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Managing runoff and erosion on croplands and pastures
(University of Georgia, 2009-03-09)
Runoff occurs when the rate of rainfall exceeds the rate that soil can absorb it (infiltration). Sediment transported to streams and lakes by runoff is the largest single pollutant of surface water. Sediment resulting from ...
Cotton Integrated Pest Management
(University of Georgia, 2010-02-10)
This publication describes ways to assess your farm's use of, and implement a plan of action for applying Integrated Pest Management (IPM) when growing cotton. IPM incorporates a variety of cultural, biological and chemical ...
Environmental checklist for nurseries, greenhouses and turfgrass producers
(University of Georgia, 2010-06-07)
Georgia’s nurseries, greenhouses and turfgrass businesses are major contributors to Georgia’s growing economy, to the beauty of Georgia homes and businesses, and to a better quality of life. When used appropriately, the ...
Environmental policy statements: explaining what you do, how you do it, and where you want to go
(University of Georgia, 2009-05-12)
By drafting an environmental policy statement, you can begin to "flesh out" what is likely already understood and practiced on your farm, and also provide a framework for future improvement and resource conservation.
Pesticide storage and handling
(University of Georgia, 2010-04-28)
In certain areas of the country, pesticides are showing up where they are not wanted - in the drinking water. Fortunately, there are not widespread reports of pesticides occurring in Georgia drinking water. However, if ...
Broiler litter management
(University of Georgia, 2009-05-12)
Poultry litter is very valuable to farmers as an organic fertilizer and also as a commodity for sale to other farmers. Despite its benefits, farmers also have to be concerned about soil and water quality associated with ...
Improving household wastewater treatment
(University of Georgia, 2010-05-24)
Many rural and suburban homes and virtually all farmsteads use a septic system or similar onsite wastewater treatment system. While these systems are generally economical and safe, household wastewater can contain contaminates ...
Management of irrigation systems
(University of Georgia, 2009-02-23)
Ground water supplies a large percentage of the drinking water in south Georgia. Poor irrigation practices and irrigation systems that do not apply water uniformly represent a real pollution threat to ground water. Excess ...
Petroleum storage and handling
(University of Georgia, 2009-02-02)
A small gasoline leak of one drop per second can often go unnoticed, but it could result in the release of about 400 gallons of gasoline in one year. Not only does this cause economic loss, but it also causes environmental ...
Beef production
(University of Georgia, 2009-04-19)
Because beef production practices, such as livestock water supply and supplemental feeding areas, are often visible to the public, beef cattle producers are encouraged to voluntarily adopt practices that minimize adverse ...