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Research Project: Knowledge Systems and Tools to Increase the Resilience and Sustainability of Western Rangeland Agriculture

Location: Range Management Research

Title: Understanding the value of organizing manuresheds: A systemic review of relationships and factors connecting manure management applications

Author
item SOTEL-SOSA, SERGIO - New Mexico State University
item MILLER, MARY FRANCES - New Mexico State University
item Spiegal, Sheri

Submitted to: Southern Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meetings
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 12/1/2024
Publication Date: 2/4/2025
Citation: Sotel-Sosa, S., Miller, M., Spiegal, S.A. 2025. Understanding the value of organizing manuresheds: A systemic review of relationships and factors connecting manure management applications. Southern Agricultural Economics Association Annual Meetings. Abstract.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: This systematic review examines the role of manursheds-agricultural systems for managing and recycling manure-in enhancing nutrient circularity in air, water, and soil. The study focuses on the interconnectedness of crop and livestock supply chains and networks across different U.S. regions, particularly CAFOs in the Southwest and croplands in the Upper Midwest. We reviewed peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and government reports from the past 20 years employing the PRISMA methodology. Various review types, including theoretical, narrative, meta-analyses, and scoping reviews, were synthesized to explore nutrient circularity, economic and environmental impacts, policy implications, research gaps, and practical applications. Our findings aim to provide insights for further research investigating 1) opportunities for the development of manureshed infrastructure and the integration of its social network, 2) the economic feasibility of lo-distance manure transport, and 3) innovative manure processing technologies.