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Regulations
New technology removes air pollutants, may reduce energy use in animal ag facilities
Researchers from North Carolina State University and West Virginia University have developed a new technology
Environmentally friendly solution offered for manure pit foaming
Three hog barn explosions have occurred in the past few months in Iowa alone
DNR to help farms with NMP
January 19, 2012 – A good nutrient management plan not only helps farmers take advantage of the fertilizer potential of their manure, but also keeps that waste out of lakes, rivers and groundwater. As a result, the WI Department of Natural Resources animal waste specialists are conducting more on-site visits to help operators of large-scale farms better use the nutrient management plans required by their state water protection permits.
CFO regulations make NM more important
January 16, 2012, West LaFayette, IN – Indiana’s impending revised regulations for confined feeding operations and nutrient application have put an even greater emphasis on nutrient management in the state, says Purdue Extension dairy specialist Tamilee Nennich.
How to cope with new Indiana CFO regs
January 6, 2012 – Indiana’s impending revised regulations for confined feeding operations and nutrient application have put an even greater emphasis on nutrient management in the state, says Purdue Extension dairy specialist Tamilee Nennich.
Judge: WA dairy contaminated water
January 6, 2012, Yakima, WA – A federal judge has ruled that an Eastern Washington dairy – the subject of air and water pollution complaints for years – consistently applied excessive amounts of manure to neighboring fields, causing or contributing to groundwater contamination in the area.
Manure rule raises water quality concerns in NY
January 2, 2012 – A recent victory for New York’s farm leaders has raised concerns about water quality. Dairy and livestock farms produce a lot of manure. Many farmers spread it on to their fields in liquid form. |
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