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TLDR: In this OCTOBER edition of Fast Facts:
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- Truck or Treat? Why Truck it When You Can Treat it and Save?!
- Ensuring Safe Manure Use: LWR's Proactive Approach to PFAS Testing
- New Gel-Based Flocculant: A Breakthough for Manure Wastewater Treatment
- Wrapping Up Another Successful AMMP Grant Submission Round
- Cleaner Chemistry, Greener Fields: LWR's Formula for Sustainable Agriculture
- Where to Connect with us Next!
- What Impact Does Pork Farming Have on the Environment?
- Dairy Farmers Capture Rare Sight of Stunning Northern Lights
- Happy Half-Earth® Day!
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Halloween might be over, but now is the time to collect real treats for your farm with LWR’s manure management solutions. Our system is designed to address the most pressing nutrient management challenges, reducing up to 98.5% Total Suspended Solids (TSS) and recovering up to 75% of ammonia from the filtrate. That means cleaner water, fewer nutrient overloads, and better results for your farm’s productivity.
Plus, with our technology, you’ll see a significant ROI post-digester by turning waste into a valuable resource. Whether you’re looking to cut costs or boost sustainability, LWR helps keep your operation efficient and environmentally friendly.
No tricks—just sustainable solutions that work all year long. Ready to treat your farm to something better?
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Ensuring Safe Manure Use: LWR’s Proactive Approach to PFAS Testing
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The conversation around manure management has broadened to address concerns about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as "forever chemicals." PFAS are synthetic compounds found in numerous industrial and consumer products, recognized for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. For those in agronomy and agriculture, this raises questions about possible PFAS contamination in manure used as fertilizer.
Proactively, to ensure PFAS wasn't an issue on any of our farms, LWR
tested manure where LWR equipment was installed. Results consistently
show
no detectable levels of PFAS in
any of these samples. In addition, our proprietary flocculant, grō17,
contains no PFAS chemicals, is 100% biodegradable - with 70% of it
breaking down within 30 days.
This finding is GREAT news for farmers and agronomists, indicating that
properly sourced and managed manure can serve as a safe, effective soil
amendment without the risk of introducing PFAS into the soil or crops.
This testing initiative reinforces confidence in using manure as a sustainable fertilizer, especially in an industry that increasingly values transparency and environmental safety. While ongoing monitoring and responsible manure management remain essential, the absence of PFAS in LWR-tested manure is a promising sign for agronomic practices focused on soil health and environmental standards.
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New Gel-Based Flocculant: A Breakthrough for Manure Wastewater Treatment
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Researchers have developed a novel, environmentally friendly flocculant with dual functions—flocculation and sterilization—designed specifically for manure wastewater treatment. This gelatin-based poly-cationic flocculant, known as GMTA@Gel, has shown remarkable results, removing 95% of manure suspended solids (MSS) and E. coli from real dairy wastewater.
Functioning effectively across a wide pH range and offering enhanced efficiency over commercial flocculants, GMTA@Gel could help dairy farms significantly reduce water contamination, air pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. By disinfecting wastewater, it also provides a more sustainable and effective solution for manure management. |
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Beyond
its high removal efficiency, GMTA@Gel brings long-term environmental
and operational benefits. It reduces volatile solids by 97%, improving
water quality while helping to curb greenhouse gas emissions from
manure. Unlike traditional flocculants, which can be expensive and
limited by pH variability, GMTA@Gel maintains a strong cationic charge,
making it adaptable to different water conditions.
With
its ability to address both solid-liquid separation and bacterial
contamination, GMTA@Gel offers a cost-effective, scalable, and
sustainable approach to manure management. As dairy farms face growing
pressure to adopt more sustainable practices, this breakthrough could
prove to be a game changer for efficient wastewater treatment.
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Wrapping Up Another Successful AMMP Grant Submission Round
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We’re excited to announce the completion of the latest round of grant submissions for the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP), and it’s been a tremendous success! With over 20 successful submissions, our team has helped dairy farms and other operations across California secure vital funding for sustainable manure management projects.
AMMP supports initiatives that reduce methane emissions by offering alternatives to traditional manure handling methods, benefiting both the environment and farm operations.
If you’re looking to take advantage of the next round of funding, now is the time to start planning! Click below to connect with Figure 8 Environmental to ensure your project is ready when the next opportunity opens!
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Cleaner Chemistry, Greener Fields: LWR's Formula for Sustainable Agriculture
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At LWR, we’re not just turning agricultural waste into valuable resources; we’re leading the way in eco-friendly solutions for a sustainable tomorrow. With a commitment to advancing agriculture through innovative chemistry and responsible design, we’re making a tangible impact on the planet. This month, let’s dive into how LWR applies green chemistry principles in our manure management practices.
What is Green Chemistry?
Green chemistry focuses on designing products and processes that minimize or eliminate hazardous substances. Guided by 12 core principles, it seeks to create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world—values that are central to LWR’s work in agriculture.
1. Preventing Waste
Preventing waste at the source is a primary objective of green chemistry. At LWR, our manure management technology recovers valuable nutrients for reuse, transforming manure from waste to a resource that bolsters sustainable agriculture.
2. Using Safer Chemicals and Processes
Safety and sustainability drive our material choices. We use biodegradable polymers that enhance soil structure, improve water retention, and reduce nutrient loss, all while promoting environmental health.
3. Promoting Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency underpins every stage of our process. We work to lower energy use, reducing costs and our carbon footprint.
4. Relying on Renewable Feedstocks
Green chemistry emphasizes renewable resources, and LWR embraces this through our bio-based flocculants. By sourcing materials like chitin and starch, we lessen dependency on synthetic chemicals, fostering a sustainable supply chain in agricultural waste management.
5. Reducing Chemical Additives
Our approach minimizes the need for chemical additives. By reducing polymer dosages, we align with green chemistry’s commitment to minimizing chemical impact, benefiting both farmers and ecosystems.
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The Future of Green Chemistry at LWR
At LWR, we’re advancing eco-friendly waste management, transforming agriculture with innovative, sustainable solutions. Our equipment captures methane from manure, reducing emissions from traditional lagoons and offering farmers economic benefits through carbon credits. By also converting biosolids into renewable natural gas feedstock, we generate clean energy while minimizing waste. This resource-efficient approach supports both economic and environmental sustainability, bringing us closer to a greener future.
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We have an exciting lineup of events over the next few months, and we'd love to connect! From presenting our latest technology advancements to exploring new opportunities in environmental markets and showcasing the unique value we bring to sustainable agriculture, here’s where you can find us:
Google Summit:
We're excited to be presenting at the Google Summit at the Spruce Goose this November, where we’ll be discussing the value of recycled water with an audience of founders, industry experts, and innovators.
Sustainable Ag Summit:
We will be in Minnesota at the Sustainable Ag Summit in November, where we’ll be part of the conversation on advancing sustainability across agriculture. We’ll be showcasing our latest solutions in sustainable manure management and nutrient recovery, and you won’t want to miss our product demonstration so let us know if you’ll be at the show!
World Ag Expo:
Join us February 11-13 in Tulare, CA, as we partner with Figure 8 Environmental at one of the largest agricultural events in the U.S.! We’ll be sharing how transforming agricultural waste into valuable resources drives profitable sustainability through RNG projects and carbon credit opportunities. Discover how we’re supporting California farms in achieving environmental and economic goals while keeping pace with evolving regulations.
Online Operator Training:
Whether you're aiming to optimize your system or expand your expertise, these virtual training sessions provide practical insights to help you maximize the potential of the First Wave and PLANT systems. Reach out to learn more!
Stay tuned for updates, and reach out to let us know if you’ll be
attending any of these events — we’d love to connect! 🌐 📸 © International Agri-Center
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What Impact does Pork Farming Have on the Environment?
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In a recent article in Pork Business, greenhouse gas expert Frank Mitloehner highlights the pork industry’s progress in tackling methane emissions with anaerobic digesters that capture greenhouse gases and repurpose them as renewable energy.
At Livestock Water Recycling, we support this progress by processing raw manure into high-value feedstock for digesters and then further refining the digestate. Our systems maximize nutrient recovery, significantly cut emissions, and transform waste into renewable resources—benefiting both the environment and producers’ bottom lines. By providing pork producers with a cleaner, more efficient manure management solution, we’re helping reduce the industry’s environmental footprint and contribute to a more sustainable planet.
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Dairy Farmers Capture Rare Sight of Stunning Northern Lights
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Dairy farmers are used to long nights and early mornings, but recently, many were treated to a rare sight—the Northern Lights.
Earlier this month, a geomagnetic storm pushed the aurora borealis as far south as Texas, lighting up skies across much of the northern U.S. These vivid displays occur when solar wind interacts with Earth's magnetic field, and this year has seen more frequent occurrences as the sun nears the peak of its 11-year cycle.
Thanks to Dairy Herd Management for compiling these breathtaking famer photos:
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🌍 Happy Half-Earth®
Day! 🌱
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On October 22, Half-Earth Day® brought global voices together to explore ways to protect biodiversity for future generations. At LWR, we’re proud to help farmers play a role in this mission with nutrient recovery solutions that turn waste into resources, reducing environmental impact and fostering a future where profitable sustainability means agriculture and ecosystems thrive together.
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