The Rationale for Recovery of Phosphorus & Nitrogen from Dairy Manure

This publication explains the rationale for implementing emerging phosphorus and nitrogen nutrient recovery technologies on dairies, with a particular focus on the Western United States. Although dairy operations are emphasized, the lessons learned are readily applicable to feedlot, swine, and poultry operations, as well as other industrial and municipal organic solids and wastewater treatment facilities. The specific technology requirements will vary, depending on the qualities of the waste streams being processed.

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