NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module1 Pollution Prevention Strategies Critical Control Points & Critical Limits of Manure Handling

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module2 Instructional Overheads Format n First major point n Second major point n Third major point

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module3 Purpose of the Pollution Prevention Strategies Module n Helps producers: Understand environmental hazards of manure handling. Identify critical control points. Develop format for regular monitoring. n Third party evaluation Education/certification n Improve public image

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module4 Principles of Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points n Identify hazards. n Find critical control points. n Establish critical limits. n Monitor. n Take corrective action if critical limits are exceeded. n Verify that the HACCP plan is working. n Keep records on each critical control point.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module5 Hazards of Manure Handling n More nutrients than the crop can utilize. n Too close to waterways, wells, etc. n Application on frozen ground. n To farm in advance of crop. n Leakage or discharge.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module6 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation n Number and size of pigs n Water usage Note: Actual storage time may differ from projections.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module7 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation Phase-of-Production Method for Estimating Manure Output PhaseNo.Gal/dayTotal Gal Nursery800X.4320 Grow-Fin1900X Sow/litter40X Gest sow210X Boar13X1.925 Total3710

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module8 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation Animal-Units Method for Estimating Manure Output PhaseNo.Weight, lbTotal lb, K Nursery800X3024 Grow-Fin1900X Sow/litter40X50020 Gest sow210X37579 Boar13X5006 Total395 Total wt = 395,000 lbs = 395 animal units 395 X 9 gal/animal unit = 3555 gal/day

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module9 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation Application-Records Method for Estimating Manure Output PhaseNo loadsVolume, galTotal Gal, K Nursery58X Grow-Fin520X20001,040 Sow/litter37X Gest sow62X Total699X20001,354

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module10 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation n Water usage contributes to manure output. Check flow rate in every waterer; adjust as needed. Consider adding a water meter to the main line.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module11 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation n Rainfall contributes to manure volume. Outside manure storages are affected by rainfall and evaporation. Consider recent rainfall when monitoring manure storage levels.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module12 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #1 - Manure Generation n Critical limits: Monitor your manure output and compare it to calculated values. Excess output is not an environmental threat. Manure spreading costs are increased.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module13 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #2 - Manure Storage n Integrity n Remaining capacity

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module14 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #2 - Manure Storage n Critical limits: Integrity Remaining capacity

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module15 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #3 - Manure Transportation n Conventional spreader n Recycle system n Irrigation

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module16 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #4 - Manure Application n Rate - match to crop needs, soil and manure tests. n Method - incorporate or inject whenever possible. n Timing - just before crops require nutrients. n Run off - be cautious in high risk areas (on steep slopes, near ditches, and water sources).

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module17 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #4 - Manure Application n Weather conditions - rainfall, wind, temperature, humidity. n Utilization - be certain the crop can utilize all the nutrients. n Depth to ground water - be cautious with high water table. n Application log - where, when, rate, etc.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module18 Critical Control Points/Critical Limits CCP #4 - Manure Application n Application rate n Application method n Potential for runoff

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module19 Pollution Prevention Strategies Monitoring the Plan, Taking Corrective Action, Maintaining Records

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module20 Monitor, Correct, Document n Monthly checklist n Manure application checklist and log n Annual checklist

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module21 Monthly Checklist n Keep track of manure output. n Monitor change in manure levels in storage. n Check storage for structural integrity and leaks.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module22 Manure Application Checklist & Log n Check recycle/irrigation systems. n Check manure spreading equipment. n Apply manure according to plan.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module23 Manure Application Checklist & Log n Important notations: Date and time Field ID Source and quality Application rate and number of loads Wind direction

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module24 Annual Checklist & Log n Manure storage okay n Manure spreading equipment/transport equipment okay. n Manure application according to plan n Well tests documented n Records kept for manure application and soil and manure analysis.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module25 Pollution Prevention Strategies Emergency Action Plan

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module26 The Emergency Action Plan n Step-by-step process: Recognize and assess problem. Notify authorities. Enlist help. Take corrective action. Make a stand.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module27 The Emergency Action Plan n How to develop the plan - Part I What types of emergencies are possible? Consider drainage patterns from your farm. Manager on duty can often correct minor problems. For major emergency, use a response team leader.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module28 The Emergency Action Plan n How to develop the plan - Part II Consider the people who could offer assistance. What type of equipment will you need? Get access agreements to enter neighboring properties. Write the plan down and put it by the phone.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module29 Verification - Your Strategies Are Working n Implement a monthly and annual checklist. n Implement a manure checklist and log. n Conduct a third-party evaluation.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module30 Pollution Prevention Strategies Third Party Evaluation

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module31 Third Party Evaluation n Purposes: Evaluation from someone outside the operation. Compare your practices to industry standards. Opportunity to certify operation. Good educational setting.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module32 Preparing for the Evaluation n Have these records available: Water usage and rainfall Records of equipment maintenance and inspection Nutrient management plan, crop records, manure application logs Lab tests of wells, soil, manure Emergency action plan

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module33 Conducting the Evaluation n How you address: Manure generation Manure storage Manure transportation Manure application

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module34 Each Evaluation Factor n Supporting comment n Range of answers and appropriate scores

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module35 A Typical Question n Do you have a current nutrient management plan? (10 points) Supporting comment - A nutrient management plan specifies the application rate per acre based on type of crops and anticipated yields. Range of answers with scores in ( ): –(0)No plan –(3)Unwritten plan, but reasonable approach –(5)Written plan, not followed completely –(10)Written plan implemented and updated

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module36 Certification Process n Scores for each question are recorded on a carbon data sheet. n Producer and evaluator keep a copy. n If point minimum is met, state organization may consider mailing certificate to producer. 340 points possible 272 suggested for certification

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module37 Pollution Prevention Strategies Program Summary

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module38 Summary n Why this program will work for you: Helps you organize your strategy. Supplies ready-to-use forms. Will help our industry step up to a new level of implementation. Provides a valid certification process.

NPPC Pollution Prevention Strategies Module39 The Bottom Line - Develop Your Strategies n Once a month - monitor generation & storage. n When you apply manure - write it down. n Once a year - review and update.