Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program

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  Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program

  The Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program is a voluntary training program which helps to prevent manure application problems before they occur through increased nutrient management plan implementation and responsible manure application.

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  Manure Hauler Certification Program

  The certification program creates a clear pathway for farms and for-hire manure applicators (firms) to move from training, to certification, to third party audit (incentivized by reductions in insurance premiums) without implementing a mandatory program. There are three levels to the certification program. Passing the online course with a score of 80% or more is one of two components of becoming Level 1 certified.

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  Michigan Manure Management Summit

  February 16, 2022 10:00AM – 4:00PM AgroLiquid, 3055 M-21, St Johns, MI 48879

  The Michigan Manure Management Summit is an annual educational event that provides updates on the science, regulations, and best practices of manure management. The program is specifically designed for anyone who hauls and applies manure.

• Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program

  The Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program is a voluntary training program which helps to prevent manure application problems before they occur through increased nutrient management plan implementation and responsible manure application.

• New Manure Application Technology

  Published on February 19, 2021

  New manure application technology - Glen Arnold (Ohio State University Extension)

• Overview of the Certification Program

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Overview of the Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program - Tess Van Gorder (Michigan Farm Bureau)

• Reducing Land Application Incidents

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Reducing land application incidents – Leslie Johnson (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)

• Closing Remarks - Kris Wardin, MMPA Board of Directors

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Closing remarks - Kris Wardin (Dairy farmer and Michigan Milk Producers Association Board of Directors)

• Preparing to Develop a Firm Enviromental Management Systems Plan

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Preparing to develop a Firm Environmental Management Systems plan - M. Charles Gould (MSU Extension)

• Tips on Dealing with the Public

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Tips on dealing with the public - Laura Campbell (Michigan Farm Bureau)

• Conducting Employee Training

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Conducting employee training - Allen Bonthuis (Farming Lean)

• Reducing Operator Error During Transportation

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Reducing operator error during transportation - Rachael Osterhaus and Kevin Erb (University of Wisconsin-Madison)

• Preparing for a Manure Application Equipment Inspection

  Published on February 19, 2021

  Preparing for a manure application equipment inspection - Craig Anderson (Michigan Farm Bureau)

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  An Assessment of Manure-based Compost Markets in Michigan

  Published on March 15, 2021
  A report that farmers can use to make informed decisions about making compost from manure and other agricultural byproducts to increase farm income by selling compost to consumers. The report updates a similar effort that was conducted in 2005.

• Current Practices and Market Demand Potential for Compost Produced by Small to Mid-sized Farms in Michigan

  Published on August 23, 2005
  Farmers have a strong interest in determining the viability of alternative sustainable manure treatment methods, especially composting, to help manage manure that can no longer be land applied. This compost market assessment report addresses that interest.

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  Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program Brochure

  Published on July 7, 2021
  The Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program is a voluntary training program which helps to prevent manure application problems before they occur through increased nutrient management plan implementation and responsible manure application.

• Bronze Level of Performance

  Published on August 7, 2020
  Manure application equipment inspection list for Level 1 certification.

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  The NEW Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program is now live online!

  Published on October 7, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Farm Bureau work together to launch the Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program.