Did you know that by using chemical lime on your farm, you create a high pH environment that prevents the growth of pathogenic bacteria? White Rhino chemical lime is an effective treatment for the Foot and Mouth virus. In April 2001, the Department of Agriculture used lime to treat the slurry on the Foot and Mouth infected farm in Co. Louth to successfully prevent the spreading of the infection. A 2% solution of lime is sufficient for this purpose. For dairy farmers, calcium hydroxide helps to control mastitis and other bacteria in cubicle houses. A half kilo of White Rhino hydrated lime combined with bedding is applied to the floor surfaces of each cubicle end after cleaning. Recent Teagasc research has proven that White Rhino calcium hydroxide will destroy Tuberculosis and Brucellosis pathogens in cattle slurry, thus reducing the possibilities of reinfection. This pathogen kill is achieved by raising the pH to above 12 for up to 4 days. For sheep farmers, calcium hydroxide prevents infectious disease such as footrot and maintains sanitary conditions in housed pens. It combats the spread of contagious scouring in lambs during the lambing season. :: Research report on effects     of lime on lameness Calcium hydroxide is used to prevent incidents of Newcastle disease. It is spread in the poultry litter to maintain sanitary conditions. :: Practical Guidelines on the Use of Lime for the Prevention     and Control of Avian Influenza :: Avian Influenza Virus inactivation with lime :: Institut Pasteur de Lille Poster     Re: Avian Influenza Virus inactivation with lime Calcium hydroxide is used by pig farmers to reduce the spread of disease, to reduce odour, and to enhance the nutrient value of pig slurry. The addition of calcium hydroxide inhibits or destroys the microorganisms involved in the decomposition of organic material thereby reducing odours. Teagasc indicate that calcium carbonate losses in Irish soil vary between 0.25 and 0.75 Tonnes/hectare/annum. It is estimated that between 1.5 and 2 million tonnes should be spread annually to maintain a satisfactory pH balance in the soil. Regular use of small quantities of White Rhino chemical lime provide a quicker release of calcium for the growing crop than limestone and will substantially increase the yield and therefore the income for the farmer. Large quantities of chemical lime are presently being spread in France for this purpose. Chemical lime at the optimum pH in the soil, promotes microbe growth and favourably modifies the physical properties of clays and heavy soils. Recent Teagasc trials measured the effect of using a chemical lime/sulphur mix on grassland in sulphur deficient soils. The mix yielded herbage volume increases of up to 30%. Whitewashing with lime is an inexpensive, effective and decorative way of keeping farm buildings clean and bright. Whitewash has been used for generations and has been appreciated for its hygienic and antiseptic properties. Whitewash will help prevent both condensation and mould problems. a. Clean and dampen the area to be whitewashed. b. Add one litre of White Rhino hydrated lime to 0.5 litres     of water - mix thoroughly. c. Dilute with more water to the consistency of milk and apply thinly. d. Always follow the safety guidelines on the packaging.