Episode notes
Discover how innovative dairy farmers are transforming manure management from an environmental burden into a profitable venture. This episode reveals strategies to save an average of $18 per acre in fertilizer costs while creating a marketable product selling for $20 per ton. Learn about cutting-edge techniques like biochar addition that slash harmful emissions while potentially earning carbon credits.
Key Points
- The Hidden Goldmine: The average 100-cow dairy operation flushes away $15,000 annually in potential soil amendment products.
- Economic Revolution:
- 69% of farms saved money through composting
- Average savings of approximately $18 per acre
- From Expense to Income:
- Case study: Bill McPhee of McPhee Farms sells su ...
Keywords
1. Dairy manure compostingmanure management profitsfarm waste revenuecomposting benefits dairybiochar composting