Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Waste separation facilities are a filtration or screening device, settling tank, settling basin, or settling channel used to partition solids and/or nutrients from a waste stream. This video explores how ben Flahart implemented this conservation practice on his farm in Colora, Maryland.
Practice benefits:
• Enhances nutrient management
• Reduces some pathogens
• Reduces fertilizer cost
• Provides potential revenue
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
Waste separation facilities are a filtration or screening device, settling tank, settling basin, or settling channel used to partition solids and/or nutrients from a waste stream. This video explores how ben Flahart implemented this conservation practice on his farm in Colora, Maryland.
Practice benefits:
• Enhances nutrient management
• Reduces some pathogens
• Reduces fertilizer cost
• Provides potential revenue
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
