As a result of legislation passed in SF 2293 earlier this year, the DNR is proposing changes to Chapter 65 of the Iowa Administrative Code - Animal Feeding Operations. The public is encouraged to submit written or oral comments regarding the proposed changes. The deadline for submitting comments is December 6, 2002.

For additional information regarding the public comment period, information regarding the proposed rules and a list of ICN locations for public comment, please check this site often as materials are updated.

Press Releases:
DNR seeks public input on Master Matrix, livestock rule changes. DNR ecoNews, November 21, 2002
DNR proposes master matrix, livestock rule changes. DNR ecoNews, November 7, 2002

To visit DNR's newly updated web page on "Proposed Rules Changes Resulting From Senate File 2293" please visit this link: http://www.state.ia.us/dnr/organiza/epd/wastewtr/feedlot/changes.htm This link will take you to the Notice of Intended Action regarding proposed rule changes to Chapter 65 - Animal Feeding Operations, including a copy of the proposed master matrix. The site also contains links to press releases and a mechinism by which to submit electronic comments regarding the proposed rules changes.

A link to Senate File 2293 with the new 2002 Animal Feeding Operations laws can be found at: http://www.legis.state.ia.us/GA/79GA/Legislation/SF/02200/SF02293/Current.html

A link to the existing version of Chapter 65 can be found at: http://www.legis.state.ia.us/Rules/2002/iac/gnac/gnac1932/gnac1997/gna1998.pdf

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Previous feature articles:

• Mastering the Matrix and Other Manure Matters - by Sherry Hoyer, Iowa Pork Industry Center
• Mastering the Matrix and Other Manure Matters - by Sherry Hoyer, Iowa Pork Industry Center
• Web resource identifying frequently asked questions about manure management is now available -
  Angela Rieck-Hinz, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State University
• Manure management field days are in full swing - by Angela Rieck-Hinz, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State University
• Information and resources regarding the development of the Master Matrix for siting confinement facilities - Angela Rieck-Hinz, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State University; Karen Grimes and Robin Pruisner, Iowa Department of Natural Resources
• Upcoming Meetings on Iowa's Livestock Regulations and Other Information Resources - by Angela Rieck-Hinz, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State University
• Information Regarding Iowa's New Livestock Bill-SF 2293 - by Angela Rieck-Hinz, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State University
• Review of Alternative Technologies for Manure Treatment from Open Feedlots - Jeff Lorimor and Brad Woerner, Agricultural Engineers, Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, ISU
• Manure Applicator Certification Workshops for 2002 - Angela Rieck-Hinz, Extension Program Specialist, Department of Agronomy, ISU
• Managing Manure and Residue at the Same Time - Paul Miller, Manure Management Specialist, USDA-NRCS