Services
MDEGLE NPDES CAFO Permit Compliance
Livestock farms with animals above a specific threshold are regulated under the NPDES program in the State of Michigan. CAFOs need a consultant to partner with to help navigate complex regulations and advocate on their behalf.
Permit application preparation
Annual report & as-needed reporting
CNMP & Spread Plan development
Inspection prep and representation
Issue management & communication with MDEGLE
Keeping you abreast of regulatory changes
MDARD Site Selection for New & Expanding Operations
Are you considering expanding or building a new livestock facility? The Site Selection process will help you understand what your best location is based on neighbors, odor impact and other guidelines. Site Selection provides you with Right-to-Farm protection from the State of Michigan.
Site assessment
Application preparation
Expansion strategy
Liaison with MDARD
NRCS Environmental Quality Incentive Program
USDA-NRCS programs can help your farm identify and achieve conservation goals with financial assistance.
TSP for CAP-CNMP development
Focus on manure storage structures & conservation practices
MAEAP Verification
The Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program is administered by the State of Michigan’s Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Farms can participate in the voluntary program to prevent agricultural pollution and assure compliance with the Right-to-Farm GAAMPs, which provides certain protections from nuisance complaints.
CNMP or *A*Syst preparation
Other Services
Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan preparation
Manure management systems plan preparation
Soil sample inventory management and trend assessment
Record-keeping review
Total farm nutrient balance assessment
Manure applicator training
Allison’s Approach
I’m focused on understanding your farm’s specific manure management needs & objectives – voluntary or regulatory.
The Process
Working together means you don’t have to sweat the small stuff – I’ve got your back when it comes to all the details!
Work together towards your farm’s goals
Help you navigate the complex web of agencies
Your liaison and advocate – built on integrity and trust
Organized & efficient through all the details
Clear communication regarding tasks, projects, deciphering new rules—no bull.
How I Work
When you work with me, I follow a clear and organized process that will help everything run smoothly.
Assess your farm’s operation & needs
Clearly lay out options or paths forward
Gather all needed information
Plan the work
Deliver useful tools / plans / projects
“Those who fail to plan, plan to fail.”
— Benjamin Franklin
