Page 46 - MFB State Annual Meeting 2018 -- RESOLUTIONS BOOK

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knowingly, willfully, and/or negligently pollute. Applying sound science and performing economic impact analysis to DEQ rules and standards prior to promulgation.
Maximum use of Natural Resources Conservation Service standards within DEQ regulations.
DEQ acceptance of a third party determination that an existing manure storage structure is functioning properly for regulatory purposes.
Regulatory recognition of the influence of extreme weather (e.g., rainfall, snow melt) on farming practices.
Appropriate timelines for producer implementation of regulations.
MDARD intervention on behalf of farmers in legal actions if the farmer has worked with state agencies to address pollution challenges.
Development of a third-party arbitration process for disputes between DEQ and a farmer.
DEQ being responsible to pay legal fees incurred by the respondent from a wrongful enforcement action
if the enforcement action is settled or decided in the respondent’s favor.
Exploring the development of a DEQ appeals board. Using funds derived from enforcement penalties to support pollution prevention in agriculture. Authorizing permits at the local level in accordance with state and federal rules to provide for more
timely decisions.
The continued ability for farmers of all sizes to manifest manure/move or sell animal nutrients from their farm to another farm/owner. We will
vigorously oppose any attempts that limit or
eliminate the ability of agriculture to utilize animal nutrients as long as they are being utilized
according to nutrient requirements and at
agronomic rates.
The continuation of manure application to frozen or snow-covered ground in accordance with the Manure Management and Utilization GAAMP and will vigorously oppose any attempt to eliminate the practice.
The continued practice of broadcasting nutrients, including manure, in accordance with the best practices identified in the Nutrient Utilization
GAAMP .
Updating fertilizer and manure nutrient utilization guidelines.
Flexibility for unlimited on-farm fuel, chemical and fertilizer storage with consistent and adequate containment standards.
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