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Vegetative Filter Strip Systems for Animal Feeding Operations

by James P Murphy Joseph P. Harner III Daniel L. Devlin

MF2454

Use grass plots to reduce nutrient runoff into surface water. Plants should have dense crown and root development; rapid top growth to reduce velocity of runoff water & fibrous roots.

Published Date: Feb 2000

Wastewater Pond Operation, Maintenance and Repair

by G. Morgan Powell Judith M. Willingham Ann Mayo

MF2290

Wastewater ponds, or lagoons, are used for treating and disposing wastewater from individual homes. The home-owner or occupant is responsible for operation, maintenance & repairs. 4-page.

Revision Date: Sep 2010

Selecting an Onsite Wastewater or Septic System

by Judith M. Willingham

MF2542

If a home does not have access to a sewer system, an onsite wastewater treatment system, often known as a septic system, must be selected and installed. There are many alternatives. 8-page.

Revision Date: Jul 2010

Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC): Guidelines for Kansas Farms

by Kerri Ebert Aleksey Y. Sheshukov Peter Tomlinson

MF3388

The Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program established reporting requirements for certain farms related to on-farm oil storage. This publication outlines the reporting requirements. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2017

Bacterial Contamination of Surface Waters in Kansas

by Daniel L. Devlin George Marchin Charles Rice

MF2460

Health risks occur when there is fecal contamination of water from human or animal sources. Common waterborne diseases include typhoid, hepatitis, dysentery, giardiasis, & cryptosporidiosis.

Published Date: Aug 2000

It’s Easy to be Green: Leader's Guide

by Donna Krug

MF2885

Teaches consumers about recycling and hazardous waste. 2-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 2009

It’s Easy to be Green: Fact Sheet

by Donna Krug

MF2886

Advice on recycling for consumers. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 2009

Community Composting: Composting Site Management Levels

by William M. Eberle

EP23

Landfills should manage yard wastes separately. Methods will vary depending on the volume and type of material, space available, and equipment.

Published Date: May 1995

Guide for Community Yard Waste Composting in Kansas

by William M. Eberle

MF2275

Learn more about community composting, an economical alternative for disposing of yard trimmings. 16-page, b/w.

Published Date: Aug 1997

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