Rule 40-2-16-.09. Cowyard

1. (1) Cowyard Characteristics. The cowyard must be:

   1. (a) Graded and drained;
   2. (b) Depressions and soggy areas must be filled;
   3. (c) Lactating animal's lanes must be kept dry; and
   4. (d) Manure packs must be solid to the footing of the animals.
2. (2) Solid Footing. Approaches to the barn door and the surroundings of stock watering and feed stations must be solid to the footing of the animals.

3. (3) Pooling of Waste.

   1. (a) Wastes from the barn or milkhouse must not be allowed to pool in the cowyard.
   2. (b) Cowyards that are muddy due to recent rains will not be considered in violation of this Rule.
4. (4) Keeping Udders and Flanks Clean. Manure, soiled bedding, and waste feed must not be stored or permitted to accumulate in such a manner as to permit the soiling of cow's udders and flanks.
5. (5) Animal Droppings. Cowyards must be kept reasonably free of animal droppings. Animal droppings must not be allowed to accumulate in piles that are accessible to the animals.

Authority: O.C.G.A. § 26-2-450, et seq.

History. Original Rule entitled "Cowyard" adopted. F. June 9, 2023; eff. July 1, 2023, as specified by the Agency.