"In the spring of 1993, the Pennsylvania legislature passed and the governor signed the Nutrient Management Act into law. Before this legislation was passed, problems with nutrient pollution were administered under the Clean Streams Law, which dealt only with surface waters. This existing law stated that if a farmer follows practices in the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) publication (Manure Manual), no special permits or approvals are required for manure utilization on farms. The Nutrient Management Act is the first law in Pennsylvania that requires regulatory oversight of nutrient plans on certain farms. This law oversight of nutrient plans on certain farms. This law will take effect on October 1, 1997. An important question is, who will be affected by this legislation?"
"Managing manure to optimize its economic returns and at the same time minimize its potential environmental impact is critical. All farmers in the state must manage their manure in compliance with the requirements of the Clean Streams Law. Concentrated animal operations also are required, under the more recent Nutrient Management Act, to have a formal, approved nutrient management plan."
"A self-guided workbook to assist livestock and poultry producers in designing and developing a manure management plan that meets the requirements of Pennsylvania?s Act 6."
"A self-guided workbook to assist livestock and poultry producers in designing and developing a manure management plan that meets the requirements of Pennsylvania?s Act 6. This workbook is a sample plan for dairy producers."
"A self-guided workbook to assist livestock and poultry producers in designing and developing a manure management plan that meets the requirements of Pennsylvania?s Act 6. This workbook is a sample plan for swine producers."
"A self-guided workbook to assist livestock and poultry producers in designing and developing a manure management plan that meets the requirements of Pennsylvania?s Act 6. This workbook is a sample plan for turkey producers."
"Advantages of manure testing include saving on fertilizer costs, refining application rates to meet crop requirements, demonstrating a commitment to protecting surface and groundwater quality, and serving as a data source for long-term farm plans. "
"Manure management practices within horse facilities deserve careful attention. Getting the manure out of a stall is only the beginning. A complete manure management system involves collection, storage (temporary or long-term), and disposal or utilization. This 16-page publication provides information to stable managers on horse manure characteristics and options for its movement and storage. Associated issues such as odor control, fly breeding, and environmental impact are addressedin relation to horse facilities."
"What can be done to limit manure phosphorus application to cropland? The fundamental way is to reduce the P applied in manure. This can be achieved by reducing the amount of manure applied and/or by reducing the P concentration in the manure."
"Learn about the pieces that comprise a business plan and how a plan can assist in the success of an agribusiness. "
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