Volume
43
Issue
4
Abstract
Calibration of a manure spreader was demonstrated at field days. Data collected showed limited capability of farmers to estimate manure application rates just based on their experience and the importance of calibration. Only 13% estimated at or near the actual application rate (±1 ton). Some (22%) estimated high rates, with two estimating four times the actual application rate. Most (65%) underestimated the rate, with 50% estimating less than one-half the actual application rate. The tendency to underestimate manure application and therefore over-apply manure reinforces the need to calibrate spreading equipment as a part of a manure management plan.
Recommended Citation
Mancl, K. M., & Slates, J. (2005). Demonstrating Manure Spreader Calibration at Field Days. The Journal of Extension, 43(4), Article 52. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol43/iss4/52
