FeedLots

Feedlots present the same odor treatment options as landfills: either perimeter atomization or surface treatments are generally viable. Surface treatment may have advantages in that, similar to poultry sheds, the mixing action of cattle hooves will quickly turn the surface treatment into an incorporation treatment. Decreasing the actual formation of odorous gases may have more beneficial value to the animals than treating the already formed odors with air contact reactants as the gases leave the site. 

Nevertheless, atomization systems remain viable options. Since surrounding acreage may be considerable, it is unlikely that actual perimeters of the site will be a reasonable choice unless power and water are available near a particularly sensitive road or property line. In most situations, nozzles installed nearer to or on the barn or extended from fences are more feasible. 

Surface treatment may be labor and time intensive due to the size and level of activity at many feedlots. A small vehicle with mounted motorized sprayer is ideal. Also similar to landfill operations, a water truck with cannon and fire nozzles may be used. Surface treatment has an advantage in that no system of nozzles, tubing, and controls need to be installed. One disadvantage to surface treatment is its lack of public visibility. An atomization system may be visible to the public, creating a positive perception of the operation and its intent to manage odors. Surface treatment activity will be witnessed by few. The evidence of its occurrence will be the diminished odors at the site.