Dust and Particulate Control
for Animal Housing Systems with Liquid Manure - Oil Sprinkling
| Pro |
Con |
| Easy, multiple approaches to application |
Need to be careful not to create slippery surfaces |
| Variety of oil sources available |
Repeated (daily) application needed |
Coating surfaces to control dust has involved the use of vegetable oil, either
sprayed or sprinkled in animal pens. Effectiveness in reducing dust concentrations
is not documented. However, a Minnesota study reported a 40 to 70 percent reduction
in odor, following a detailed protocol for oil application. Hydrogen sulfide
concentrations were reduced 40 to 60 percent in oil-sprinkled rooms. No affect
on ammonia concentrations were observed. The practice involves safety issues
such as slippery conditions of pens and alleys following repeated oil applications.
Costs are minimal for the vegetable oil, and other costs involve a sprayer and
labor needed for the daily oil application.
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