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Podcast: UMN Extension Nutrient Management Podcast
Episode: Why understanding the nitrogen cycle is key to managing soil fertility
Description: Today on Advancing Nitrogen Smart we’re talking about the nitrogen cycle and managing soil fertility. What does 'the nitrogen cycle' mean, and how does it affect your management strategy? In what ways do temperature and moisture slow down or speed up nitrogen's window of usability? What are nitrification, denitrification, volatilization, mineralization and immobilization? How well do inhibitors work, when should they be applied? How does organic matter affect the nitrogen cycle? All these answers and more on today's episode.GuestsBrad Carlson, Extension educatorDan Kaiser, Extension nutrient management specialistAdditional ResourcesUnderstanding ni...