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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (E.I.S.)
RELATING TO
PIG ENTERPRISE AT
DREENAN, CAVAN,
CO. CAVAN.
FOR
MR. LUKE BOGUE DREENAN,
CAVAN, CO. CAVAN.
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Environmental
Central Adminis Cavan County Courthouse Cavan
Enforcement
Environmental Protection Agency Regional Inspectorate. McCumiskey House Richview, Clonskeagh Road, Dublin 14. Ireland An Ghniomhaireacht urn Chaomhnri Comhshaoil Cigiteacht Reigidnach, Teach Mhic Chumascaigh
08 September 2004 Our Ref: M526/gc02rb
RE: Planning Reg. No. 040784, Mr. Luke Bogue, Dreenan, Ca& ’ - ,,
Dear Sir/Madam .
I refer to the planning application for additional pig housing and associated store at the \
above pig unit, this application being accompanied by an Environmental Impact :’ .,.l/ . . .._ .__
Statement. Mr. Bogue’s pig unit operation is regulated by the EPA under the Integrated Pollution Control licensing system, licence Reg. No. 526 being the relevant licence in force at this time. As set out in Article 14 of the EPA (Licensing) Regulations, 1994 (SI 85 of 1994), the Agency is empowered to assess environmental pollution risk aspects of an EIS in relation to an activity regulated under the Integrated Pollution Control licensing system. The EIS documentation supplied by Cavan County Council dated 26 August 2004 was assessed under Article 25 of the European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 1989 (SI No. 349 of 1989) and was found to be in compliance with the same insofar as it relates to the risk of environmental pollution.
Copies of submitted plans were attached to your letter and these are returned as requested.
Please quote the above reference in future correspondence in relation to this matter.
Yours sincerely
Inspector Office of Environmental Enforcement
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VAN COUNTY COUNCI ComhAIR(c Chonrae c\n ChA6hAln
REGISTERED POST
Telephone: (049) 433 1799/436 1799 Courthouse Fax: (049) 436 1565 ?-<.A< 11 Na CilltxC
Correspondence should be addressed to: Cavan CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT i\n CL\hllL\rl
Ref No. 0411784 11 /I O/2004
Mr Luke Bogue C/o Paraic Fay C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd The Mews 23 Famham St Cavan
APPLICATION: PERMISSION to to construct 2 no. pig fattening houses (1 IA & I IB) and 1 no. Meal/General Purpose Store and extensions to 1 no. existing farrowing house (3B). 1 no. existing Weaner House (4B), and 2 no. existing dry sow/Gilt Houses (1A & 2B) to accommodate loose sow housing as required by incoming E.U. Animal Welfare Regulations, together with all associated site works arising from the proposed development. An Environmental Impact Statement has been submitted with this planning applicaiton. This development also requires and Integrated Pollution Control Licence under part IV of the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1994.
LOCATION: Dreenan Cavan
A Chara,
With reference to the above application I am to inform you that the information submitted is not adequate to enable a decision to be made.
In accordance with the provisions of Article 33 6f the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 -- 2002 you are hereby requested to submit the further information as set out on the attached page.
The information requested is essential in order to fully assess the proposal and until this further information is received your application cannot be further considered.
Please note that the above application will be considered to be withdrawn after a period of 6 months from the date of this letter if the further information has not been submitted.
You are advised that you shall be required to give notice in an approved newspaper under article 35(I)(c) of the above Regulations that if the further information received is considered to contain significant additional data, and that, in such circumstances, the 4 week period for determining the application will run from the date the notice is published in the approved newspaper.
Mise, le meas,
Administrati$e Officer
Fmail: info@ravancoco. ie Web: www. cavancoco. ie
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* Further Information: c
Ree.No. M/1784
1. Submit in detail the effect of construction of the proposed development would have on the environment.
2. Submit proposals for upgrading of existing lane from the national road to the site in question. Same shall include for a reduction in the gradient of the junction of the lane with the national road.
3. Submit a revised schedule of spread lands. This should not include any lands within the iJ I; Cavan Town and Environs Development Plan Area as indicated in Map 1 of the 2003 - 2009 Development Plan.
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4. Submit revised map indicating buffer zones on the spread land maps in a different colour. These buffer zones shall be as per EPA BATNEEC guidelines for the pig sector.
l 5. Submit a detailed landscaping scheme submitted from a suitably qualified person. Same shall indicate the proposed type of species, their maturity and a timetable for the implementation of the scheme in question. Proposals for the eastern boundary of the site in question shall be included.
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urrector: Seamus CIsLTke M.Agr.YC.
Oliver Leddy B.Agr.Sc. John Wilson B.Agr.Sc. V.A.T. Reg. No. 82772045 Tele: 049 - 4371447 Fax: 049 - 437145 1
Environmental Planners Ltd. The Mews, 23 Farnham St., Cavan, Co. Cavan.
The Planning Department, Cavan County Council, The Courthouse, Cavan.
28* October 2004 0
RE: Mr. Luke Bogue, Dreenan, Cavan, Co. Cavan Reg. No. &#I1784
Dear Sir/Madam,
I refer to your correspondence of the 1 I* October 2004, with regard to a request for further information in respect of a planning application made on behalf of the above mentioned client, Reg. No. 04/l 784.
Please find attached a response to the information requested in your correspondence.
Should you have any queries in relation to this, or, require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Cavan CO;Cnty Council Further Information Requt$ II” October 2004
Re: Mr. Luke Bogue - Reg. No. 04/I 784
1. Submit in detail the effect of the construction of the proposed development would have on the environment.
The anticipated effect of the construction of the proposed development on the environment,
particularly with regard to traffic, visual, archaeological and other environmental concerns is
already outlined in detail in the Environmental Impact Statement submitted with this
application. The only remaining impact that may arise is with regard to the recovery of any
excess topsoil/subsoil generated due to the excavation of the slatted tanks. It is intended that
the majority of this would be used on-site for back filling or Ievelling up areas of the site.
Should there be any excess subsoil/topsoil remaining, this will be recovered in accordance
with Cavan County Council recommendations. It is anticipated that this material would be
recovered on Mr. Bogue’s adjoining lands in accordance with Section 10 of the Fourth
Schedule of the Waste Management (Permit) Regulations 1998, i.e. The treatment of any
waste on land with a consequential benefit for an agricultural activity or ecological system.
2. Submit proposals for upgrading of ekting lane from the national road to the site in question. Same shall include for a reduction in the gradient of the junction of the lane with the national road
Alan Traynor Conslt. Engrs., Holbom Hill, Belturbet, Co. Cavan have been retained in order
to survey the aforementioned lane and to prepare proposals in accordance with Cavan County
Council requirements. These proposals will be submitted to, and agreed with, Cavan County
Council prior to the commencement of any development on-site.
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3. Submit a revised schedule of spreadla;ds. This should not include any lands within the Cavan Town and Environs Development ?ian Area as indicated in Map 1 of the 2003-2009 Development Plan.
All lands within the Cavan Town and Environs Development Plan Area and other sensitive
areas have been removed from the areas identified for the receipt of organic fertiliser from
this farm. This includes Plot No.‘s 1.6 (Part of), 1.7, 14.1 to 14.3, 17.2 (Part of), 17.6 to 17.8,
18.1 to 18.4, 20.11. 20.12 (Part of), 24.2 and 24.6 to 24.11. Please find the revised schedule
and maps of the aforementioned areas attached, (removed areas indicated in Black).
Additional customers, with a total area of c. 1,000 acres are available to Mr. Bogue. This area
will be assessed and agreed with the E.P.A. in advance of any allocation of slurry to these
4. Submit revised map indicating bufferzones on the spread land maps in a dijjferent colour. These bufferzones shall be as per E.P.A. BATNEEC guidelines for the pig sector.
All required buffer-zones have been deducted from the areas identified for the receipt of
organic fertiliser from Mr. Bogue’s farm. These are outlined on page 21 of the E.I.S.
submitted with this application. The customer farm maps as submitted with the E.I.S., as part
of the planning application have been completed so as to identity only the areas suitable for
the receipt of organic fertiliser from Mr. Bogue’s farm. These areas are net of the required
buffer zones and/or other unsuitable areas. This is the format as currently accepted by the
E.P.A.
5. Submit a detailed landscaping scheme from a suitably qual@ed person. Same shaii indicate the proposed type of species, their maturity and a time table for the implementation of the scheme in question. Proposals for the eastern boundary of the site in question shall be included
Please find enclosed a revised landscaping plan from BUDS Nursery, Poles, Dublin Road,
Cavan.
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LANDSCAPING Puw
FOR
MR.LUKEBOGUE, DREENAN,
CAVAN, CO.CAVAN.
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Tel: 049-433 2177 Mobile: 087-268 6598
POLES
DUBLIN ROAD
CAVAN To: C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd.
The Mews, 23 Farnham St., Cavan, Co. Cavan. : 9 j'&Lc,
Client: Mr. Luke Bogue,
Ureenan, Cavan, Co. Cavan.
This landscaping plan proposes to plant a strip of ground approx. 250111 as outlined on enclosed map. a single line of trees correctly spaced as individuals, 3m appart, will ensure good girth/branch development. Under plant/inter space with evergreen Ilex aquifolium (Hollg)will provide a shade tollerant screen in winter.
Four Ilex plants between each standard tree, 60cm appart is
recommended.
Proposed species specification at planting
Height m Girth Number when planting cm required
Betula pendula (silverbirch) 2.5-3 6/8 B.R 12 Betula pubesens (downy.birch) 2.5-3.5 8/10 B.R 12 Alnus glutinosa (alder) 3-3.5 8/10 R.R 12 Sorbus acuparia (rowan> 2.75-3 8/10 i3.R 12 Popular tremula (aspen) 3-3.5 6/8 B.R 12 Quercus rubur (red oak) 2-2.5 6/8 B.R 12 Tillia plat. (lime) 2-3 618 B.R 12
Ilex aquifolium Kelly) SO-60cm C.G 340
All trees to be staked with lSOcmX7.5 cm posts + strap. APPlY 10.10.20 fertilizer at suitable rates the following spring. All planting to be completed prior to end of FE3 05
Regards
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Barry Coulter
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Tel: 049-433 2177 Mobile: 087-268 6598
POLES
DUBLIN ROAD
CAVAN
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Mr. Luke Bogue Environmental Impact Statement (E.LS.1
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 National Policy
The development of the pig meat industry is supported by government policy aimed at increasing the value of the export market. The Irish pig meat industry has achieved major success from the mid 1980’s onwards in the development of an internationally competitive export orientated pig meat industry in Ireland and by 1995 the value of pig- meat exports had reached in excess of e260 million. This was achieved with major rationalisation of the Irish Pig Industry resulting in a reduced number of farmers with a larger number of animals, resulting in the pig industry becoming the most market led industry in Irish Agriculture. . However Ireland still represents less than 1.5% of total EU production (2003).
This enterprise conforms to Irish national policy on the pig industry based on the Development Plan for the Irish Pig Industry announced by the Minister for Agriculture and Food on the 10th of July 1987, the Pig Production Group Report of 1988 and the Pig Industry in Ireland, Strategic Study, 2000.
The pig industry in Ireland is after going through a number of tough years in the late nineties to date. According to a recent European commission report” Prospects for agricultural markets in the European Union 2004 - 201 I, pig and poultry production and consumption are expected to keep growing over the medium term, with increased trade flows between the new and old member states. The meat markets have returned to a more normal situation after the extreme market conditions due to the second BSE scare, the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001 and avian influenza in 2003.
An intensive pig rearing industry has developed in County Cavan arising from the need to provide additional wealth in an area where more traditional farming practices are difficult. Pig production in Cavan accounts for circa. e55 million annually in farm sales and 1,500 jobs in the county are directly dependent on the pig industry. This industry also provides a cheap source of organic fertihsers for farmers in the area. Cavan has a breeding herd of some 30,000 sows, accounting for approximately 17% of the national pig herd. This development represents 775 sows, or 2.6% of the Cavan herd or 0.44% of the national herd.
Within the pig industry, the trend is towards larger scale pig farms reflecting, 1) the consumers demand for inexpensive food, 2) domestic and more increasingly, global pressures and 3) economies of scale. Irish producers are amongst the best, if not the best in the E.U. in terms of physical herd performance.
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental ImDact Statement fE.I.S.l
2.2 Context
This Environmental Impact Statement was prepared in conjunction with a planning application to Cavan County Council. This is an existing pig farm located at Dreenan, Cavan, Co. Cavan.
Planning permission is sought to provide additional accommodation to: l Ensure compliance with incoming E.U. regulations requiring Loose Sow Housing. l Provide adequate space for all pigs on the farm to ensure maximum performance and
efficiency. l Improve the management and all in/all out washing routines within the unit. l To allow an increase in the scale of this farm to a c.775 sow integrated pig farm.. This
will help ensure the efficient use of all inputs such as labour, machinery etc.
Refer to Appendix No. 2 for site location map(s).
Mr. Bogue is seeking permission to construct;
l 2 No. Fattening Houses l Extensions to 2 No. Dry Sow/Gilt Houses, 1 No. Fat-rowing House and 1 No. Weaner
House. l Permission is also sought to construct 1 No. meal store and retain all ancillary
structures that accompany the proposed development.
This Environmental Impact Statement (E.I.S.) has been prepared in connection with European Communities Direcrive 85/337/EC as implemented in Ireland by S.I. 349 of 1989, European Communities (E.I.A.) (Ammendment) Regulations 1999 as implemented in Ireland by S.I. 93 of 1999, the Local Government Planning and Development Acts 2000 to 2002, and the Protection of the Environment Bill 2003.
2.3 Farm Background
Pig farming activities began at this site in the early to mid nineteen nineties with a grant of planning permission by Cavan County Council in 1992 for a 300 sow integrated pig farm. This farm expanded through the late nineties and a planning application was made in late 1999 for the retention of existing structures and permission for some additional accommodation. This farm was then operating as a 630 sow integrated pig unit. This application was granted in January 2000. In conjunction with this planning application an application was made to the Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) for an Integrated Pollution Control (I.P.C.) Licence for this farm. This was granted in June 2000.
Mr. Bogue consistently operates his pig farm in a manner that is, 1. beneficial to the local community in terms of direct employment (office and pig farm
staff, advisors and consultants) and indirect employment (animal feed and processing industries, agricultural contractors, haulage contractors), (local farmers also benefit from free fertiliser nutrients), and,
2. without adverse impact on the local environment.
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Mr. Luke Boplre Environmental Imoact Statement (E.I.S.~
2.4 County Cavan Development Plan, 2003 - 2009
The County Development Plan is the central document of the planning system and sets out the Local Authorities view of the future development of the county. The strategy of the county development plan is based around facilitating the economic development of the county while conserving the natural and built environment of the county and improvement of its physical infrastructure. Cavan is, and will remain an agriculturally based economy with a large rural population. It is the objective of the planning authority to ensure that development in rural areas is located and designed in such a way that it is not visually detrimental.
This existing development is located in a rural agricultural area and is not located near any scenic walks or viewing points. The proposed landscaping to be carried out around the site will help to obscure this unit from view and incorporate it into the local environment.
2.5 Organisations and Bodies Consulted
The scoping exercise for this E.I.S. was carried out in consultation with Cavan Co. Council, C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd. and Mr. Luke Bogue. Other organisations and bodies consulted include:
Geological Survey of Ireland Duchas - The Heritage Service Environmental Protection Agency. Met Eireann Searnus Clarke Pig Services Department of Agriculture, Cavan Department of Environment. Teagasc Irish Farmers Association (I.F.A.) Bord Na Mona Environmental Consultancy Division
2.6 References / Publications Consulted
The following references, among others were consulted when compiling this Environmental Impact Statement: l Advice Notes on Current Practice in the preparation of Environmental Impact
Statements l Agri-Environmental Specifications for R.E.P.S. 2000, Department of Agriculture,
Food and Rural Development. l Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan l Boyne - Liffy - Suir Three Rivers Project, Water Quality Monitoring and
Management - Preliminary Report. l Cavan County Council Measures Report, Local Government (Water Pollution) Act,
1997 (Water Quality Standards for Phosphorous) Regulations, 1998, S.1. No. 258 of 1998, Cuvurt County Council July 1999
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Centralised Anaerobic Digestion in County Cavan, Feasibility Study, C.L.K Environmental Planners Ltd. December 2000. Code of Good Agricultural Practice to Protect Waters from Pollution by Nitrates, Dept. of Agriculture Food and Foreshy (D.A.F.F.) and Dept. of Environment (D.o.E.) County Cavan Development Plan (1996 & 2003 - 2009) County Cavan, The Need for Inward Investment, Cavan County Council 1999 Environmental Impact Statement for Luke Bogue, Dreenan, Cavan, Co. Cavan, by C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd., 21” October 1999. Explanatory Bulletin to the Soil Map of Ireland, Teagasc 1980. Groundwater Protection Plan for Co. Meath. Guidelines on the information to be contained in Environmental Impact Statements. Lough Derg & Lough Ree Catchment Monitoring and Management System, Management Proposals July 1999. Odour Impacts and Odour Emission Control Measures for Intensive Agriculture, Final Report, Environmental Protection Agency 2001. Protecting our Freshwaters, Nutrient Management Planning Guidelines for Local Authorities, Dept. of Environment and Local Government. Protection of the Environment Bill 2003. Soil of County Meath, by T.F. Finch, M.J. Gardiner, A. Comey and T. Radford. An Foras Taluntais March 1983 Soils of Co. Westmeath, by T.F. Finch, An Foras Taluntais April 1977 Suitable Development, A Strategy for Ireland, Department of Environment The River Erne Catchment, Proposals for a Water Quality Management Strategy, December 1996 The River Erne Catchment, Proposals for a Water Quality Management Strategy, Executive Summary 1998 The Quality of River and Lake Water in County Cavan, A Report for the Year 2002, Cavan County Council 2003. Three Rivers Project, Water Quality Monitoring and Management, Baseline Water Quality Report - Boyne Catchment - December 1998 MCOS. Water Quality in Ireland 1998 - 2000, Second (Revised) Edition, Environmental Protection Agency 2002 n \! \s. .+li@
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental Imvact Statement (E1.S.)
3. DESCRIPTION OF DEVELOPMENT
This farm is a modern, well-maintained integrated pig enterprise, built to exacting standards. The farm is situated in a rural location where agriculture is the main industry. The site is to be landscaped to screen the pig farm from view. This landscaping when developed will almost totally obscure the site from view. The applicant, Mr. Bogue, owns the land surrounding the pig farm.
3.1 Objective of this development
The objective of this development is twofold. Primarily, this development is intended to provide additional dry sow/gilt accommodation required by incoming regulations regarding loose sow housing, and to provide additional farrowing, weaner and finishing accommodation to improve the health and hygiene routines on the farm. Secondly it is intended to scale up the herd to a 775 sow integrated unit to increase the effkient use of inputs such as labour and machinery.
At a time in the Irish pig industry when margins are extremely tight it is essential that every pig unit is run and managed as effkiently as possible. This is achieved with the efficient use of inputs and optimising animal performance. The objectives of this development are to,
l Provide additional dry sow/gilt accommodation. This is to make provision to comply with incoming regulations on Welfare friendly dry sow accommodation. This will result in an increase in the floor area allowed per sow thus increasing housing requirements.
l Provide additional farrowing spaces. This will reduce the pressure on the existing f&rowing accommodation and will allow for an improved washing and hygiene routine on the farm. These improved practices will give a longer period between emptying of the room and re-filling with the next batch of sows. This will allow for more thorough cleaning, disinfecting and drying of the rooms. This will reduce the disease pressure on the newly born pigs, thus reducing mortality and increasing the number of pigs weaned per sow.
l Provide additional Weaner spaces. This will reduce the pressure on the existing weaner accommodation and will allow for an improved washing and hygiene routine on the farm. These improved practices will give a longer period between emptying of the room and re-filling with the next batch of weaned pigs. This will allow for more thorough cleaning, disinfecting and drying of the rooms. This will reduce the disease pressure on the newly weaned pigs, thus reducing mortality and increasing the number of pigs entering the finishing accommodation. The effect of disease pressure is more severe in the young pig and this is why washing and hygiene routines are so important in the far-rowing and weaner accommodation.
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l Provide additional finishing accommodation. This accommodation is to be constructed so as to reduce overcrowding in these areas. Overcrowding resulted due to an increase in the sale weight of the pigs, as it is more economical to produce pigs at a heavier weight. This resulted in increasing pressure on the existing weaner and finisher accommodation as stocking rates increased. These houses are to be constructed so as to relieve this pressure and provide at least the recommended floor space per pig at each stage of production.
l Provide additional capacity. The proposal as outlined also allows for an increase in animal numbers to 775 sows integrated. This plan is to cover the proposed future direction of this farm for the next 5 years.
It is anticipated that the developments as outlined above will improve the efficiency and thus the economic viability of this farm by,
0 Increasing the number of pigs weaned/sow and the weight and health of these piglets.
l Improving the performance of the growing pigs in from birth to sale. This increased performance will be as a result of improved health and housing conditions. This will also have the effect of increasing the feed efficiency of the pigs, thus less feed will be consumed and less slurry produced/pig. The improved health status will also result in reduced medication needs and associated waste.
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l Mortality rates from birth to sale should be reduced, thus reducing the amount of animal and tissue waste/sow.
The development of Loose Sow housing will help prepare this farm for pig production well into the future under the incoming E.U. regulations.
The increase in sow numbers at this farm will allow more economical use of labour and machinery etc.
This study envisages,
l Constructing extensions to the existing dry sow/gilt, fan-owing sow and weaner accommodation.
l Constructing 2 No. new fattening houses.
0 Constructing 1 new meal/general purpose store.
l Retention of any associated site works arising from the above proposed developments.
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental ImDact Statement ~E..LS.)
3.2 Size and Scale of the Development
The following details should be read in conjunction with the architect’s drawings provided in Appendix 2, 3 & 4. Appendix 2 contains a site location map(S) (1:2,500 + 1:50,000). Appendix 3 contains a site layout plan (Scale 1:500). Appendix 4 contains the cross- sections, plans and elevations of the structures for which planning permission is sought.
The proposed development of Dry Sow/gilt, Farrowing, weaner and finishing accommodation (4,917m2) and meal/general store (24Om*) is situated on the site of the existing pig unit facility. The plan also involves retaining any associated site works arising from the proposed development. Ancillary site structures on site will include, meal silos, overground water storage tanks and diesel storage tank(s). There are slatted holding pens and a loading ramp(s), for the dispatch of pigs.
Pig production at any one time will comprise of the following stock levels: l 575 Dry sows . 200 suckling sows l 275 Gilts and Boars for on-farm replacement breeding stock plus all progeny from the above breeding herd to finish weight.
The numbers of progeny will vary depending on breeding performance within the aforementioned breeding herd, and animal health, mortality and sale weight within the
‘ progeny from weaning to finish.
Uncontaminated water from the roofs of the buildings and clean paved areas within the unit is collected separately and discharged as shown in the drawing in Appendix 10. All effluent arising from pig activities is to be collected and directed into slurry storage. All effluent arising from staff activities will be collected into the existing Bio-Cycle unit.
3.3 Operation of the Unit
Operating Hours
Staff operating hours are from 08.00 to 18.00 Monday to Friday and 08.00 to 13.00 on Saturday and Sunday, however automatic feeding and ventilation systems will be operating outside of these hours. This unit is operated in such a way that only essentia1 activities are carried out on a Saturday or Sunday. The pig farm manager/owner, Mr. Luke Bogue is available at all times should any emergency arise regarding this farm.
The manager/owner retains overall responsibility for the day to day running of the farm.
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Mr. Luke Bowe Environmental Zmuact Statement tE.LS..)
3.3.1 Breeding
The breeding programme involves the use of improved genetics introduced into the herd primarily by means of Artificial Insemination. Replacement gilts are bred from within the herd or occasionally may be sourced from a recognised pig breeding company.
This proposed 775 sow integrated unit will produce approximately 22,000 finisher pigs per annum at circa. 105/l 15kgs live-weight at a target age of 170/l 80 days. To achieve this there will be 48/50 sows/gilts served per week with target farrowings of 44/46. Breeding involves the use of AI. and a small amount of natural service, with a culling rate of circa 45%.
High health status is a priority on this unit. The management team is highly trained and experienced. All in - all out movement of pigs is practised on this farm. Each age group of pigs have a different level of immunity and even in high health status herds it is important not to mix pigs of different age groups. Hygiene routines are carefully planned and monitored. The rooms are carefully washed, disinfected and rested between batches. Mr. Bogue is committed to providing a system on-site that ensures adequate time for cleaning, disinfecting and resting the rooms between batches. One of the objectives of the proposed development is to allow improvements to this hygiene and washing routine. The extra accommodation will mean that there is more time allowed between emptying the farrowingl weaner / finisher accommodation and re-filling of these rooms with the next batch of pigs. This will allow more comprehensive washing, cleaning, disinfecting and drying out. The
’ proposed development has been designed in order to facilitate this improved hygiene and washing routine at the proposed stock levels.
3.3.2 Feeding
All pigs are feed with an automatic dry feed system. The sows are feed via dispensers with the dry sows being feed once a day and the lactating sows being feed twice daily. The weaners and finishers are feed via single and double space feeders. Water is supplied to the pigs via water nipples. There is one nipple/sow, one for every 6 weaners and one for every nine fatteners. A wet-feed system may be considered for use on this farm at some time in the future. This would mean that the feed would be supplied to the pigs pre-mixed with water/liquid feeds.
Feed per sow is calculated on an average consumption of sows, gilts, and boars, giving a figure of 1,l tonnes/sow/gilt.5oar per year.
l Creep Consumption/pig sold 15 Kgs l Weaner feed/pig sold 40 Kgs l Finisher feed / Pig sold 185 Kgs
Total Feed Consumption/annum is estimated at circa. 6,840 T, an increase of 2,800 T/annum
Feed is supplied to the unit by, 1. Neutec 2. Lakeland Dairies 3. H.K.M. 4. David Patton Ltd.
(Details relating to Feed Analysis contained in Appendix No. 9)
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Mr. Luke Bopue Environmental Imuact Statement 6F.I.S.)
3.3.3 Water supply and use.
Water is supplied from 2 No. wells, one located on-site and one located off site. The off-site well is located on land owned by Mr. Bogue, and is used as a back up water supply should anything happen to the pump in the main well. Water is stored in one overground water storage tank with a capacity of 54.54m3. A water meter has been installed on site to monitor the water usage on the farm. At present this storage capacity allows for 1 days supply. The water used per annum is circa lS,500m3.
It is anticipated that water use will increase by c. 4,500 m3. This will mean that the existing storage on-site will provide 0.85 days storage. Therefore it is planned that an additional water storage tank will be placed on-site to increase the storage capacity to 1.7 days. All animal drinking appliances are regularly maintained to ensure that there is no leakage to the slurry storage structures. It should be noted that the above water usage figures include water used in Mr. Bogue’s Dairy enterprise, adjacent to the pig farm site.
Water on this pig farm is used for the following:
(a) Drinking water for livestock.
l Farrowing House: - has individual nipple supplies in the trough to the sow, and individual nipples for piglets.
l Weaner House: - receives water supply through one nipple per 6 pigs. l Fattener House: - receives water supply through one nipple per 9 pigs. l Dry Sows and Gilt House: - receives water supply through one nipple per
sow/boar/gilt
(b) High pressure wash down systems (2,OOOpsi)
The fat-rowing, weaner and finisher/fattening houses are power washed and disinfected after each batch, as the pigs are moved in an “all in / all out” system through their growth cycle. The pressure of the power washer is 2,000 psi. Water throughput per hour = 1.08 m3. The power washer is in use for 15/20 hours per week. A weekly total of c.17.28 m3 (4,800 gallons) of water is required. It is anticipated that the time spent washing and disinfecting will increase to c. 28/30 hours/week.
(c) Water for W. C. /shower and canteen.
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3.3.4 Heating and Ventilation
Energy supply to the unit is an electric 3-phase supply @ 220 and 380 volts. There is one oil storage tank on this farm.
(4 Heating
Farrowing House: - The piglets are born into an environment of 20 - 24 degrees centigrade but require a temperature of > 30 degrees centigrade. This is supplied by underfloor heating with electric heat pads. Weaker pigs may receive extra and beneficial heat from an infrared lamp, hung over them.
weaner House: - These rooms are artificially heated with electric bars. The floors are slatted with plastic slats. The air temperature and freshness is climatically controlled by sensors and computers.
Fattening, Gilt and Dry Sow Homes:- These houses receive no artificial heating. All floors are totally slatted.
Ventilation
All ventilation on this unit Computer controlled mechanical ventilation.
3.3.5 Housing
The majority of houses are of A roof design with a maximum height of c.5/6 meters to the Apex. There are 2 No. lean-to type houses. The 2 proposed fattening houses and all extensions will be of A roof design. Plans of all proposed buildings and extensions are contained in Appendix No. 4 of this E.I.S.
Dry Sow/ Gilt Houses: - House Refs. 1,2,2A and 1A and 2B proposed.
All dry sows and served gilts are teathered and/or in baskets. Due to incoming regulations with regard to loose sow housing, provision is now being made to provide loose welfare friendly dry sow accommodation. 420m2 of the l,054m2 now applied for was granted planning permission by Cavan County Council on 28th January 2000, however this has not been constructed and the permission is due to expire on 27* January 2005.
The gilts are bought in or selected from the fattening pens at 95 - 105 kgs and moved to the gilt pens to mature over a 12 week period. They are vaccinated against all major breeding diseases. At 140 kgs they are moved to the service area and enter the breeding herd.
Farrowing Houses: - House Refs. 3,3A and proposed 3B
The houses are to be built to accommodate the weekly target of 44 fanowings with a 5% margin. The fan-owing cycle is 35 days with pie-far-rowing and wash times inclusive.
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Weaner House: - House Refs. 4, Proposed 4A
Once the proposed development has been completed there will be c. 440 pigs weaned weekly at 24 days of age, these are stocked at stocking rates of 0.25 m2 per pig. As the pigs get older the numbers per pen are reduced and the area allowed per pig increases up to 0.35m2/pig. There will be 900 weeks accommodation here in total.
FatfeneuFinishing Houses: - House Refs. 5 - 11B
There is 12/14 weeks accommodation proposed here in total. Pigs enter here at a weight of 35 kg’s, and are stocked at stocking rates of 0.70/0.75 m2. Pigs are housed in group size of 18 - 20. Pigs are housed here until they reach sale weight of 105 - 115 Kg live-weight or are selected as replacement breeding stock.
3.4 Manure Storage Structures and capacities
All pigs are housed in slatted houses with under house slurry storage tanks. The slurry is collected directly through these slatted floors and stored in tanks located below slat level. Straw-bedded housing is not used on this unit.
The slurry storage tanks are constructed of mass concrete to a specification that ensures a watertight seal. There is a gravity flow system in operation between some of the tanks. Sluices that can allow slurry to flow between the houses, below ground level control this system. This system allows maximum use of the storage capacity available on the farm. Manure is transferred safely and easily between tanks.
All proposed new tanks will be constructed to Department of Agriculture and Food, S123, Minimum Specification for Bovine Livestock Units and Reinforced Tanks - November 2003.
Appendix No. 5 contains a site layout indicating existing and proposed slurry flow on the unit. It also includes a table showing the total slurry storage capacity in each house and the net slurry storage capacity in each house after the required freeboard allowance has been removed. A freeboard allowance of 1OOmm has been allowed on all covered underground slung storage tanks, in accordance with E.P.A. recommendations. There are no open or overground slurry storage tanks on this farm.
The slurry storage capacity on the f&m will provide in excess of 13.25 months storage when the proposed development has been completed.
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental ImDact Statement iE.LS.)
3.5 Process of Production
The production process involves breeding, rearing and fattening pigs to a live weight of 105 - 115 kgs for slaughter or selection as replacement breeding stock. .
The young are born in the farrowing rooms. Piglets remain suckling on the sows for an average of 24 - 28 days. At day 12, creep is introduced in minute quantities as the sow’s milk quality begins to decrease. It is also important to build up the piglet’s ability to receive solids, thus preparing them for weaning onto a diet of solid feed. The suckling period for the sow is 24 - 28 days on average. She is then weaned back into the service area where she is fed ad lib until she returns to cycle approximately 5-7 days later. Gestation period being 114-l 15 days, the pre-farrowing sow is moved to the farrowing rooms 4-5 days before parturition. At weaning the pigs are moved from the farrowing house aged 24/28 days, weighing approximately 7/S kgs, to the weaner area. The piglets remain here on a complex diet until 85 - 90 days of age. They then leave this area and move to the fattening houses at circa 35kgs. They remain here until reaching 105 - 115 kgs for slaughter or selection as replacement gilts.
3.6 Procedures of Production
Mr. Bogue has been approved under the Bord Bia approval system. The daily procedure follows the Bord Bia Code of Practice for pig welfare and consists of the following procedures: .
Dry Sow/Gilt House. n ensure all sows/gilts have adequate feed and water n check health status and treat accordingly n check sows/gilts returning to cycle after service n scrape excess faeces from behind sows/gilts.
Farrowing House. n ensure all sows have adequate feed and water n check the health status of this area and treat as required. n check house temperature and heat pad temperature n check and record births and deaths. n remove excess faeces, farrowing debris, dead and mummified pigs at the time of
farrowing for hygiene purposes. n manually remove all faeces at weaning to reduce water waste at power washing
Weaner House. n ensure all pigs have adequate feed and water W check the health status of this area. n check temperature and ventilation rates n check for water wastage via drinkers
Fattener House - as for weaners above. It is also important to take note of appropriate withdrawal periods of all medicines used and keeping accurate records of all pigs treated. Maintain the medicine records of all treatments.
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4. DATA REQUIRED TO ASSESS THE EFFECTS OF THE DEVELOPMENT.
The following by-products are generated by the unit: - slurry, soiled water from yards, domestic sewage, pig carcasses/ animal tissue waste, medical waste and paper bags. The quantities of the various waste generated, their storage and their ultimate disposal are detailed in the following sections. The only remaining emission from this farm is clean storm water from roofs and yards which is discharged directly to the nearby watercourses.
4.1 Slurry Production
The annual estimated production of slurry from the farm is calculated in Figure 4.1.1. The estimation is based on calculations using Dept. of Agriculture Agri-Environmental Specifications (2000) Guidelines on Slurry Production for the various categories of pigs housed in the unit. The existing slurry production at this farm is calculated as 10,l 98.2m3.
Fimre 4.1.1 Slurrv Production
Estimated Annual Slurry Production.
Animal Type .Number* Slurry Prdduction ’ JOtal Litres/week** M3
Dry Sows 575 53 52 1584.7 Lactating Sows 200 115 52 1196
Gilts + Boars 275 35 52 500.5 Weaners 4250 10 52 2210 Finishers 5500 30.5 52 8723
14,214.20 1,421.42
15,635.62
Total plus 10% extraneous water
Total
* It is anticipated these would be the average numbers of this category ofpig on the farm over a prolonged period. Short term variation above and below these$gures may occur. ** Figures based on Dept. of Ag. and Food Agri-Envronmental SpeciJications for REPS 2000, Appendix 1, Estimated quantities of neat excreta produced by the different classes of livestock (av. Weight animals).
4.2 Slurry Storage Capacity
Details of all tank capacities and the total slurry storage on the pig farm is outlined in Appendix 5. The total slurry storage capacity on farm at present is 8,33.558m3. This will increase to 17,326.77m3 once all of the proposed works have been completed.
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The annual slurry produced is 15,635.62m3, (See Figure 4.1.1). The pig farm has a storage capacity of >6.4 months (on-site) slurry production at present. Once the proposed development has been completed this will be increased to >13.25 months. An allowance for freeboard space, (i.e. the space between the top of the slurry and the underside of the slat for gas accumulation), of 1OOmm on covered tanks and 5OOmm on open tanks has been incorporated in these calculations. The required slurry storage capacity is based on BATNEEC Guidance Note for the Pig Production Sector - September 1996 is 6 months.
4.3 Allocation of Slurry
The practice of applying animal manure to lands to recycle the nutrients contained within them is a well-established practice in farming. Slurry from this pig farm has been recycled onto land in this area since Mr. Bogue began pig farming in the early to mid nineties. The slurry from the unit is allocated to a number of customer farmers with a recognised and calculated agronomic need for additional fertiliser. All of these customer farmers have to be agreed with the E.P.A. on an annual basis prior to the allocation of any organic fertiliser to them. At present there are 18 customer farmers agreed with the Agency. Part of this process involves the submission of a Fertiliser Management Plan to the Agency. This plan identifies the customer farmer’s agronomic need for additional fertiliser in any one year. In addition to the aforementioned customer farmers, Mr. Bogue has a number of additional farmers that would like to use organic fertiliser from his farm. Agreement will be obtained from the Agency prior to the allocation of slurry to these farmers.
Mr. Bogue uses his o%vn plant for the transport of slurry to the customer farms. Slurry from this farm is transported in 9 - 25m3 loads. In a significant number of cases this is then spread by the farmers themselves. A detailed survey of these farms was carried out in accordance with E.P.A. requirements as outlined in Schedule 3(v) of the I.P.C. Licence issued to Mr. Bogue. Buffer zones where no slurry from Mr. Bogue’s farm is to be spread were applied to areas around public buildings, domestic houses, public roads, wells, streams, and rivers, excessive slopes, land bordering N.H.A.‘s or other protected areas, and unsuitable land based on the following guidelines: “Integrated Pollution Control Licensing: BATNEEC Guidance Note for the Pig Production Sector September 1996. Environmental Protection Agency.” Location Maps, Farm Fertiliser Management Plans and soil test reports are included in Appendix 1.
As stated in Cavan County Council’s Measures Report produced in July 1999, “The annual fertiliser value of pig manure produced in County Cavan is estimated at &3.45 (c. e4.4) million. The value of bovine manure produced is significantly greater. The present tendency is to treat these products as a waste item. It is considered that significant benefit would arise in developing procedures whereby encouragement would be provided to fully utilise the nutrient value of animal wastes as a substitute for commercial fertiliser.” It is anticipated that the value of animal manures produced in the county has increased in the intervening period, due, not to an increase in volumes of animal manures produced, but the significant increase in chemical fertiliser prices over that period. The existing and proposed development actively supports this philosophy by actively encouraging customer farmers to substitute organic fertilisers for chemical fertilisers. In order to enforce this, Mr. Bogue is only allowed to supply organic fertiliser to customer farmers in accordance with a fertiliser management plan agreed annually with the E.P.A.
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Mr. Luke Rogue Environmental ImDact Statement (E.LS.1
4.4. Customer Farmer/Farmland Assessment Criteria
At present (as of 12* July 2004) 18 customer farmers have agreed with the E.P.A. for the receipt of organic fertiliser from this farm. These customer lands been soil tested and a walk over survey of their farmlands completed to determine its suitability to receive organic fertiliser/slurry from this pig farm. Within these customer farmlands an area of 679 hectares was identified to receive slurry from this farm. Although 17 of these 18 customers have been customers of Mr. Bogues for at least the past 5 years, they are subject to change at any time. In any event any changes to the customer list will be agreed in advance with the E.P.A. prior to allocation of organic fertiliser to these farms.
This initial assessment involved, l A farm survey, including farm walk, to determine areas suitable and unsuitable for
receipt of slurry from this farm. l Determination of the existing farming system. l Soil sampling and analysis to determine existing soil fertility.
The following information is contained in Appendix No. 1, l A list of these farmers names. l A copy of the farm map, and, l A copy of the soil analysis results.
The farmlands were assessed on a visual basis by C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd. and on a chemical (soil testing) basis with Anser Laboratories and Teagasc. The majority of these customers farmlands are due to be re-tested at the end of 20041early 2005, as part of Mr. Bogue’s I.P.C. Licence requirements.
All the following areas of land were excluded when assessing spreadlands: a) excessive gradients (i.e.>1:5) b) wet or marshy areas c) land within 100 meters of an inhabited dwelling house and within 200 meters
of a sensitive public building such as a school or church d) land within 10 meters of a small stream or wet field and within 30 meters of a
main river channel or within 1OOm of a lake shoreline e) land within 50 meters of a domestic well f) rocky land or land exhibiting exposed bedrock g) land within 10 meters of a public road, archaeological or historical sites h) where existing phosphorous level is above 1 Oppm. i) tieIds that were pipe or mole drained in the last 12 months j) where permeable bedrock is overlain by shallow, free draining subsoils.
After this had been carried out a desk based assessment of these farms was carried out to; l Identify hydrogeological characteristics of the site and the then customer farmers. (See
Appendix No. 19) m Ascertain the suitability of these lands with regard to the proximity of these areas with
regard to any Nationally Designated Environmental Areas, (N.H.A.‘s, S.P.A.‘s or S.A.C.‘s).
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e .f\ 1 3 . f 4.5. Location of Customer Farmlands
The majority of the customer farmers are located in the CavanIBallinagh area close to Mr. Bogue’s pig farm. In addition to this there are 2 additional customers located further away. These customer farms are made up of a mix of dairy, beef and tillage production. These farms will utilise the pig manure for efficient grass (grazing and forage conservation)/crop production. This is primarily an agriculture area with low population densities. See appendix No. 6 for 1:50,000 map indicating areas for receipt of slurry.
4.6. Farmlands identified for the receipt of organic fertiliser.
The individual farm areas are presented on OS. maps (scale 6 inches to 1 mile) and are contained in Appendix 1. Each of the farms is referenced with a number and this is indicated on each map. (Contained in Appendix No. 1)
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All areas deemed suitable for the receipt of organic fertiliser from this farm have been indicated on individual customer farm maps in Appendix No. 1. For the purposes of clarity these areas are shown net of all required buffer zones and/or other deductions. Areas coloured green relate to grass/silage crops, and areas indicated in purple indicate tillage crops.
4.7. Soil Sampling
All farms in the customer list have been soil sampled. This process is to be repeated for the majority of the customers at the end of 2004, as previously stated. Each soil sample consists of approximately 20 cores taken at random over an area of 2 - 4 hectares. A sample was taken every 12 hectares in cases where the soil types were similar and the cropping practices were the same during the previous 5 years. Soil sampling procedures and techniques are in line with current Teagasc advice and guidelines.
In cases where soil samples could not be taken due to the recent application of fertiliser, or slurry, a soil index of 3 was assumed when compiling the Farm Fertiliser Management Plan, (as recommended in the Department of Agriculture and Food, Agri-Environmental Specifications 2000).
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental Iinuact Statement /E.LS..j
4.8. Slurry Application Rates
Slurry application rates will be carried out in accordance with the E.P.A. (Environmental Protection Agency) recommendations, which are as follows:
“Regnrdless of the dilution factor, the maximum hydraulic loading per single application shall not exceed 25m3 per hectare on shallow limestone soils and in no case shall exceed 50m3per hecture. ”
This will ensure utilisation of the nutrient content of the pig manure, which is as follows: Nitrogen 3.9 kg/m3 Phosphorous 0.9kg/m3 Potassium 1 .96kg/m3
In light of the fact that the neat slurry has been diluted by the washwater the above figures have been reduced by lo%, from the estimated nutrient content of neat pig slurry, (Department of Agriculture and Food - Agri-Environmental Specifications for REPS 2000). The phosphorous content of the slurry has been reduced by a further 30% due to the addition of phytase to the diets fed on this farm
Total P production on this farm will = l&635.62 m3 * 0.9kg P /m3 , =14,072.06 kg P/annum
The customer farmlands are eminently suitable for spreading of manure. They will greatly benefit from receiving organic manure. A report on the soil nutrient status and cropping regime is included in Appendix 1. This confirms the suitability of the land to receive pig manure. The proposed maximum spreading rate is 50 m3 per hectare. This rate can be altered as required to take account of the soil nutrient status and the crop grown thus ensuring against nutrient accumulation. It is therefore expected that there will be no adverse effect on the natural flora and fauna of the land on which it is spread. Soil nutrient status will be measured on a triennial basis and logbooks on all manure spreading will be kept and made available for inspection.
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental Impact Statement (E.I.S.)
4.9. Recommended Slurry Application Procedures
The following Teagasc Codes of Good Practice (A) for Slurry Spreading and (B) to Reduce Odour Emissions - will be adhered to in the spreading of manure on land:
A. Code of Good Practice for Shrrv &reading l Avoid spreading during the months of November, December, January, and February. l Do not spread when heavy rain is forecast. l Do not spread when the soil is waterlogged. l Do not spread on frozen or snow covered ground. l Do not spread on exposed rock. l Check weather forecast before spreading. If heavy rain is forecast within 48 hours
avoid spreading on heavy wet soils. l Avoid direct contamination of surface and ground water by leaving a buffer zone. l Spread slurry at rates that take account of the crops nutrient requirements.
B. Code of Good Practice to Reduce Odour Emissions at &reading Time l Direct slurry downward towards the soil ensuring a low trajectory splash level.
Switch off the vacuum pump immediately the tanker empties to minimise mist l Never use tanker rain guns to spread slurry. l Avoid spreading slurry at times when the risk of causing odour nuisance to the public
is greatest e.g. weekends or public holidays. l Spreading in damp or light rain conditions will minimise smell drift. l Where slurry is spread on tilled soil or land that is to be ploughed it should be
incorporated into the soil as quickly as possible following application. l Where possible, spread only during calm conditions.
4.10. Calculating Farm Nutrient Balances
The current farming practices on each individual customer farm was assessed. A Farm Fertiliser Management Plan (F.M.P.) was drawn up for each farm, based on the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Agri-Environmental Specifications 2000, and the aforementioned soil analysis reports.
This F.M.P. outlines the volumes of pig slurry which must be applied to each field to achieve optimum crop production, ensuring that there is no luxury build up of nutrients in the soil. In completing these plans it was assumed that all of the on-farm produced slurry was returned to the silage ground, as outlined on page 16 of these specifications, bovine health and grass palatability being the main reasons.
Soil samples were taken and analysed in Dee/Jan 2001/2002 and spring 2004. This was carried out in accordance with recommended Teagasc procedures. The phosphorous limits (Kg/ha) were then calculated in accordance with Table 4.10.1. This table is based on the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Agri-Environmental Specifications 2000. Individual plots on each farm were allocated an identification number and the current cropping regime in each plot was noted. CL W ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNERS LTD. Page No. 24
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Table 4.10.1 - Recommended Phosnhorous Levels &/Ha) for various crops.
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The phosphorus shortfall remaining after farm produced bovine slurry has been spread must be made up by either pig slurry or artificial fertilisers. In most cases pig slurry can supply the entire deficit of phosphorus. . It is planned that all customer farmlands sampled in Dee/Jan 2001/2002 and any new customers to be added to the customer list will be sampled in December 2004/early 2005. Pig slurry contains 1.42 kgP/m3 (REPS specifications, Department of Agriculture, Food Rural Development, 2000).
The slurry produced on this farm was deemed to have a P content of 0.9 kg/m3, as a result of,
l The dilution effect of extraneous surface water from dirty yards and wash water as a result of power-hosing.
. l The addition of phytase to the diets fed on-site.
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The Fertiliser Management Plans also took account of the levels of nitrogen being received by each field to ensure that no more than 250kgs/ha of organic nitrogen is applied. The slurry produced on this farm is deemed to have a Nitrogen content of 3.9kgN/M3. (D.A.F.R.D. Agri-Environmental Spec. 2000 states a figure of 4.3 KgN/m3 for pig manure in roofed slatted tanks, however this has to be reduced by 10% to allow for extraneous water).
Therefore the Maximum volume of manure that can be allowed per hectare per annum = 250 kg’sN/ha / 3.9 kg’sN /m3 = 64.10m3/ha (The maximum hydraulic loading of 50m3/ha/single application or 25m3/Ha/single application on shallow limestone soils still applies.)
Within the 18 current customer farmers, a total 678 hectares of this land was identified to receive this manure. As can be seen from the customer list and fertiliser plan agreed with the Agency and included in Appendix No. 1, the 18 customer farmers require a total of 15,760.39 kg’s P/annum. This farm produces only 14,072.06 kg’s P/annum. Thus the results of the soil tests and farm surveys indicate that the slurry production from the pig farm can be utilised on the present landbank. There is a tested reserve land bank of 12%. Additional customers will be added to the customer list for this farm and agreed with the E.P.A. prior to any increase in slurry production levels on this farm.
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Mr. Luke Bonue Environmental Imoact Statement fE.I.SJ
4.11. Surface Water
Uncontaminated water from the roofs of the buildings and clean paved areas within the farm is to be collected separately and discharged to the existing drains. These discharge points have been given a unique reference number (SW 1 and SW 3), and will be sampled and analysed on a quarterly basis. These points have been monitored on a weekly basis for colour and odour as part of Mr. Bogues I.P.C. Licence requirements. See Appendix 12 for analysis to date. Any additional storm water points that arise as a result of this proposed development will be monitored on a weekly basis and sampled and analysed quarterly. Any water coming of pig walkways will be directed into the slurry storage tanks.
4.12 Animal Carcasses and Tissue Waste
Animal carcasses and tissue waste arise as a result of mortalities in the pig farm and as a result of farrowing wastes. Temporary storage of this waste will be provided at the unit by means of a covered skip. Arrangements have been made with a local rendering plant, i.e. Monery By-Products, for the carcasses to be disposed at their premises.
The number of carcasses for disposal due to mortalities is as follows:
Annual Total Kg’s Sows (incl. Gilts and Boars) Piglets Weaners Finishers & Gilts Animal Tissue Waste
4,100 2,800 5,000 15,000
1,750 28,650
Animal tissue and carcasses will be transported from this farm on a weekly basis in the April to September period and on a fortnightly basis in the October to March period.
In the event of an outbreak of a disease requiring de-stocking, and where the preferred option, i.e. rendering, is not deemed suitable, there is an appropriate site available for the construction of a lined burial site for the disposal of all carcasses. This site can be located on the land surrounding the pig farm site. These lands are owned by Mr. Bogue and are identified as Farm No. 20 Plot No.‘s 1 - 14 in the customer list. Should construction of a burial site be required the building will be in accordance with and controlled by Department of Agriculture supervision and Batneec Guidelines, in order to avoid any detrimental impacts on local groundwater quality.
4.13 Medical Waste
Medical waste arises as a result spot treatment of sick animals and more planned vaccination routines. This waste comprises spent veterinary products, including antibiotics and vaccinations, out of date veterinary products, needles and syringes. This waste is stored in Sharp disposal bins. Transafe Limited, Waste Management Services, 6a Railway Road, Dalkey, Co. Dublin have been contracted to dispose of this material. Please refer to Appendix 8 for details relating to same.
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Mr. Luke Bozue Environmental Imvuct Statement (E.I.S.)
4.14 Paper/Domestic Waste
Any paper or other such waste arising from meal bags, canteen waste or any other packaging will be stored in an appropriate bin. This will be collected by a local approved waste disposal contractor, Cavan Waste Disposal, and brought to an approved site for disposal. Please refer to Appendix 7 for details relating to same.
4.15 Domestic Sewage All efnuent arising from staff facilities will be collected into the existing Bio-Cycle unit. It is recommended that this would be de-sludged annually.
4.16 Services
4.16.1. Electricity
Mains electricity exists on the unit with a single phase supply at 220 volts and a three phase supply at 380 volts. The actual E.S.B. supply capacity at present is 100 KVA, which is adequate. The electricity is currently used for the following:
l Control systems for automatic feeding including augers. 0 Power for automatic ventilation systems. l All artifiCia1 lighting to pig housing, offices and outside yards l Power for water pumps and showers.
Proposed Annual electricity usage = circa. 490,000 units/annum.
4.16.2 Oil/Gas
The oil currently supplied to this site is used for heating.
Proposed Annual oil usage = circa 18,000 litres/annum.
4.16.3. Water
Water supply comes from 2 No. wells located on-site.
Proposed Annual water usage = circa 18,500 m3/annum
4.17. Fly and Pest Control
Flies, rats and mice are carriers of some of the infections that are detrimental to pig health. In addition, rats and mice can cause considerable damage to insulation materials and accessible woodwork, thereby reducing buildings thermal efficiencies and longevity. A programme for fly control and rodent control has been implemented on this farm. This programme is enforced and carried out by the manager of the farm.
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Mr. Luke Boaue Environmental hwact Statement (E.LS..)
5DESCRIPTION OF ALTERNATIVES
5.1. Alternative Sites Considered
As this E.I.S. is concerned with the development of an existing facility, the question of alternative sites does not arise. This proposed farm is described as a 775 integrated sow enterprise located at Dreenan, Cavan, Co. Cavan. Planning permission for a 300 sow, integrated unit, was acquired from Cavan Co. Council in 1992, and planning permissions was granted for a 630 sow unit in 2000. In conjunction to this an I.P.C. Licence for a 630 sow unit was granted by the E.P.A. in 2000.
This site was initially chosen, by Mr. Bogue, as a pig farm site for the following reasons, l Good road and infi-astructure network in the area. This allows for easy and quick
transport of feed to the site and pigs and slurry away from the site. 0 Close proximity to pig processing facility. l Independent water supply available to the pig farm. l Mr. Bogue already owned the site and surrounding lands. l Existing electricity supply. l The site was selected as it has a good depth of overburden for the construction of
underground slurry storage tanks. l The site was in a rural location with a low density of housing in the area at that time.
5.2. Alternative Layout and Design
Mr. Bogue selected the proposed layout and designs after alternatives were thoroughly researched with the architect, C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd. and Mr. Bogue’s agricultural advisor against a background of extensive experience in the design and operation of pig farms. The design of the new development takes into account European Communities (Welfare of pigs) Regulations, 1995. These regulations lay down standards for the protection of pigs kept in intensive or other systems of breeding, rearing or fattening and give effect to Council Directive 91/630/EEC of 19/l l/9 1.
Older buildings were constructed in accordance with applicable guidelines at the time under Teagasc advice. The slurry storage tanks are placed underground, as this is essential to the operation of slatted sheds. The design of the pig houses includes modem ventilation systems.
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5.3. Alternative Process’s Considered
The Teagasc pig advisory service was set up in the early eighties and Mr. Bogue used this service as an integral part of planning this farm. Due to the land type and long winters outdoor pig farming was dismissed. Slatted underground slurry storage was adopted in preference to straw-based English systems of production. One of the deciding factors in this decision was due to the unavailability of straw in this part of the country. Slurry recycling is carried out by allocating slurry to those customer farmers with a recognised need for additional fertiliser. The machinery used for this activity has been changed and modernised over the years to make this process more environmentally friendly. To this end all farmers are advised that slurry tankers should be fitted with low trajectory splashplate. There is no other satisfactory economic or environmentally friendly alternative process for commercial pig production under Irelands climatic conditions.
5.4. Alternative Management of By-products
Application to land is the one practical economic means of utilising the nutrients in pig slurry and is in line with the current thinking on resource recovery. Organic fertiliser from this farm is used in the 1o’ca.l area as an alternative to imported artificial fertiliser. The method of slurry spreading proposed (i.e. low trajectory splash plate), is very practicable and should minimise odour emission from slurry.
Trial work conducted by EOLAS on alternative disposal/treatment methods for pig manure was carried out in the Sheelin area approximatley 14 years ago. This project failed to establish an alternative method for slurry disposal that was viable at a commercial level. C.L.W. Environmental Planners Ltd. in their Enterprise Ireland funded feasibility study entitled, Centralised Anaerobic Digestion in County Cavan, have extensively researched alternatives to landspreading. This study concluded that under the present economic, environmental and grant support climate that there is no economic alternative to landspreadmg.
There is no other suitable alternative for the disposal of animal carcasses and tissue waste or veterinary waste.
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