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I have full storage but my slurry tank has suddenly filled due to a burst water pipe. Can I go ahead and spread the slurry onto my fields during the closed period?

April 26, 2017ahead Burst filled pipe slurry spread storage suddenly tank water

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I have full storage but my slurry tank has suddenly filled due to a burst water pipe. Can I go ahead and spread the slurry onto my fields during the closed period?

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Under the Nitrates Action Programme Regulations, failure to comply is an offence without reasonable excuse. Each case will be looked at on an individual basis. Officers may come out to do an on-site evaluation and take into account the best way to prevent any potential water pollution incident. If consent is given to spread the contents of the tank, it has to be done according to Code of Good Agricultural Practice guidelines.