Reducing the risk of groundwater contamination by improving animal manure management
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"Collection, storage and land application are major components of a complete animal manure managementsystem to prevent water pollution. Uncontrolled runoff from cattle feedyards, hog lots, milking parlors and stockpiled poultry waste contributes significantly to high nitrate and phosphate levels in surface water andgroundwater. Efficient and practical methods of runoff control are available to help protect the farmstead watersupply. Manure storage, above or below ground, is an environmentally sound management option for producers. Other benefits include improved animal health, labor savings, and more efficient meat or milk production. Efficient collection and storage can conserve the nutrient value of large volumes of manure. Proper land application of stored manure eliminates the need for spreading on frozen ground during winter months, controls nutrient levels applied to the land, eliminates runoff and reduces liability. This publication addresses some of the more important things to consider when evaluating sites for new animal/poultry facilities or making improvements to existing ones." -- first page
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