Courts Upholds Biosolids Regulations
In December 2016 a Virginia Circuit Court upheld the regulations that control the application of biosolids on Virginia’s farms and determined they protect the environment and public health. A month
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Annual Report for Code of Good Practice of the Virginia Biosolids Council
The Board of Directors of the Virginia Biosolids Council established a Code of Good Practice in 2009. The Code establishes a set of guiding principles for the production and beneficial
Regulations against the Potomac/Shenandoah Riverkeeper’s legal challenge upheld
The Richmond Circuit Court on December 14 upheld the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Biosolids Regulations against the Potomac/Shenandoah Riverkeeper’s legal challenge. The Court found there was substantial evidence to
Forest Application of Biosolids – growing option for Virginia’s Tree Farmers
This should come as no surprise, but Virginia’s forests are a resource that really enhances the quality of life of her citizens. Our forests are a source of income –
Virginia farmer responds to Mother Earth blogs
Started in 1970, Mother Earth News features practical and money-saving information on organic gardening; do-it-yourself projects; cutting energy costs; using renewable energy; green home building and remodeling; rural living; and
DC Water launches Bloom Product Website
DC Water, a founding member of the Virginia Biosolids Council, recently launched a website for its EPA-certified ‘Exceptional Quality’ biosolids – called Bloom. After water is used in homes and
VBC Comments on Permits
Recently the Virginia Biosolids Council submitted comments for the public record on two biosolids permits being considered by the Virginia State Water Control Board. During the promulgation of a biosolids
JLARC to conduct study of biosolids
Additionally, there were two studies introduced. One advanced. House Joint Resolution 120, patroned by Del. Steve Landes (R-Augusta), was approved by the Virginia General Assembly. Del. Landes, Vice-Chair of the
VBC Members Revise and Update Code of Good Practice
When the membership of the Virginia Biosolids Council approved a Code of Good Practice in 2009, it was a decision by the membership to put in writing common sense best
FDA Releases Final Rule on Produce Safety Allowing for use of Biosolids
The provisions regarding biosolids are brief. It states: “You may not use human waste for growing covered produce, except sewage sludge biosolids used in accordance with the requirements of 40