Dairy CAFO Compliance Checklist
A dairy CAFO compliance checklist for larger dairy farms to review permit, plan, record and inspection items that may apply under state and federal rules.
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What is on this checklist
- Permit status confirmed
- Nutrient plan current
- Storage inspections recorded
- Land application records kept
- Manure and soil testing recorded
- Mortality handling documented
- Annual report prepared
- Inspection findings addressed
- Staff training recorded
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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