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05/12/2026	Evaluation of Environmental and Economic Benefits of Dairy Manure Treatment Technologies	Evaluation of Environmental and Economic Benefits of Dairy Manure Treatment Technologies When: May 12, 2026 1:30 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA-NRCS Through a Natural Resources Conservation Service Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG), Newtrient evaluated 15 manure management technologies used in dairy systems. The project applied a modified version of an NRCS evaluation approach aligned with Conservation Practice Standard 629, Waste Treatment. Evaluation periods ranged from 15 to 52 weeks, depending on the technology. Newtrient collaborated with colleges and universities across the country to collect samples and develop detailed evaluation reports. These assessments focused on how each technology influenced nutrient levels—specifically nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—across different waste streams. In addition to environmental performance, the project also examined economic factors, including implementation costs and potential returns. Each technology was documented in a comprehensive evaluation report using the established Newtrient protocol based on the modified NRCS framework. Because several of the technologies involved manure separation, the project also produced a supplemental white paper comparing three separation technologies and exploring their potential applications. All reports and project materials are publicly available on the Newtrient website at https://www.newtrient.com/about/our-work/grant-funded-projects/2020-nrcs-conservation-innovation-grant/ This webinar provides an overview of a range of dairy manure management technologies, with a focus on their environmental performance, water quality impacts, and economic considerations. Photo by Newtrient Bedding Recovery Unit
05/21/2026	Livestock 101: Aquaculture	Livestock 101: Aquaculture When: May 21, 2026 1:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Aquaculture basics presented by field-based, farmer-serving university and producer-organization partners for NRCS staff to better support aquaculture producers. This session will covers aquatic animal nutrition and health, hatchery and farm management, water quality control, and system design.
06/10/2026	Aeration Systems for Maintaining Pumpable Manure in Deep Pits for Dairy and Beef	Aeration Systems for Maintaining Pumpable Manure in Deep Pits for Dairy and Beef When: Jun 10, 2026 2:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA, Natural Resources Conservation service This webinar will provide an in depth look at aeration technologies used to maintain pumpable manure in deep pits beneath dairy and beef slatted floor facilities. The session will cover the motivation behind adopting aeration systems, including challenges with agitation, high solids manure, hydrogen sulfide risks, and confined space safety concerns. Drawing from New York installations and ongoing Cornell PRO DAIRY research, the presentation will discuss system design considerations, operational lessons learned, impacts on manure handling logistics, and observed improvements in barn air quality. Practical guidance, common pitfalls, and resources for further learning will be included to support NRCS engineers working with producers considering these systems. Introduce a novel aeration-based approach for maintaining pumpable manure in deep pits beneath dairy and beef slatted floor facilities. Highlight ongoing Cornell PRO DAIRY research on system performance in beef operations and share updated findings, operational considerations, and safety implications.
06/26/2026	Livestock 101: Cervids (Elk and Deer) and Camelids (Llama and Alpaca)	Livestock 101: Cervids (Elk and Deer) and Camelids (Llama and Alpaca) When: Jun 26, 2026 1:00 pm Eastern Sponsored By: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Livestock production basics presented by field-based, farmer-serving university and producer-organization partners for NRCS staff to better support livestock producers. This session will covers cervid and camelid nutrition and body condition, reproduction, health and biosecurity, animal and waste facilities, management and handling practices.

NRCS Webinars by Deputy Area:

Stay up-to-date on the latest natural resource conservation research and industry best-practices by viewing NRCS webinars, available by deputy area.

Deputy Areas
Central National Technology Center	Resource Inventory and Assessment Division
Easement Programs Division	Soil and Plant Science Division
East National Technology Support Center	Soil Health Division
Financial Assistance Programs Division	Watershed Programs
North East Climate Hub	West National Technology Support Center
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Science and Technology Directives - Archive:

Science and Technology Directives provide NRCS with standardized, science‑based technical guidance that supports consistent, high‑quality conservation delivery nationwide. These directives—including Technical Notes, Technical Releases, and National Instructions—ensure staff have clear, authoritative information for applying conservation practices, engineering standards, and ecological guidance. They serve as a central reference point for technical accuracy, continuity, and accessibility across NRCS programs.

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