The key changes introduced by NAP 2011-2014
Farmyard manure (FYM) is subject to a closed spreading period from 31 October until 31 January.
The spreading distance from any waterway for the application of chemical nitrogen fertiliser has increased from 1.5m to 2m.
Until 31 December 2012, FYM may be stored in field heaps where it is to be applied but for no longer than 180 days. After that date such FYM field heaps are permitted but for no longer than 120 days. FYM field heaps must not be located on land that is waterlogged, flooded or likely to flood.
Poultry litter,
- may be stored in field heaps until 30 September 2011. Field storage of poultry litter is to be reviewed in 2011.
- may only be stored in field heaps for a maximum of 180 days in the field where it is to be applied and must be covered with an impermeable membrane within 24 hours of placement in the field.
All fertilisers, chemical and organic, must not be applied on steep slopes (that is an average incline of 20 percent or more on grassland or an average incline of 15 percent or more on all other land) where other significant risks of water pollution exist. Risk factors to be considered include the proximity to waterways, the time to incorporation, the type and amount of fertiliser being applied and / or the soil and weather conditions.
Farmers must manage silage effluent collection and storage facilities to prevent pollution.
Clarification has been provided on who may be responsible for different offences under the Regulations. Additional information can be found in the NAP 2011 – 2014 and Phosphorus Regulations Guidance Booklet.
Pig excretion rates and the nitrogen content of pig slurry have been reduced.
A greater range of standard phosphorus contents of agricultural products and feedstuffs for those farms operating under derogation have been provided.
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