Pork water balance model development

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Author(s): David McClymont, Alan Skerman

The WatBal computer model described in this report, was developed in response to a need identified by APL for a relatively simple, widely accessible, daily water balance model, designed specifically for modelling Australian piggeries. It is anticipated that it will assist individual producers negotiating planning approvals for new and expanding piggeries, in addition to supporting the expansion and consolidation of the pork industry across Australia. he user-friendly, web-based format of this model will assist both the consultants involved in preparing proposals for new developments, and the regulatory officers who are responsible for assessing development approval applications. Ultimately, nearby landholders and the general public will be more confident that new piggery developments have been designed to minimise the risk of environmental contamination resulting from excessive spillage of effluent storage ponds. This will in turn enhance the social, environmental and marketing credentials of the Australian pork industry.

The calculator is available at: https://watbal.australianpork.com.au/

A tutorial for how to use the calculator is available at: https://watbal.australianpork.com.au/About/Tutorial