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Understanding Fertilizers and Their Risks

by Sagar Pokhrel Katelynn Stull Manreet Bhullar

MF3721

This poster explains risks and best management practices related to using fertilizers from animal sources (such as compost, manure, blood meal, etc.). 11 x 17" color poster.

Published Date: Nov 2025

Environmental Considerations for Composting Livestock Mortalities

by Ron Graber Joel M. DeRouchey

MF2729

This publication addresses methods and considerations of composting livestock mortalities. 4 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Leachate from Silage and Wet Feed Storage

by Joseph P. Harner III et al.

MF3542

As responsible stewards of the environment, producers need to remain aware of the risk of leachate from silage and other wet feed ingredient storages, and take appropriate steps to reduce and manage the leachate/runoff from feed storage and processing areas. This publication describes factors for consideration and best practices to implement. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Oct 2020

Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC): Guidelines for Kansas Farms

by Peter Tomlinson Kerri Ebert Aleksey Y. Sheshukov

MF3388

The Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program established reporting requirements for certain farms related to on-farm oil storage. This publication outlines the reporting requirements. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2017

National Air Quality Site Assessment Tool (NAQSAT) for Livestock Producers

by Zifei Liu

MF3367

Provides guidance to livestock producers and conservation planners on how to use NAQSAT, a NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) approved educational website, to identify air quality concerns at livestock operations. 4 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Jul 2017

How Much Gas Do Beef or Dairy Cattle Produce?

by Zifei Liu

MF3185

Beef and dairy cattle operations produce greenhouse gas emissions from feed digestion and manure decomposition. Producers need to be aware of what gases are emitted and why they are of concern so they can take steps to control and counteract these emissions. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Apr 2015

Anaerobic Digestion of Livestock Manure: Feasibility and Factors to Consider

by Zifei Liu

MF3184

Anaerobic digestion (AD) of livestock manure offers a management option for livestock producers to generate energy from manure. Producers must weigh the costs of an AD system against the potential benefits. 4-page.

Published Date: Mar 2015

Carbon Footprint of Livestock Production

by Zifei Liu

MF3180

Livestock producers can evaluate the carbon footprint of their production and make environmentally responsible choices. A number of factors influencing carbon emissions are discussed as well as ways to operate facilities efficiently and responsibly. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Feb 2015

Technologies for Odor Control in Swine Production Facilities

by Zifei Liu James P Murphy Joel M. DeRouchey

MF2918

Outlines best practices for managing odors and air pollution related to swine facilities. 6-page, b/w.

Published Date: Apr 2014

Phytoremediation: Protecting the Environment with Plants

by Ganga M. Hettiarachchi

MF3067

Phytoremediation uses vegetation to contain, sequester, remove, or degrade inorganic and organic contaminants in soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater. Kansas State University developed a phytoremediation database. The database contains more than 120 contaminants and 1,130 plant species. 8 p.

Published Date: Aug 2012

Wastewater Pond Operation, Maintenance and Repair

by G. Morgan Powell Ann Mayo Judith M. Willingham

MF2290

Wastewater ponds, or lagoons, are used for treating and disposing wastewater from individual homes. The home-owner or occupant is responsible for operation, maintenance & repairs. 4-page.

Revision Date: Sep 2010

Why Do Onsite Wastewater (Septic) Systems Fail?

by Judith M. Willingham G. Morgan Powell

MF946

Do your drains empty slowly? Does sewage back up? Do you have a wet, smelly spot in your yard? Is your septic tank effluent piped to a road ditch, etc? If so, your septic system is failing. 4-page.

Revision Date: Sep 2010

Get to Know Your Septic System

MF2179

If sewers & central wastewater treatment plants are not available, an onsite wastewater treatment system is needed. It must treat the wastewater and allow it to be absorbed by soil or evaporation.

Revision Date: Aug 2010

Septic Tank Maintenance: A Key to Longer Septic System Life

by Judith M. Willingham

MF947

For a septic tank to work effectively and to protect the rest of the wastewater system, it must be pumped (emptied) periodically. This bulletin describes pumping, frequency, and other procedures. 4-page.

Revision Date: Aug 2010

Selecting an Onsite Wastewater or Septic System

by Judith M. Willingham

MF2542

If a home does not have access to a sewer system, an onsite wastewater treatment system, often known as a septic system, must be selected and installed. There are many alternatives. 8-page.

Revision Date: Jul 2010