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Water balance approach for seepage measurements from liquid dairy manure storage ponds

Agreement Number
10-134
Awardee Name
Western United Dairymen
Grant Type
Classic
Project Title
Water balance approach for seepage measurements from liquid dairy manure storage ponds
Awardee State/Territory
California
Involved States/territories
California
Award Year
2010
Start Date
End Date
Award Amount
$111,692.00
Production/Use
Animal Agriculture and Husbandry
Resource Concern (Broad)
Water
Resource Concern (Specific)
Manure management
Water Quality
Conservation Practice(s)
Nutrient Management
Waste Treatment
Project Background
The purpose of this award is for the grantee to demonstrate the methodology, technology, and cost effectiveness of performing a water balance approach for seepage measurements from liquid dairy manure storage ponds, and to develop and disseminate a technical field manual to facilitate technology transfer nationwide.
Project targeted to Historically Underserved producers?
No
Awardee Technical Contact Name
Kathi Schiffler