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Effective management of stored manure depends on a number of important factors, most notably a good knowledge of storage options.

While most guidelines for manure management have been based on nitrogen, experts recommend having a good understanding of the environmental impact and crop requirement of phosphorus.

The explosion, which forced the evacuation of Northwood’s approximately 2,000 residents for most of the day, has resulted in zero casualties and only four injuries.

Arborite AG-NT is an additive for urea and urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) that is proven to reduce nitrogen volatility by inhibiting the activity of the urease enzyme.

The Fertilizer Institute has announced the election of Mosaic CEO James T. Prokopanko as chairman and CHS’ Cheryl Schmura as vice chairman, as well as new three-year board members.

USDA NRCS, Ohio State Extension and IPM Institute will host a training event for CCAs to become Technical Service Providers qualified to write Nutrient Management Plans on February 25-26.

To help protect water quality, consider these best management practices for reducing the amount of phosphorus that is being land-applied as manure.

These key components should be considered when formulating a successful nutrient management plan.

Overall, the signs look good for phosphate and potash in 2014 — but there are a few obstacles to overcome along the way.

Retailers should encourage growers to do the numbers before reacting to crop prices.

Strong corn planting should translate into another good year for nitrogen-based fertilizer demand.

Chris Jahn relishes the opportunity to lead the organization through the challenging times ahead.

Ag retailers typically have been very good at communicating with local emergency responders, but showing everyone how commited they are to safety is a good idea in 2014.

Canpotex Ltd., the offshore selling arm for three North American potash companies, has signed an agreement to supply the crop nutrient to Sinochem Fertilizer Macao Commercial Offshore Ltd.

The Colorado multi-site expansion will operate under the newly acquired Tri County Ag brand and will include a two million gallon liquid fertilizer terminal at the Wray, CO, site.

The Fertilizer Institute has pledged to focus on nutrients in the environment, safety and security, energy and greenhouse gas emissions and transportation in 2014.

Kurt McMillan will join the TFI staff in the newly created position of vice president of member services and chief administrative officer in March.

This agreement appoints Engage Agro USA as the local feet on the ground organization to service Cosavet DF and future product introductions in California and on a national level.