6 tips for optimal slurry distribution

1. Only distribute slurry in optimum weather conditions, even with low-discharge systems.
2. If storage capacity is available and the transport distance is short, you can dilute the slurry with water. This makes the slurry more fluid, which increases nitrogen efficiency and can lead to higher yields when applied early.
3. Place the slurry as deep as possible to reduce emissions, increase the yield and keep the forage cleaner.
4. Apply slurry as early as possible, either by drag hose or drag shoe, as the risk of feed contamination increases with later application.
5. In spring, after slurry application, run the meadow harrow over the area, if possible across the slurry spread.
6. Use short cut straw, chopped straw or straw pellets in the barn. Slurry separation is also very beneficial in terms of slurry pollution, but the resulting digestate leads to increased nitrous oxide emissions.