Resources for Education and Outreach
Animal waste from farms and ranches can severely threaten water quality if not managed properly. Animal waste from the 1.3 million farms with livestock and poultry (U.S. EPA estimate) across the nation has the potential to contribute excess nutrients, pathogens, organic matter, solids, and odorous compounds to the environment. This pollution causes eutrophication of surface waters, degradation of ground water quality, and threats to human health. Incorporating best education practices in your outreach with farmers or ranchers will maximize your animal waste management strategies to enhance water quality.
Adapted from the USA Water Quality Animal Waste Management Theme page, http://www.usawaterquality.org/themes/animal/default.html
EDUCATION & OUTREACH RESOURCES
Also available in a PDF version, Animal Waste Management resource list
Please note: links and contact information below have not been verified.
| Title | Karst—Avoid that Sinking Feeling: Sinkholes, Limestone and Groundwater Contamination |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | Rock River Coalition, Inc. and the University of Wisconsin Extension |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | http://basineducation.uwex.edu/rockriver/newkarstbro.pdf |
| Keyword(s) | karst, groundwater contamination, sinkholes, limestone |
| Abstract | A three-panel brochure that describes karst geology and how it threatens groundwater quality. Actions to prevent groundwater contamination are outlined |
| Geographical Emphasis | EPA Region V—Great Lakes, Wisconsin |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems, watersheds |
| Target Audience | adults, landowners, and water, watershed, and riverway groups |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management policy—AFO/CAFO |
| Drinking Water and Human Health-Community water supplies | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Community-scale contamination, home and community | |
| Watershed Management-Ecosystem management | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship Curriculum |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | N/A |
| Publication Date | 1999 |
| URL | http://www.mwpshq.org/ |
| Keyword(s) | animal waste management, cattle, poultry, dairy, livestock, pork,manure management, agricultural air quality, air quality, manureapplication, open lot facilities, dust control, odor control, emissioncontrol, mortality management, emergency action plan, manurestorage facility |
| Abstract | A national curriculum and supporting educational tools to U.S.livestock and poultry industry advisors, who in turn, will helpproducers acquire certification and/or achieve environmentallysustainable production systems. Producers will also benefit directlyfrom the information and assessment tools that the curriculumprovides. |
| Contact and Order | MidWest Plan Service Information, 122 Davidson Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011 Phone: 800-562-3618, mwps@iastate.edu |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, educators |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, manure management policy—AFO/CAFO |
| Nutrient and Pesticide Management-BMP use and adoption, nutrient management standards and policy | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Educational Purpose | Education resource (formalized learning process), capacity building resource |
| Title | Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship Curriculum: Lesson 34-Phosphorus Management for Agriculture and the Environment |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | Andrew Sharpley and Ron Sheffield |
| Publication Date | 1999 |
| URL | http://www.lpes.org/Lessons/Lesson34/34_Phosphorus_Management.html |
| Keyword(s) | phosphorus, phosphorus management, agricultural runoff, nutrient management |
| Abstract | User will recognize the role of phosphorus (P) in controlling eutrophication; identify what happens to P in soil; learn what practical farming measures can be used to minimize P loss; target best management practices; and learn where large sources of P exist. |
| Contact and Order | MidWest Plan Service Information, 122 Davidson Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011, Phone: 800-562-3618, mwps@iastate.edu, http://www.mwpshq.org/ |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, educators |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Management and drainage | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Nutrient and Pesticide Management-BMP use and adoption, nutrient management standards and policy | |
| Educational Purpose | Communication resource (two way), education resource (formalized learning process), capacity building resource |
| Title | Small Farms Fact Sheets |
| Resource Type | Fact sheet/bulletin |
| Author | Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship Curriculum |
| Publication Date | 2006 |
| URL | http://www.lpes.org/Small_Farms.html |
| Keyword(s) | livestock, poultry production, regulations, manure, land application, emission control, nutrient excretion, electric livestock fencing, barnyard runoff |
| Abstract | The fact sheets are a collection of 24 publications that address questions that educators and producers are most likely to have about CAFO regulations, how they will affect livestock and poultry production facilities, and what producers must do to comply with the regulations. |
| Contact and Order | www.lpes.org/Small_Farms.html |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | Agriculture-related businesses, educators, natural resource professionals |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management-Manure management policy—AFO/CAFO, pathogens (emerging issue) |
| Waste management (non-animal management) | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Ecology of Bacterial Pathogens: Keeping out unhealthy levels of E. Coli and Salmonella |
| Resource Type | Event |
| Author | Dr. Max Teplitski, Assistant Professor in the Department of Soil and Water Science at the University of Florida/IFAS |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/soils/pathogens/index.html#intro |
| Keyword(s) | course, bacteria, pathogens, E. Coli, Salmonella, water science |
| Abstract | This short course explores questions in bacterial ecology relevant to environmental quality issues. The main focus will be on the latest published research on bacterial contamination and persistence in drinking, industrial and irrigation water supplies, recreation areas and agricultural produce. |
| Contact and Order | University of Florida, IFAS Extension, http://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/soils/pathogens/index.html#intro |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | adult(s), natural resource professionals, policy makers |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Pathogens (emerging issue) |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Nonpoint source pollution | |
| Drinking Water and Human Health-Pathogens and human health | |
| Watershed Management-Land use, stormwater management | |
| Educational Purpose | Education resource (formalized learning process) |
| Title | Partnership for Livestock Environmental Management Systems |
| Resource Type | Research Report |
| Author | Janice Kepka |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | N/A |
| Keyword(s) | agriculture, farms, environmental management system, livestock |
| Abstract | An environmental management system is a voluntary, flexible business management system that helps farmers and managers to develop their own strategies for integrating environmental considerations into the daily operation of a farm. |
| Contact and Order | UW Environmental Resources Center |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems, uplands, watersheds |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, |
| Waste management (non-animal management) | |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Management and drainage, nonpoint source pollution, irrigated agriculture | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Livestock and Poultry Environmental Learning Center |
| Resource Type | E-newsletter |
| Author | N/A |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | http://lpe.unl.edu/subscribe.html |
| Keyword(s) | Livestock, poultry, learning, education |
| Abstract | This is a Web site that produces a monthly e-newsletter about livestock and poultry environmental information. |
| Contact and Order | http://lpe.unl.edu/subscribe.html |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | adult(s), community organizations, households |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, pathogens (emerging issues) |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Georgia Poultry Environmental Management Systems Guidebook |
| Resource Type | Web site |
| Author | N/A |
| Publication Date | 2004 |
| URL | http://www.engr.uga.edu/service/extension/agp2/env_assess/guidebook.php |
| Keyword(s) | poultry management, EMS, environmental management systems, farm management tools, farm management, poultry management tool |
| Abstract | This guidebook will walk the user through the basic steps of understanding and creating an environmental management system (EMS) for their poultry operation. Web site also has downloadable PDF files for print use. |
| Contact and Order | Mark Risse, Extension Engineer, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, 620 Driftmier Engineering Center, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-4435, mrisse@engr.uga.edu, (706) 542-9067 |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, special interest group(s) |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal waste management-Manure management |
| Nutrient and Pesticide Management-BMP use and adoption | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Educational Purpose | Communication resource (two way), education resource (formalized learning process) |
| Title | Measuring the Success of Conservation Programs |
| Resource Type | Research Report |
| Author | Katherine Smith and Marca Weinberg |
| Publication Date | 2004 |
| URL | http://www.ers.usda.gov/AmberWaves/July06SpecialIssue/Features/Measuring.htm |
| Keyword(s) | conservation programs, farmers, farming practices, incentives, agri-environmental process models, environmental indicators |
| Abstract | This is a detailed research report investigating measuring the success of conservation programs, and, specifically, how farmers’ participation is involved in the success of these environmental programs. |
| Contact and Order | U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, educators |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Waste management (non-animal management) |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management- Irrigated agriculture | |
| Nutrient and Pesticide Management-BMP use and adoption, pesticide management standards and policy | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | National Feed Management Education Project |
| Resource Type | Web site |
| Author | Cooperative Extension Service |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | http://www.extension.org/pages/National+Feed+Management+Education+Project |
| Keyword(s) | nutrient management, manure and wastewater handling and storage, land treatment, feed management |
| Abstract | The National Feed Management Education Project’s goal is to increase the understanding of agricultural professionals about the area of Feed Management. This Web site provides lot of information about nutrient management, feed management and manure and wastewater handling and storage. |
| Contact and Order | Project Director Joe Harrison, Washington State University Puyalllup, 7612 Pioneer Way, Puyallup, WA 98371, 253-445-4638, jhharrison@wsu.edu |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, natural resource professionals |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, manure management policy—AFO/CAFO, waste management (non-animal management) |
| Nutrient and Pesticide Management-Nutrient management standards and policy | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Tap into Prevention: Drinking Water Information for Health Care Providers |
| Resource Type | Video |
| Author | Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, U.S. EPA |
| Publication Date | 2004 |
| URL | http://www.epa.gov/safewater |
| Keyword(s) | drinking water supplies, groundwater, wastewater, water contaminants, waterborn disease, drinking water and health |
| Abstract | This material (video, CD-ROM and pamphlet) is for health care providers who wish to gain continuing education credits. It covers some major drinking water health issues, including contaminants and those most easily affected. |
| Contact and Order | Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water, EPA 816-K-04-001, www.epa.gov/safewater |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | policy makers, private sector, public sector |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Pathogens (emerging issue) |
| Drinking Water and Human Health-Community water supplies, hazardous substances, pathogens and human health, private water supplies | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way), capacity building resource |
| Title | Dynamic Bibliographies |
| Resource Type | Web site |
| Author | National Ag Library |
| Publication Date | 2006 |
| URL | http://www.nal.usda.gov/wqic/ |
| Keyword(s) | Bibliographies, dynamic bibliographies, erosion, irrigation stream restoration, wetlands, drainage. |
| Abstract | Water Quality Information Dynamic Bibliographies |
| Contact and Order | USDA |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Coastal wetlands, streams, wetlands |
| Target Audience | educators, policy makers, and water, watershed, and river-way groups |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, waste management (non-animal management) |
| Watershed Management-Ecosystem management, forest health and water quality | |
| Water Policy and Economics-Water transfer | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Landmarks in Conservation |
| Resource Type | Video |
| Author | Oregon State University Extension |
| Publication Date | N/A |
| URL | http://extension.oregonstate.edu |
| Keyword(s) | conservation, natural-resource management, resource management planning, agriculture, farming |
| Abstract | This is an interactive DVD designed to help rural landowners, farmers, ranchers and foresters devise sustainable natural-resource management plans for their operations. |
| Contact and Order | Bill Braunworth, Oregon State University Extension, 541-737-1317 |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, landowner, natural resource professionals |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Irrigated agriculture | |
| Nutrient Management Standards and Policy-Pesticide management standards and policy | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | The Human Dimension of Resource Management Programs |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | Pete J. Nowak and Perry E. Cabot |
| Publication Date | 2004 |
| URL | N/A |
| Keyword(s) | resource management, research activities, conservation programs, policy instruments, land use, soil conservation, resource management assessment |
| Abstract | This report details past research on policy effectiveness for resource management. The authors suggest that a ‘human dimension’ of resource management needs to be included in determining effectiveness of resource management programs. |
| Contact and Order | Department of Rural Sociology and the Gaylord Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison. The article can also be found in the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | educators, natural resource professionals, policy makers |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Community focus | |
| Environmental Restoration-Research issues on BMPs | |
| Water Policy and Economics-Policy development | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Getting Paid for Stewardship: An Agricultural Community Water Quality Trading Guide |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | CTIC |
| Publication Date | 2006 |
| URL | http://conservationinformation.org/?action=learningcenter_publications_waterqualitytrading |
| Keyword(s) | agriculture, conservation practices, water quality trading, wastewater |
| Abstract | This guide was developed to help agricultural advisors understand why producers may want to participate in water quality trading and how water quality trading works. |
| Contact and Order | http://conservationinformation.org/?action=learningcenter_publications_waterqualitytrading |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, natural resource professionals |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, waste management (non-animal management) |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Irrigated agriculture | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Water Policy and Economics-Pollutant trading | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
| Title | Getting Paid for Stewardship: An Agricultural Community Water Quality Trading Guide |
| Resource Type | Print Materials |
| Author | CTIC |
| Publication Date | 2006 |
| URL | http://conservationinformation.org/?action=learningcenter_publications_waterqualitytrading |
| Keyword(s) | agriculture, conservation practices, water quality trading, wastewater |
| Abstract | This guide was developed to help agricultural advisors understand why producers may want to participate in water quality trading and how water quality trading works. |
| Contact and Order | http://conservationinformation.org/?action=learningcenter_publications_waterqualitytrading |
| Geographical Emphasis | National |
| Ecological Emphasis | Multiple ecosystems |
| Target Audience | agriculture, agriculture-related businesses, natural resource professionals |
| Water Topic and Subtopic | Animal Waste Management-Manure management, waste management (non-animal management) |
| Conservation and Agricultural Water Management-Irrigated agriculture | |
| Pollution Assessment and Prevention-Agriculture and rural non-farm focus | |
| Water Policy and Economics-Pollutant trading | |
| Educational Purpose | Information resource (one way) |
