Manure in liquid pits decomposes slowly ... without agitation to reduce the risk of fire or explosion, and monitor solids accumulation to decide if agitation is advised at the next pumping ...

Smaller than lagoons, earthen pits store liquid manure from one to six months ... A recommended 12-inch grass spillway will absorb any overflow and reduce erosion (Figure 2). Solid manure storage is ...

Pork producers, commercial pumpers and others need to watch for a layer of foam on the surface when pumping barn manure pits. This foam contains numerous gases hazardous to people and animals ...

Hefner's swine farm, 3507 Washington Township Road 105, Dola, is seeking a five-year renewal for its operating permit from the Ohio Department of Agriculture, according to a press release. The ...