Midwest Manure Summit at Lambeau Field

Lambeau Field will be the site of the Midwest Manure Summit on March 24-25, 2009.  University of Wisconsin- Extension will be bringing the most knowledgeable individuals from around Wisconsin, the U.S. and Germany to Lambeau Field to talk about manure handling and processing.   Manure handling is one of the most important issues that impacts the agricultural community.  It is a major stumbling block for expanding dairies and a lightning rod for controversy.  The two-day program will bring new ideas to manure handling and processing.  Speakers will focus on technology and information that will help manure handling become more economical and sustainable.  The entire program can be found at www.midwestmanure.com. 

The two day event will include a tour of Lambeau Field at the end of the first day.  Registrations can be made online at: www.midwestmanure.com or by contacting Kathy DeChamps (UWEX) at 920-203-4610.  Hotel and travel information is also available at the website.  Any questions about the conference can directed to Paul Dyk, UWEX – Fond du Lac County, at 920-929-3171 or paul.dyk@ces.uwex.edu & Mark Hagedorn, UWEX – Brown County, at 920-203-4610 or mark.hagedorn@ces.uwex.edu.