Sustainable Agricultural Management Practices for Nurseries
|
|
- Alan Dawson
- 6 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 Slide 1 Sustainable Agricultural Management Practices for Nurseries Salvatore Mangiafico Rutgers Cooperative Extension Environmental and Resource Management Agent This presentation will discuss some aspects of the subject of sustainable nursery production. It will cover the concept of sustainability in agriculture, a few of current topics relevant to the nursery industry, and couple of resources available to growers on the topic of sustainability.
2 Slide 2 The Concept of Sustainability The concept of sustainability in agriculture.
3 Slide 3 profit, people, and planet or the triple bottom line this is one common concept of sustainability in relation to agriculture photo: adapted from K.A. Williams, D.J. Merhaut, and S.S. Mangiafico Nutrient management: Integrating irrigation, root media, and fertilization. In Water and Nutrient Management for Floriculture Crops. University of California ANR Press. The term sustainability is often defined as meeting the needs of today without compromising the needs of the future, or sometimes of future generations. One common way to conceptualize sustainability in agricultural production is to see at the intersection of three spheres: the economic, the social, and the environmental. Or profit, people, and planet. And sometimes called the triple bottom line. Sometimes people think of sustainability as doing things a little bit better, keeping in mind considerations of environmental consequences and social concerns, and considering how today s production and business decisions influence the viability of the nursery operation in the future.
4 Slide 4 profit Some thoughts: would decisions for long-term profitability and short-term profitability be different? investing in equipment or knowledge... will resources be more expensive in the future? conserving resources equals conserving money: water, fertilizer, pesticides, energy, labor better crops equals better profit if labor is a large cost, how can it be made more efficient? alternative crops photo: adapted from K.A. Williams, D.J. Merhaut, and S.S. Mangiafico Nutrient management: Integrating irrigation, root media, and fertilization. In Water and Nutrient Management for Floriculture Crops. University of California ANR Press. Economic sustainability involves considering long term profitability. While almost every aspect of a business s operation plays into its profitability, a few aspects of economic sustainability include the efficient use of resources and labor, the production of profitable crops, and the interplay of short-term and long-term profitability. One question from this perspective is if decisions for long-term profitability would be different than those for short-term profitability. As a separate consideration, if resources such as fertilizer, water, pesticides, energy, and labor will become more expensive in the future, investing in equipment or knowledge to require less of these resources may be profitable.
5 Slide 5 people Some thoughts: includes all the people outside your operation that are affected by what you do usually: workers pay and living conditions, social justice, and how agriculture contributes to the economic life and agrarian character of the community. products contribute beauty and enhance the lives of the endconsumers photo: adapted from K.A. Williams, D.J. Merhaut, and S.S. Mangiafico Nutrient management: Integrating irrigation, root media, and fertilization. In Water and Nutrient Management for Floriculture Crops. University of California ANR Press. Social sustainability includes considering how your operation affects all people outside your operation. Typically in discussions of sustainability in agriculture, social sustainability is mostly concerned with workers pay and living conditions, social justice, and also how agriculture contributes to the economic life and agrarian character of a community. In ornamental plant production, an additional consideration is the ways in which the products contribute to beauty and enhance the lives of then end-consumers.
6 Slide 6 planet Some thoughts: some aspects are closely tied to good production practices: nutrient management, IPM, and irrigation scheduling water use and water pollution root medium materials soil erosion prevention other aspects may be external to production (buffers and cover crops to prevent erosion, runoff treatment and reuse). regulations marketing opportunities photo: adapted from K.A. Williams, D.J. Merhaut, and S.S. Mangiafico Nutrient management: Integrating irrigation, root media, and fertilization. In Water and Nutrient Management for Floriculture Crops. University of California ANR Press. Environmental sustainability in agriculture usually focuses on water conservation and water pollution prevention, as well as soil conservation. For container-grown crops, considerations of the sustainability of soilless media materials is sometimes discussed, with alternative materials such as wood chips in the Southeast U.S. considered. Some aspects of environmental sustainability are related to good production practices such as proper nutrient management, integrated pest management, and good irrigation practices. Other aspects may be somewhat external to crop production, such as recycling tailwater and using vegetated buffers to treat runoff and stormwater.
7 Slide 7 luckily, to a large extent, each supports the others... Example... efficient use of water and fertilizers To a large extent, these three aspects of sustainable production coincide with one another: for example, the efficient use of water and fertilizers promotes the profitability of an operation, both in keeping down costs and producing better crops. The efficient use of water and fertilizer also conserve water resources and minimize the risk of nutrient runoff. Together these economic and environmental benefits enhance the local community through contributing economically and preserving local resources.
8 Slide 8 profit, people, and planet or the triple bottom line the whole concept again... all decisions are considered in light of their relations to other components and in light of the future photo: adapted from K.A. Williams, D.J. Merhaut, and S.S. Mangiafico Nutrient management: Integrating irrigation, root media, and fertilization. In Water and Nutrient Management for Floriculture Crops. University of California ANR Press. Putting these three aspects of sustainability together, sustainable nursery production is found at the intersection of economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Here decisions are made considering how today s production and business decisions influence the viability of the nursery operation in the future as well as considering the people and environment affected by these decisions.
9 Slide 9 Current Topics in Sustainability Current topics in sustainability.
10 Slide 10 The concept of sustainability could apply to just about every aspect of production and management... - crop selection - water / fertilizer / pesticide management - energy - labor - marketing - soil conservation / pollutant runoff / stormwater Salvatore Mangiafico The concept of sustainability could apply to just about every aspect of production and management. Some topics that are sometimes discussed with the idea of sustainability include crop selection for better profitability; good water, fertilizer, and pesticide management; energy conservation, especially considering rising energy costs; labor supply and efficiency; marketing; and soil conservation, runoff prevention, and stormwater management.
11 Slide 11 Water conservation - In NJ, high population density, residential landscapes, industry, agriculture, and environmental and recreational uses together create large demand - Outdoor water use is a significant portion of residential water use, particularly in summer - Total freshwater use for New Jersey in 2005 averaged 1,930 million gallons per day. - Public water supply combined with domestic well use totaled 1,038 million gallons per day, or about 120 gallons per person per day Salvatore Mangiafico Mangiafico, Obropta, Rossi-Griffin, Higgins, "Landscaping for water conservation", Rutgers Cooperative Extension One current topic of interest for the nursery industry is water conservation and availability. Water resources in New Jersey are strained by a combination of large population, residential landscapes, agriculture, industry, and environmental and recreational uses, despite being a relatively water-rich state. Outdoor water use, including for landscape irrigation, is a significant portion of residential water use, particularly in summer months. Total freshwater use New Jersey in 2005 averaged 1,930 million gallons per day, with the portion of this for public water supply and domestic well use being 1,038 million gallons per day. Given a population of about 9 million people, this amounts to about 120 gallons per person per day for just the domestic and well use.
12 Slide 12 Water conservation consumptive and nonconsumptive uses... Mangiafico, Obropta, Rossi-Griffin, Higgins, "Landscaping for water conservation", Rutgers Cooperative Extension This table is adapted from a U.S. Geological Survey publication, and was developed for a Rutgers Cooperative Extension bulletin. It shows the water use in New Jersey, in 2005, in million gallons per day. Public supply and domestic well the two columns on the left total 1,038 million gallons per day, or more than half of the total. The other notably large figure in the table is for thermo-electric power second from the right with 663 million gallons per day. Crop irrigation used 95 million gallons per day, or about 5 percent. When interpreting these values, it is important to appreciate that a distinction is often made between consumptive use of water and non-consumptive uses. Much of industrial, thermo-electric, and indoor domestic use of water is considered non-consumptive, since the majority of water is relatively quickly returned to a river or other surface water. In contrast, crop irrigation and landscape irrigation is considered consumptive water use, since the majority of the water evaporates to the atmosphere.
13 Slide 13 Water conservation - Historically, water withdrawals have caused a lowering of aquifer levels and in some cases problems of saltwater intrusion in the state. Since 1998, some aquifers have recovered while others continue to be further depleted. - Municipalities have had drought-dependent watering restrictions - NJDEP is developing model ordinance for outdoor water conservation. Salvatore Mangiafico Mangiafico, Obropta, Rossi-Griffin, "A Lawn Care Education Program to Address Water Conservation and Water Pollution Prevention in New Jersey", Journal of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents In New Jersey, water withdrawals over the last several decades have caused a lowering of aquifer levels and in some cases issues of saltwater intrusion into groundwater supplies. Since 1998, some aquifers have recovered, but in other areas they have not improved. Municipalities often impose watering and other water-use restrictions during drought conditions, and the state Department of Environmental Protection is considering developing a model ordinance that municipalities can adopt to restrict landscape irrigation throughout the year. These observations underscore the fact that water conservation will continue to be a resource management issue in New Jersey.
14 Slide 14 Water conservation Importance to the nursery industry - if the cost of water rises or there are supply limitations - good water management equals better nutrient management and better crops - public perception Salvatore Mangiafico The issue of water resources may directly impact the nursery industry if the cost of water rises or if there are supply limitations. Judicious water use benefits the industry since good water management leads to better nutrient management and better crops. Furthermore, the industry benefits from positive public perception of the industry as a good neighbor who conserves local water resources.
15 Slide 15 Water conservation Nursery industry actions - efficient irrigation systems and proper rates - rainwater harvesting - tailwater reuse - reclaimed water as a future solution (treated water from wastewater treatment plants) - industry involvement in government and public discussions Salvatore Mangiafico Industry actions that conserve water include: efficient irrigation systems and proper irrigation rates; rainwater harvesting; tailwater reuse; the possibility of reclaimed water use; and industry involvement in government and public discussions.
16 Slide 16 Water pollution prevention - Concern for potential of nutrient and pesticide losses - States are beginning to enact legislation or regulations that affect agricultural runoff. - Legislation regarding water use and/or quality has been implemented in California, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, Oregon, and Texas. Salvatore Mangiafico Lea-Cox, et al. "A Nursery and Greenhouse Online Knowledge Center: Learning Opportunities for Sustainable Practice", HortTechnology, June (3) Fernandez et al., 2009, "NCDC216: A New Multistate Group for Water Management and Quality for Ornamental Crop Production and Health", SNA Research Conference Vol. 54 A second topic of interest to the nursery industry is water pollution prevention. In several areas of the country, there has been concern about the potential for nutrient and pesticide losses from agricultural lands including those in nursery production. This had lead to interest in laws or regulations in several states to prevent water pollution related to agriculture.
17 Slide 17 Water pollution prevention - In New Jersey, many lakes and rivers are listed as impacted for phosphorus. - (Phosphorus could come from a variety of sources including home and agricultural fertilizers, wildlife wastes, treated wastewater, etc.) - Nitrogen is also a concern for coastal waters like Barnegat Bay. - (Water quality problems in Barnegat Bay usually blamed on increases in residential development in the watershed.) - Pesticides in runoff from both residential and agriculture have been studied nationally and in certain specifically areas. Salvatore Mangiafico In New Jersey, several lakes and rivers are impacted by phosphorus pollution. Phosphorus can come from a variety of sources including home and agricultural fertilizers, wildlife wastes, treated wastewater, and many other sources. Nitrogen is a pollutant of concern in coastal waterbodies including Barnegat Bay and can also come from fertilizers among many other sources. Water quality problems in Barnegat Bay are usually blamed on increases in residential development in the watershed development in recent decades. The potential for pesticide runoff from agricultural land and residential development has been investigated nationally and in specific studies and areas.
18 Slide 18 Water pollution prevention - Mechanisms exist to improve impacted waters: TMDL process, derived from the Clean Water Act - Locally, the upper sections of the Cohansey River and Salem River are listed by NJDEP as priority watersheds, impacted by phosphorus and fecal contamination. Salvatore Mangiafico Legal mechanisms exist to attempt to improve impacted waters. These include the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) process where states determine the reductions of pollutants needed for rivers and lakes to meet their designated uses. While states historically have used education and voluntary approaches to address non-point source pollution, including that from agriculture, regulatory approaches consistent with state law are possible.. Locally, in Cumberland and Salem Counties, the upper sections of the Cohansey River and Salem River are both impacted by phosphorus and fecal contamination and are listed by the state Department of Environmental Protection as priority watersheds.
19 Slide 19 Water pollution prevention Nursery actions: - irrigation management is key to control nutrient runoff - source control BMPs: nutrient management and IPM - runoff treatment and capture: tailwater recycling, vegetated filters, bio-retention, etc. Salvatore Mangiafico Nursery industry actions to prevent water pollution include: good irrigation management to minimize nutrient leaching and runoff; good nutrient management and integrated pest management; and the treatment of runoff and stormwater through tailwater recycling, vegetated filters, and other methods.
20 Slide 20 Other current local topics Impervious cover - greenhouses and temporary structures, compacted soils, roads - concepts of connected and disconnected impervious cover Salvatore Mangiafico One other current topic of interest to the nursery industry is concern about the potential for impervious cover at nursery sites, including greenhouses and temporary structures, compacted soils, and roads. In evaluating the amount of impervious cover at nursery sites, it s important to consider the distinction between connected impervious cover where impervious surfaces like greenhouse roofs and roads drain directly to other impervious surfaces and then to stormwater conveyances like ditches and storm drains, and can contribute significantly to stormwater amounts, and disconnected impervious cover where impervious surfaces drain to pervious areas like grassed alleys or crop areas, and thereby contribute to stormwater runoff far less.
21 Slide 21 Other current local topics Soil erosion - Nursery land typically stabilized with grassed alleyways, shell or gravel cover, etc. Salvatore Mangiafico One final current topic of interest to the nursery industry is the prevention of soil erosion. Land in nursery production is usually stable through the use of grassed alleyways, perennial crops, shell or gravel cover on roads, and other practices.
22 Slide 22 Some Resources As a final subject in this presentation, a few resources available to growers who are interested in exploring sustainable production in more detail.
23 Slide 23 NJAES Sustainable Nursery Production website One resource is the Rutgers Experiment Station sustainable nursery production website..
24 Slide 24 Subject areas on this site include a list of expert faculty and publications.
25 Slide 25 Posted publications include guides specifically on sustainable practices,
26 Slide 26 and those on other topics such as irrigation and nutrient management.
27 Slide 27 Protecting Natural Resources at Field Nurseries: Sustainable Agricultural Management Practices for Soil, Water, Nutrient, and Pesticide Conservation g Natural Resources at Field Nurseries.pdf One document available on this site is a manual for field nurseries covering sustainable practices.. Natural Resources at Field Nurseries.pdf
28 Slide 28 Its cover.
29 Slide 29 And a few pages from it.
30 Slide 30.
31 Slide 31 Salvatore Mangiafico County Environmental and Resource Management Agent Cooperative Extension of Salem County 51 Cheney Rd, Ste. 1 Woodstown, NJ mangiafico@njaes.rutgers.edu
Sustainable Water Resource Practices
Sustainable Water Resource Practices This section is related to and shoudl be read in conjunction with the Land Use Element, and Conservation Element. Implementing sustainable water resource practices
More informationSalem River Water Quality
Slide 1 Salem River Water Quality Salvatore Mangiafico County Environmental and Resource Management Agent Cooperative Extension of Salem and Cumberland Counties This presentation will review some information
More informationSpray Irrigation of Treated Wastewater. A Sensible Approach to Wastewater Management. Promoting Beneficial Reuse of Reclaimed Water
Spray Irrigation of Treated Wastewater A Sensible Approach to Wastewater Management Promoting Beneficial Reuse of Reclaimed Water Ronald E. Graeber Program Manager Ground Water Discharges Section Division
More informationWater Quality in the Upper Cohansey Watershed
Slide 1 Water Quality in the Upper Cohansey Watershed Salvatore Mangiafico County Environmental and Resource Management Agent Cooperative Extension of Salem and Cumberland Counties This talk will present
More informationGI BMP Training Program Review Worksheets
GI BMP Training Program Review Worksheets 2/7/2013 Version 1 ANSWER KEY Instructions: Use the worksheets as a guide to review key learning points and information provided during the training program. Depending
More informationOur Eastern Shore Groundwater Part IV Groundwater Quality on the Eastern Shore: How safe is our groundwater and are there ways we can protect it?
Our Eastern Shore Groundwater Part IV Groundwater Quality on the Eastern Shore: How safe is our groundwater and are there ways we can protect it? Britt McMillan, Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. Mercury Venus Mars
More informationSource Water Protection Practices Bulletin Managing Turfgrass and Garden Fertilizer Application to Prevent Contamination of Drinking Water
United States Office of Water EPA 816-F-01-029 Environmental Protection (4606) July 2001 Agency Source Water Protection Practices Bulletin Managing Turfgrass and Garden Fertilizer Application to Prevent
More informationSlide 1: Welcome to today s The Nitrogen Cycle presentation, where we ll be talking to you about the importance of nitrogen in our environment.
Slide 1: Welcome to today s The Nitrogen Cycle presentation, where we ll be talking to you about the importance of nitrogen in our environment. 1 Slide 2: Barnegat Bay, like many coastal areas in the country,
More informationParaprofessional Training Session 1
Paraprofessional Training Session 1 Part 2: Stormwater Basics November 26, 2012 Rutgers University, Cook Campus Christopher C. Obropta, Ph.D., P.E. Extension Specialist in Water Resources Associate Professor
More informationSpray Irrigation : RIBs Spray
Spray Irrigation : RIBs DNREC s Perspective on Beneficial Reuse in Delaware Ronald E. Graeber Program Manager I Ground Water Discharges Section Ronald.graeber@state.de.us (302) 739-99489948 On-Site Wastewater
More informationELK RAPIDS TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
ELK RAPIDS TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Michigan Department of Natural Resources
More informationA Primer on Stormwater Management, your Facility and the Chesapeake Bay. Tom Schueler Chesapeake Stormwater Network June
A Primer on Stormwater Management, your Facility and the Chesapeake Bay Tom Schueler Chesapeake Stormwater Network June 5. 2017 Key Themes Why do we need to be concerned about Stormwater? What are all
More informationStormwater BMP Maintenance
Stormwater BMP Maintenance Background and Definitions What is Stormwater Runoff? Stormwater Stormwater is the result of precipitation that flows overland to streams and other bodies of water Stormwater
More informationWhat Does It All Mean? CWA? Sara Esposito, P.E. DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship
What Does It All Mean? CWA? Sara Esposito, P.E. DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship sara.esposito@state.de.us Why are we here? Just like pavement has helped move cars faster; it has also helped water
More informationThe Status of Pompeston Creek, : From Data to Action. Pompeston Creek Watershed Association
Pompeston Creek Watershed Association P.O. Box 2883 Cinnaminson, NJ 08077 (856) 235-9204 www.pompestoncreek.org The Status of Pompeston Creek, 1998-2008: From Data to Action Pompeston Creek Watershed Association
More informationThe Next Generation of Stormwater Management and Site Design. Melanie R. Grigsby, P.E. Stormwater Resource Manager, City of Fort Myers
The Next Generation of Stormwater Management and Site Design Melanie R. Grigsby, P.E. Stormwater Resource Manager, City of Fort Myers History of WMD Stormwater Rule Florida passed the first rule requiring
More informationHow is Water Quality Affected by Land Use?
Watershed Connections Lesson Les4 3 How is Water Quality Affected by Land Use? Overview What are the benefits of a healthy watershed? What are examples of land uses? What types of pollution can come from
More informationCHAPTER 4 WATERSHED PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES
4.0 Introduction CHAPTER 4 WATERSHED PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES After the watershed analysis had been completed, the next step in the planning process followed by the group was to come up with goals and objectives
More informationWATERSHED RESTORATION PLAN
WATERSHED RESTORATION PLAN FOR THE UPPER COHANSEY RIVER WATERSHED SCOPE OF WORK Background Information The proposed watershed study area for the Upper Cohansey River is 30.4 square miles. Based upon numerous
More informationVILLAGE OF BELLAIRE WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
VILLAGE OF BELLAIRE WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Michigan Department of Natural Resources
More informationLEED Credits. How FieldTurf Can Contribute To Obtaining
How FieldTurf Can Contribute To Obtaining LEED Credits AlternaScapes, Inc. 2231 Whitfield Park Ave Sarasota, FL 34243 Phone: 941-753-3312 Toll Free: 800-445-2944 Fax: 941-753-3314 Email: info@justlikegrass.com
More informationOrange County Fertilizer Application Education Course for Citizens
Orange County Fertilizer Application Education Course for Citizens Thanks for taking the time to learn how to keep Central Florida beautiful while protecting our water quality! Why is Orange County Requiring
More informationMaryland Nutrient Management Program
Maryland Nutrient Management Program Nutrient management planning plays a key role in reducing nutrients from agricultural non-point sources Maryland Nutrient Management Program (MNMP) was established
More informationBANKS TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
BANKS TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Michigan Department of Natural Resources
More informationENHANCING AND PROTECTING WATER QUALITY, QUANTITY, AND SUPPLY
FLORIDA EXTENSION INITIATIVE #2: ENHANCING AND PROTECTING WATER QUALITY, QUANTITY, AND SUPPLY STATEWIDE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN URBAN WATER QUALITY SITUATION Florida is uniquely characterized by its numerous
More informationConditional Waiver of Waste Discharge Requirements for Discharges from Irrigated Lands
Conditional Waiver of Waste Discharge Requirements for Discharges from Irrigated Lands Jenny Newman Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board 320 West 4th Street, Suite 200 Los Angeles, CA 90013
More informationCLEARWATER TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
CLEARWATER TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Michigan Department of Environmental Quality July 2011 Purpose The Grand
More informationMunicipal Stormwater Management Plan Prepared For The Borough of Cape May Point By Van Note-Harvey Associates VNH File No.
Municipal Stormwater Management Plan Prepared For The Borough of Cape May Point By Van Note-Harvey Associates 2005 VNH File No. 35317-210-21 Table of Contents Introduction... 3 Goals... 3 Storm water Discussion...
More informationWater Conservation Planning: How a Systems Approach to Irrigation Promotes Sustainable Water Use
Water Conservation Planning: How a Systems Approach to Irrigation Promotes Sustainable Water Use Michael E. Sullivan and Walter M. Delp Natural Resources Conservation Service Little Rock, Arkansas michael.sullivan@ar.usda.gov
More informationMaryland Phase II WIP Strategies. MONTGOMERY Agriculture - Annual Practices
Maryland Phase II Strategies MONTGOMERY Agriculture - Annual Practices BMP Name Conservation Tillage Acres/Year 28,436 27,984 27,677 Cover Crop Acres/Year 4,275 10,816 11,000 Cropland Irrigation Management
More informationWater Quality Record Keeping
Water Quality Record Keeping Ag Water Quality Program University of California Cooperative Extension County of San Diego http://cesandiego.ucdavis.edu 858-694-2845 Introduction Agriculture is under increasing
More informationReservoir age, increasing human population,
B-6249 02/12 Eagle Mountain Watershed Management Brent Clayton, Justin Mechell, David Waidler and Clint Wolfe* Reservoir age, increasing human population, and changing land uses have prompted the development
More informationReducing Pollution at Its Source. Laurie Albrecht UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Extension Agent Palm Beach County
Reducing Pollution at Its Source Laurie Albrecht UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Extension Agent Palm Beach County University of Florida Initiative #2: Enhancing and protecting water quality, quantity
More informationHighland Lakes Watershed Ordinance Regulations Handbook
www.lcra.org Highland Lakes Watershed Ordinance Regulations Handbook 2 Highland Lakes Watershed Frequently Asked Questions What is stormwater pollution? Stormwater pollution comes from diffuse, not concentrated,
More informationImportance of Reclaimed Water in Florida
Importance of Reclaimed Water in Florida Lawrence R. Parsons University of Florida / IFAS, Citrus Research and Education Center, 700 Experiment Station Road, Lake Alfred, FL 33850 Abstract. Florida is
More informationMunicipal Stormwater Management Planning
Municipal Stormwater Management Planning Christopher C. Obropta, Ph.D., P.E. Water Resources Extension Specialist with Rutgers Cooperative Extension Assistant Professor with Department of Environmental
More informationEffectiveness of Non-Structural Measures in Watershed Restoration
Effectiveness of Non-Structural Measures in Watershed Restoration Bill Frost, PE, D.WRE Sr. Water Resources Engineer KCI Technologies, Inc. Sparks, MD 2011 Low Impact Development Symposium Philadelphia,
More informationRainwater Harvesting and Water Reuse. Water Conservation: half-empty or half-full? Regional Webinar Series March 1, 2011
Rainwater Harvesting and Water Reuse Water Conservation: half-empty or half-full? Regional Webinar Series March 1, 2011 Reclaimed Water Use Webinar: Water Conservation Using Reclaimed Water in the Urban
More informationSt. Johns River Water Quality Projects. St. Johns River Water Quality Projects Fiscal Year
St. Johns River Water Quality Projects Fiscal Year 2011 2012 The St. Johns River is an invaluable part of Florida and is central to our quality of life. However, for decades, the river has suffered from
More informationFrom the Ground Up- Field Soil Considerations
From the Ground Up- Field Soil Considerations Ted Bilderback Nursery Extension Specialist Department of Horticulture Science North Carolina State University Ted_Bilderback@ncsu.edu http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/nursery/
More informationDC STORMWATER PLAN CONSOLIDATED TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TDML) IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
DC STORMWATER PLAN CONSOLIDATED TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TDML) IMPLEMENTATION PLAN CONTENTS Introduction 1 The Challenge 5 The Solution 7 Tracking Progress 11 What can you do? 15 INTRODUCTION The DC Stormwater
More informationTORCH LAKE TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
TORCH LAKE TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Michigan Department of Natural Resources
More informationEnvironmental Management in the Mushroom Industry by Adam Mowery. Mushroom Industry Conference June 15, 2010
Environmental Management in the Mushroom Industry by Adam Mowery Mushroom Industry Conference June 15, 2010 Mushroom Farm Environmental Management Plan (MFEMP) A carefully documented plan that outlines
More informationPaying for Improvement: Stormwater Utilities & Drainage Districts Eric W. Fowle, AICP
Paying for Improvement: Stormwater Utilities & Drainage Districts Eric W. Fowle, AICP Executive Director STORMWATER UTILITIES What is a storm water utility? Under state law, a municipality has the authority
More informationBrian Boman Tom Obreza Eric Simonne
Brian Boman bjbo@ufl.edu Tom Obreza obreza@ufl.edu Eric Simonne esimonne@ufl.edu TMDL and BMAP Status BMP Website bmp.ifas.ufl.edu BMP Reference Library Effects of Soil Properties on Water & Nutrient
More informationPennsylvania Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual. Chapter 3. Stormwater Management Principles and Recommended Control Guidelines
Pennsylvania Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual Chapter 3 Stormwater Management Principles and Recommended Control Guidelines 363-0300-002 / December 30, 2006 Chapter 3 Stormwater Management Principles
More informationTable 1. Relationship between critical areas and key functions. Shaded areas represent functions associated with each critical area. Storage.
Flow Storage Nutrients Temperature Bacteria Contaminants Cowlitz County Voluntary Stewardship Program 4 Goals, Benchmarks, Strategies and Indicators 4.1 Approach Goals and Benchmarks Critical Areas Functions
More information5. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Central Orange County Integrated Regional Water Management Plan 5. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES 5.1 STRATEGIES INAPPLICABLE TO REGION Nearly all types of resource management strategies are applicable
More informationCity of Winter Haven Water Sustainability Program. Mike Britt, P.E., Natural Resources Division
Florida Stormwater Association EXCELLENCE AWARD for STORMWATER PROGRAMS and PROJECTS NOMINATION FORM I. Nomination Information Nomination Category (please check only one box): Program (Department/Division)
More informationAppendix X: Non-Point Source Pollution
Appendix X: Non-Point Source Pollution Sources Nonpoint source of pollution, unlike pollution from industrial and sewage treatment plants, comes from many different sources. Nonpoint source pollution is
More informationNutrient Management in. A presentation to the West Metro Water Alliance
Nutrient Management in Developing and Agricultural Areas A presentation to the West Metro Water Alliance Chris Meehan, P.E. May 25, 2011 Agenda Physical Improvements Planning Improvements How to get it
More informationWASA Quiz Review. Chapter 2
WASA Quiz Review Chapter 2 Question#1 What is surface runoff? part of the water cycle that flows over land as surface water instead of being absorbed into groundwater or evaporating Question #2 What are
More informationSupport legislation that will protect the quantity of water in Lake Erie
Specific Regional Priorities Each of Pennsylvania s major drainage basins has an array of individual characteristics that distinguish it from other regions of the state. These include diverse geographic
More informationo o o
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Percentage of Respondents 7 66 6 25 25 9 11 22 13 28 0-10 years 11-20 years 21-30 years 30+ years Percentage of Decision Maker Respondents Percentage of Respondents 6
More informationWatershed Management Area Recommendations for NJ Water Policy
Watershed Management Area Recommendations for NJ Water Policy Presenters: William Kibler, Director of Policy, Raritan Headwaters Association Bob Kecskes, Freelance Environmental Consultant, retired NJDEP
More informationGroundwater Recharge from Agricultural Areas in the Flatwoods Region of South Florida 1
ABE 370 Groundwater Recharge from Agricultural Areas in the Flatwoods Region of South Florida 1 Sanjay Shukla and Fouad H. Jaber 2 Introduction Groundwater provides freshwater for drinking, agricultural
More informationFact Sheet. Chesapeake Bay Water Quality
Fact Sheet Chesapeake Bay Water Quality Water quality is a critical measure of the Chesapeake Bay s health. For the Bay to be healthy and productive, the water must be safe for people and must support
More informationChesapeake Bay s Problems
Environmental Issues for the Chesapeake Bay Russ Perkinson Virginia State Feed Association Conference February 16, 2011 Chesapeake Bay s Problems Congressional appropriation of $27 million for six year
More informationGrower Survey of Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Please provide the following information: Today s date: VCAILG ID Number: Information for person completing this survey: Name: Operation Information: Operation Name: Title: Owner or Grower Name: Phone:
More informationStreamlines V2, n2 (May 1997) A Newsletter for North Carolina Water Supply Watershed Administrators
Page 1 of 5 STREAMLINES A Newsletter for North Carolina Water Supply Watershed Administrators Volume 2, Number 2 May 1997 Non-Point Source (NPS) Pollution This issue of Streamlines provides basic information
More informationEPA Stormwater Update
EPA Stormwater Update Ken Moraff 3/27/13 http://www.flickr.com/photos/chefmattrock/4780312471/ Massachusetts 2010 Rhode Island 2010 Vermont 2011 http://www.flickr.com/photos/tomswift/6102959612/ Charles
More informationINTRODUCTION TO HOBBY FARMING AND WATER QUALITY
SECTION ONE INTRODUCTION TO HOBBY FARMING AND WATER QUALITY This is a handbook for owners of Hobby Farms - small scale farms operated primarily as a residential lifestyle - to provide their owners with
More informationPA experienced major storms that resulted in over $1 billion dollars worth of damages since Since 1954 more than $16 billion in damages
Maintain the Rain: Why Keeping It Out Of The Drain Makes Dollar Sense Janie French PA Environmental Council And Lisa Brown Nine Mile Run Watershed Association The Cost of Flooding in PA PA experienced
More informationCenter for Nutrient Solutions (CNS) Nutrient Solution Scenarios Concept Paper September 5, 2014 Draft
I. Introduction Center for Nutrient Solutions (CNS) Nutrient Solution Scenarios Concept Paper September 5, 2014 Draft A key goal of the CNS is to develop and test tools for evaluating tactics and strategies
More informationChesapeake Bay Maryland Phase I WIP Strategy Key Concepts: Septics and Stormwater June 13 th, 2011
1 Chesapeake Bay Maryland Phase I WIP Strategy Key Concepts: Septics and Stormwater June 13 th, 2011 Topics Covered Purpose of Reviewing Phase I WIP Context of our WIP Planning Urban Stormwater Septic
More informationLOW FLOW SHOWERHEADS AND FAUCETS
XERISCAPING This is a technique used with outdoor landscaping of properties, usually in dry climates. This landscaping uses plants that require little to no watering. Frequently this would involve cacti
More informationSTREAM AND BUFFER AREA PROTECTION/RESTORATION
STREAM AND BUFFER AREA PROTECTION/RESTORATION AMENDMENT OPTIONS TO STRENGTHEN POLICY IN HEADWATERS AREAS DRAFT SUBSEQUENT TO THE JANUARY 25, 2007 MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
More informationAgricultural Chemicals and Groundwater Protection
Economic Considerations of Nutrient Management BMPs Concern about nutrients from fertilizers and manure degrading water supplies has resulted in a search for nutrient management approaches that protect
More informationPost-Development Stormwater Runoff Performance Standards
Post-Development Stormwater Runoff Performance Standards December 9, 2014 Topics Why performance standards? What practices/requirements are in effect in other States? The Workgroup s preliminary and final
More informationEducation and Outreach Plan
Education and Outreach Plan CRWD 2010 Watershed Management Plan - 9/1/2010 Appendix E - 1 Education and Outreach Plan CRWD 2010 Watershed Management Plan - 9/1/2010 Appendix E - 2 CRWD 2010 Watershed Management
More informationWater Supply Water Quality Water Reuse and Conservation Watershed Management Interagency Coordination
WATER ELEMENT INTRODUCTION Water is one of the most critical resources for the Merced County economy and for the quality of life of its residents. Both surface water and groundwater supplies are an important
More informationNorwalk Harbor Report Card
Norwalk Harbor Report Card C+ Following the water s trail from your house, into the river, and to the Harbor The way land is used in a watershed has a significant effect on water quality. In areas where
More informationReducing Unavoidable Nutrient Losses from Horticultural Crops. Sanjay Shukla Brian Boman Bob Ebel Ed Hanlon Pam Roberts SWFREC and IRREC UF/IFAS
Reducing Unavoidable Nutrient Losses from Horticultural Crops Sanjay Shukla Brian Boman Bob Ebel Ed Hanlon Pam Roberts SWFREC and IRREC UF/IFAS Unavoidable Leaching Losses Hendricks et al., 2007 Unavoidable
More informationA BRIEF WATER QUALITY HISTORY
A BRIEF WATER QUALITY HISTORY Federal Clean Water Act of 1972 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Testing Texas Water Quality Inventory and 303(d) List Total Maximum Daily Load Program Implementation
More informationJune 27, 2012 Holly Galavotti U.S. EPA
June 27, 2012 Holly Galavotti U.S. EPA Urban stormwater is a leading source of water quality impairment Urban stormwater identified as source of impairment (2004 WQ Report) 22,559 miles of impaired rivers
More informationWater Supply and Delivery
Utilities Water Supply and Delivery Goal U-1 Availability of an adequate, safe, and sustainable water supply and maintenance of an efficient water system for residents and visitors. (Modified Goal 4.B)
More informationDRAINAGE AND NATURAL AQUIFER GROUNDWATER RECHARGE ELEMENT
Goal 7.0. To optimize integrated stormwater management in order to reduce damage and impacts from sea level rise and flooding, promotes recharge to the Surficial Aquifer System (SAS), improve and protect
More informationRole of Soils in Water Quality. Mike Marshall Extension Associate Texas A&M-Institute of Renewable Natural Resources
Role of Soils in Water Quality Mike Marshall Extension Associate Texas A&M-Institute of Renewable Natural Resources Water Quality in Texas Water is a finite resource that can be impaired by pollution from
More informationSTORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND IMPAIRED WATERS. Eric H. Livingston Watershed Management Services, LLC Crawfordville, FL
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND IMPAIRED WATERS Eric H. Livingston Watershed Management Services, LLC Crawfordville, FL Impaired Waters Not meet their WQS Loss of designated uses TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOADS Section
More informationSURVEY OF PUBLIC ATTITUDES ABOUT WATER ISSUES IN COLORADO
SURVEY OF PUBLIC ATTITUDES ABOUT WATER ISSUES IN COLORADO Matt Neibauer, Reagan Waskom, and Troy Bauder Colorado State University Dept. of Soil and Crop Sciences 1 Northern Plains and Mountains Regional
More informationHydrology and Water Quality in the Upper Mokelumne River Hydrologic Unit
Hydrology and Water Quality in the Upper Mokelumne River Hydrologic Unit Understanding the Hydrology Watershed Approach: Watershed the area of land drained by a body of water. Watersheds end on ridgelines.
More informationGoals, Objectives, and Policies Infrastructure Element Introduction
Goals, Objectives, and Policies Infrastructure Element Introduction Pursuant to Section 163.3177 (6) (c), FS and Sections 9J-5.011 (2)(b) and (c), FAC, the following represents the Potable Water, Sanitary
More informationMILTON TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN
MILTON TOWNSHIP WATER QUALITY ACTION PLAN Elk-River-Chain-of-Lakes Gaps Analysis Project The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council Michigan Department of Natural Resources
More information-< ';. It's Your Bay Protect It! - ~ -~ -~"- ..., ~. - Virginia Cooperative Extension VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
It's Your Bay Protect It! - -< ';. Virginia Cooperative Extension -~"-....., ~. - - ~ -~ VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTTTUTE ANO STATE UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY L/) 51P55 ft1&j.. THE CHESAPEAKE BAY,
More informationWater Resources Planning for New Hampshire (with no resources) Paul Susca New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services March 26, 2011
Water Resources Planning for New Hampshire (with no resources) Paul Susca New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services March 26, 2011 Today s Talk Planning for our water future N.H. water challenges
More informationBob Broz University of Missouri Extension
Bob Broz University of Missouri Extension brozr@missouri.edu 573-882-0085 What is the purpose on the nutrient reduction committee? Reduce nutrient loading into the Mississippi River and into the Gulf of
More informationObjective NAT-1.1. Maintain the best possible air quality, meeting or exceeding state and federal air quality standards.
Vision Statement: Maintain and enhance the natural environment in the City of Coral Gables and surrounding areas through the promotion of environmental protection and sustainability. Goals, Objectives
More informationINFRASTRUCTURE ELEMENT/NATURAL GROUNDWATER AQUIFER RECHARGE SUB-ELEMENT
I. INTRODUCTION A. Purpose As provided in this Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge Sub-element, the City of Ocoee has developed guidelines based on the St. Johns River Water Management District s programs.
More informationNew Hampshire s Impaired Waterbodies and BMP s for Treating Nitrogen and Phosphorus
New Hampshire s Impaired Waterbodies and BMP s for Treating Nitrogen and Phosphorus Bethann McCarthy, P.E. Alteration of Terrain Bureau Deb Loiselle Watershed Assistance Section Let s start from the beginning
More informationNature of the Agriculture/Horticulture Industry
Nature of the Agriculture/Horticulture Industry Interest Approach Have the students create their own definition of agriculture. Ask for volunteers to share their definitions with the rest of the class.
More informationGreen Real Estate. NSCC - RES 130 Online. Module 3 Sustainable Sites & Water Cate O dahl, Instructor. Learning Objectives
Green Real Estate NSCC - RES 130 Online Module 3 Sustainable Sites & Water Cate O dahl, Instructor Sustainable Sites & Water Conservation Learning Objectives Relationship of the Building to Water Issues
More informationThe Role of Pervious Paving in Meeting the Requirements of the Auckland Unitary Plan
The Role of Pervious Paving in Meeting the Requirements of the Auckland Unitary Plan Nick Vigar Waterways Planning Team Manager Auckland Council Healthy Waters Outline Stormwater management under the Air,
More informationNitrogen Management through Land Use. Holly Greening, Tampa Bay Estuary Program July 2010
Nitrogen Management through Land Use Holly Greening, Tampa Bay Estuary Program July 2010 Importance of Water Quality Management Eutrophication (excess nutrients) common to many estuaries, streams and lakes
More informationINVESTIGATING YOUR STREAM S DRAINAGE BASIN
IT S OUR WATER INVESTIGATING YOUR STREAM S STREAM ACTIVITY SUMMARY Using maps, students will determine land uses in the drainage basin of their stream and calculate the approximate percentage of impervious
More informationSustainably Produced Bioenergy
Sustainably Produced Bioenergy California Biomass Collaborative 7th Annual Forum May 10-11, 2010 Davis, California Debbie Hammel, Senior Resource Specialist Natural Resources Defense Council Can Bioenergy
More informationPROTECTING OUR WATERWAYS: STORMWATER POLLUTION REDUCTION EFFORTS
PROTECTING OUR WATERWAYS: STORMWATER POLLUTION REDUCTION EFFORTS Public Information Meeting ~ May 2, 2018 Public Works Stormwater Management Division OVERVIEW Surface Water Quality Protection Municipal
More informationPractical Applications of Stormwater BMPs for addressing Nutrient & Water Quality Challenges in Watersheds
Practical Applications of Stormwater BMPs for addressing Nutrient & Water Quality Challenges in Watersheds Florida Water Quality Challenges in 2016 St. Lucie River Lake Okeechobee July 2, 2016 Port Mayaca
More informationA Path to Resilient Water Resources
Water Resources Management A Path to Resilient Water Resources Jason M. Bird CH2M August 17, 2017 (8:30-9:30 am) Tampa Convention Center Tampa, Florida About Presenter Jason Bird - Principal Technologist
More informationBACKGROUND. Public Opinion Survey Results: December 2013 Page 2
THE PROVINCE OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND Public Opinion Survey Results: December 2013 Task Force on Land Use Policy Aubin Arsenault Building3 Brighton Road, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8Tel: (902) 620 3558Fax:
More informationFebruary 28, Re: N.J.A.C. 7:8 Stormwater Management Rules. Dear Commissioner Martin:
Pinelands Preservation Alliance, American Littoral Society, Clean Ocean Action, New Jersey Environmental Federation, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Princeton Hydro, Delaware Riverkeeper Network, Association
More information