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Your natural resource for reliable livestock manure management information

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The one-stop resource for manure management and manure nutrient management planning in Nebraska.

Animal production is a vital part of Nebraska’s economy. It serves an important role in sustainable agriculture.

New Rule Clarifies Emissions Reporting
On December 18, 2008, the US EPA published a final rule that clarified which livestock facilities must report air emissions from their facilities. Animal agriculture was granted an administrative exemption from reporting air emissions that normally occur from raising farm animals under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). Learn more about this rule and how to report.

Unfortunately animal manure can negatively impact water and air quality if not handled properly. Our educational programs and materials provide science-based information on economically viable, environmentally sound manure handling systems that also comply with all regulations. Providing resources to help protect water quality is a priority for UNL Extension. Resources are designed for:

  • Producers
  • Advisors (CCA's)
  • Professionals seeking to obtain or maintain operating permits

 


Information presented within the livestock manure management section of this Water Web site has been authored and/or reviewed by University of Nebraska-Lincoln Manure Management Team members Christopher Henry, Leslie Johnson, Rick Koelsch, Charles Shapiro and Charles Wortmann.
Did You Know?

Most non-pasture based operations where animals are housed and raised, those that meet the definition of an Animal feeding operation (AFO), are required to have an inspection by Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ) and possibly required to maintain a permit that will define the minimum environmental standards for their operation. Read more...