Department of Agriculture: Nutrient Management


NUTRIENT AND ANIMAL MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROGRAM

A Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) or Animal Waste Management (AWMP) is a strategy to manage the amount, placement, timing and application of nutrients and is required for anyone who manages more than 10 acres of land on which nutrients are applied and/or operates an animal operation in excess of 8,000 lbs. of live animals. A NMP must meet the regulations of the Nutrient Management Law, and can be developed for your operation at no cost. Payment of cost assistance is contingent upon funding availability. A certified nutrient generator is authorized to write an AWMP for their operation but the plan must meet the regulations of the Nutrient Management law.

NMP's can be provided by a certified nutrient consultant. To request a Nutrient Management Plan, contact a private or public Certified Nutrient Consultant, or the State Nutrient Management Program.

Please refer to the Delaware Guidelines for Agriculture Nutrient Management Plan or contact a member of the Nutrient Management staff or a Nutrient Management Commissioner for further assistance.

Applications, Forms, and Tools
Nutrient Management Planning Claim Calculator Assistance Application
Nutrient Management Plan Cost Assistance Application
Nutrient Management Planning Claim For Payment
Nutrient Management Plan Policy Checklist
Nutrient Management Law: 3 Del. C. 22, § 2220
Last Updated: Friday, 09-Jul-2010 14:52:51 EDT
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