This document discusses best practices for managing deep manure pits on livestock farms. It emphasizes that the top priorities for pit management are safety, indoor air quality, environmental protection, and maximizing the fertilizer benefits of manure nutrients. Some key recommendations include ensuring good pit ventilation, especially during agitation and pumping; monitoring pit levels; maintaining biosecurity; and properly sampling and applying manure nutrients according to a nutrient management plan. The document also cautions about potential issues with new pit construction if proper protocols are not followed.