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Cattle in concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO). 3-F Dairy, Gallatin County, MT.

Livestock/Animal Feeding Operations - Montana

Information from NRCS Montana about animal feeding operations and manure management.

NRCS District Conservationist Chris Mahony, Producer Gary Flikkema and NRCS District Conservationist Justin Meissner at 3-F Dairy, Gallatin County, MT.

Montana Livestock/Animal Feeding Operations Videos

These videos tell the stories of Montana farmers and ranchers who have worked with NRCS to address animal feeding and/or confinement locations along streams to improve water quality, livestock health, and the operations of their farm or ranch.

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Montana Livestock/Animal Feeding Operations Success Stories

Montana farmers and ranchers have been working to improve water quality and livestock health in their operations.

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Manure Management

Managing waste products is a necessary activity of our existence as a society.  How well this job is accomplished is reflected in the quality of the surroundings in which we live. 

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Nutrient Management

Nutrient Management is a sustainable approach to delivering the right nutrients, at the right rate, at the right time, and to the right place, to maximize economic benefits while minimizing environmental impact.

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NRCS Montana

Information and resources specific to NRCS in Montana.

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