Storm Goretti – Restrictions on organic fertiliser spreading
Waterford City and County Council reminds farmers of restrictions on organic fertiliser (e.g. soiled water) spreading within 48 hours of heavy rain.
Met Éireann has issued a yellow snow/ice weather advisory for Waterford regarding Storm Goretti, which will come into effect from 12pm until 8pm tomorrow – Thursday, January 8th.
Possible impacts include spot flooding, hazardous travel conditions and poor visibility.
Under the European Union (Good Agricultural Practice for Protection of Waters) Regulations 2022, organic and chemical fertilisers or soiled water shall not be applied to land when it is snow-covered, frozen, or waterlogged or when heavy rain is forecast within 48 hours.
