• The flow meter and speedometer

• The type of crop being grown

Why is agitation important in the application of liquid manure?

• To reduce the smell of the manure

• To separate the manure into layers

• To ensure uniform nutrient distribution

• To increase the weight of the manure

What should be avoided to ensure proper manure application?

• Using a GPS unit

• Excessive overlap from one pass to the next

• Applying manure in environmentally sensitive areas

• Monitoring the control panel

What is a common method for applying manure when the ground is frozen?

• Surface application or broadcasting

• Using a liquid hose drag system

• Using a solid spreader

• Incorporation

What is the importance of monitoring the control panel during manure application?

• To change the type of manure being used

• To ensure the application rate is as planned

• To adjust the color of the manure

• To measure the temperature of the soil