Talkin' Crap
This podcast is produced and hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach manure management specialist Dr. Dan Andersen. This podcast will feature information and interviews with individuals with expertise related to the science technology and best management practices surrounding manure management.
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Podcasting since 2023 • 16 episodes
Talkin' Crap
Latest Episodes
From Slurry to Science: Making Manure Data Work for You
In this episode, Dan Andersen dives into ManureDB, a tool from the University of Minnesota, which analyzes manure samples from across the United States. Dan discusses the nutrient composition of various manures, the impact of storage type and c...
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Episode 15
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41:12
Revisiting the Yield Goal Method: Modern Insights on the Yield Goal Method
In this month’s episode, Dan Andersen and Luke Soko discuss the yield goal method for manure management in Iowa, which estimates nitrogen needs based on expected corn yield. They also look at the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative, which is generating yi...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:45
Spreading Success: Inside Iowa's Manure Industry
Dan Andersen and Tony Mensing dive deep into the Iowa commercial manure application industry, uncovering fascinating insights from a 2024 survey. They explore the key concerns facing the industry, including the high costs of equipment, labor ch...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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36:13
Timing is Everything: Reducing Methane Emissions with Manure Management
In this edition of Talkin’ Crap, Dan Andersen and Jake Willsea discuss how the frequency and timing of manure application can significantly impact methane emissions, with Jake's research showing that adjusting application timing can reduce emis...
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Episode 13
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23:53
Cold Weather, Hot Topics: Winter Manure Management
In this episode of Talkin' Crap, Dan Andersen and Luke Soko discuss the challenges and best practices for winter solid manure application. They highlight the risks associated with winter manure application, such as nutrient movement due to froz...
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Episode 12
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34:25