Project: MLMMI 2012-09
Objective
The objective of this project is to increase our understanding of how producers can use a modified multi-celled manure storage design to enhance the management of manure P.
Performer
DGH Engineering Ltd.
12 Aviation Blvd.,
St. Andrews, MB R1A 3N5
Details
Status: Completed
Started: 2012-12-05
Completed: 2013-10-01
Funding Partners: who have contributed to MLMMI in support of this project:
This project is funded by the Agri-Food Research and Development Initiative (ARDI) under the Canada-Manitoba Growing Forward Initiative - $13,750
Manitoba Pork Council - $13,750
Amount Funded: $27,500.00
Performer Funded: $0.00
Total Cost: $27,500.00
Activity
Final report due March 29, 2013
Summary
Note to Reader concerning Phosphorous Redistribution Projects
In order to comply with current provincial manure management regulations, livestock producers in phosphorus surplus areas of Manitoba have to implement ways to redistribute nutrients to phosphorus deficient areas. The Manitoba Livestock Manure Management Initiative (MLMMI) is undertaking a series of projects to find effective affordable solutions for producers. This report is one of these projects.
All options available to producers in phosphorus surplus areas are under consideration. These include but are not limited to manure separation, manure handling and storage, and liquid manure transportation. This report is only one of many options that are under consideration.
Its been proven that gravitational settling will cause the P rich solids in liquid manure to settle to the bottom of the slurry in an earthen manure storage or vessel. This project consisted of a review of literature; an analysis of data in the literature; and the development of conceptual method to use gravity separation systems. It includes conceptual designs.