Welcome to Barn Talk! In this episode, we dive into the intricate world of manure and fertilizer management in farming operations. Our guest, Rachel Rinner, joins us to shed light on the challenges, misconceptions, and increasing regulations that farmers face.
We'll explore critical topics such as the pressures from environmental activists on the (DNR), the overlooked contributions of residential lawn care to pollution, and the perceived double standard between urban development and farming regarding environmental impacts. Rachel provides a robust defense against the unfair blame placed on farmers for water nitrate levels.
Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just interested in learning more about the agricultural world, this episode offers valuable insights and engaging stories that you won't want to miss. Stay tuned as we dive knee-deep into these pivotal topics.
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00:00 Share the show, review, and support farmer grade.
05:25 Grew up farm, gained experience, attended college.
15:13 Iowa's corn check-off drives market and research.
16:23 Manure management now more regulated, paperwork focus.
21:34 High fertility soil leads to increased yield demands.
27:55 Misunderstood farming practices regarding hog manure management.
35:01 Excessive paperwork burden isn't beneficial for farmers.
40:17 Costs up; only manure value increased significantly.
44:21 Upgrade older barns for better efficiency.
47:34 Responsible manure management is crucial in animal agriculture.
56:10 Environmental rules now prohibit exceeding manure application.
01:01:54 Hoping a new farm project increases income successfully.
01:07:36 Farmers mow excessively; it's an ancestral curse.
01:08:18 DNR investigated suspected stormwater runoff violations.
01:14:42 Reduced office presence, available by phone now.
01:20:24 Choose art spontaneously, focusing on functionality.
01:23:53 Met Rachel's husband doing service work.
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***PLEASE NOTE***
Barn Talk is a significant break from the typical content viewers have come to expect from This’ll Do Farm. Please be advised that we will be exploring a wide variety of topics (some adult-themed) and our younger viewers (and their parents) should be advised that some topics will be for mature audiences only.
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