Virginia Farmstead Assessment System. Fact Sheet/Worksheet no. 11, Milking Center Wastewater Treatment

Proper handling and disposal practices are essential to avoid risking water contamination and health problems. From an environmental perspective, delivery of milking center wastewater to a manure storage facility, if available for treatment and eventual land application, makes the most sense. Common methods for milking center wastewater treatment and management are described in this publication.