Manure management on U.S. dairy farms is crucial for both farming success and environmental safety. Different ways of handling manure, like storing and applying it, are all connected. The type of manure (solid or liquid) affects how farmers can manage it. Farms with solid manure have more options for handling it, while farms with liquid manure have fewer choices. This means that some farms may need more help to change their manure management practices. Each farm has its own priorities, so there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Policymakers may need to provide more support to help farms make changes that benefit the environment and public health.