Reducing Wastewater from a Swine Operation

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication discusses six areas where wastewater reduction can have a positive impact on the farm.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Treatment, Storage and Use of Swine Waste Solids

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on drying, storage and land application, and composting of swine waste solids.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

New Construction Ideas for Healthier Pigs -- Flushing System

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on a system that transfers solid and liquid wastes from a pig pen to a storage area through a shallow flushing gutterFunded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Dry Litter Waste Management System

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on a dry litter system that allows farmers to manage swine wastes without using a lot of water.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Food Discards for Swine

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine production that has been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on preparation of cooked food waste for use as swine feed.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Collection and Separation of Solid and Liquid Swine Wastes

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on daily collection and proper management of solid and liquid swine wastes.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Keeping Pigs Cool

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides information on reduction of heat stress in swine by good air circulation, shade, wet-skin cooling, and hosing.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

New Construction Ideas for Healthier Pigs -- Farrowing and Nursery

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. This publication provides suggestions for using perforated floors, farrowing crates, and farrowing and nursery pens to help raise healthy pigs, save money on construction costs, and provide increased protection for the environment.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785

Biogas Digesters

The intent of this fact sheet is to provide introductory information on swine waste management methods that have been tested on Pacific island farms. Biogas digesters yield three products: biogas, liquid effluent, and a semi-solid sludge. The biogas can be used for productive purposes, such as firing an animal food cooker or heating water. The sludge retains most of the initial phosphorous and potassium.Funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service Grant 99-38826-785