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Environmental practices

The pork industry is proactively working to reduce its impact on the environment. By maintaining natural resources, using renewable energy sources, we are farming sustainably and can ensure a competitive future for our industry.

Sustainability

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Shed and silos
Environmental sustainability

Find our industry’s environmental priorities: 

  • 'Planet' pillar
  • Emission roadmaps 
  • Lifecycle assessments

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Effluent pond
Energy use

Learn about biogas, solar and reducing emissions on your farm:

  • Understanding energy
  • Calculators
  • Biogas Code of Practice

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Greenhouse gases

Discover how to track and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  

  • Reducing emissions on farm
  • Emission crediting

Management

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Indoor production

Video and resources to help you plan for an indoor piggery:

  • Requirements
  • Guidelines

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Outdoor production

Information for outdoor pig producers looking to learn more about planning and management:

  • Nutrient balance calculators
  • Planning and design
  • Soil and water protection

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Anaerobic digesters
Waste management

Learn about the potential benefits of effectively managing effluent:

  • Anaerobic ponds
  • WatBal
  • PigBal

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