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View Lesson 32 (PDF file). Individual sections can be accessed below.
Intended Outcomes
The participants will
- Identify appropriate best management practices for their farm.
- Identify activities related to timing of applications that may lead to higher environmental risk.
Contents
- Introduction
- Solutions: Best Management Practices (BMPs)
- Ten Land Application BMPs
- BMPs to Reduce Nutrient Losses
- Other BMPs
- Issues of Local or Regulatory Concern
- APPENDIX A
- APPENDIX B
- APPENDIX C
Activities
The participants will complete
- An assessment of the environmental stewardship principles that they have implemented with their own livestock/poultry operation.
- A prioritization of individual environmental issues within the local community.
- A review of applicable regulations.
Authors: Ron Sheffield