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Dung Beetle Benefits in the Pasture Ecosystem (Summary)

Dung beetles play a small but remarkable role in the pasture ecosystem. They feed on manure, use it to provide housing and food for their young, and improve nutrient cycling, soil structure, and forage growth in the meantime. This publication describes dung beetles and their benefits to pastures, and offers management information. It also offers information about building a dung beetle 'farm.'

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This page was last updated on: June 16, 2010

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