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Slurry Store Stories
In this episode we are discussing slurry stores with Stephen Field from SEPA and Cara Campbell from SAC Consulting. Looking at regulations and options of slurry stores available for farmers. Through discussion we focus on what farmers need to do to manage and store slurry on farm.
Forestry Grant Scheme
The Forestry Grant Scheme (FGS) will support: – the creation of new woodlands – contributing…
Scottish Rural Development Programme (SRDP)
The Scottish Rural Development Programme (SRDP) delivers Pillar 2 of the EU Common Agricultural Policy…
Appendix 6 – Farm Nutrient Management Plan
Adapted from the NVZ Action Programme Regulations 2008. Table 6.1. Typical volumes of excreta produced…
Appendix 5 – Farm Nutrient Management Plan
The NVZ Regulations specify that you must “clearly show on your Risk Assessment Map any…
Appendix 4 – Farm Slurry and Manure Management Plan
Ideally, all farms should have a Farm Slurry and Manure Management Plan (FSMMP) in place…
Appendix 3 – Conversion Factors
Table 3.1 Areas, weights and volumes Metric Imperial 1 hectare (ha) = 2.47 acres 1…
Appendix 2 – Glossary of Terms used in the 4PP
CAR GBRs Controlled Activity Regulations General Binding Rules; diffuse pollution rules often referred to as…
Appendix 1 – Finding out more
Table 1.1 Further information sources of information Useful information Link Alternative Watering Systems Information…
Using sward lifters to alleviate compaction
This video explores the use of sward lifters as a management tool to help alleviate soil compaction.
Managing water on the steading
Pete wright from SEPA discusses the importance of managing water on the steading with Dr Bill Crooks, soils and drainage specialist from SAC consulting. Bill talks about the importance of having the right management and procedures in place so that you reduce the risk of pollution from the steading but also reduce the amount of unwanted water finding its way into storage systems.