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Nutrient management planning: Is it the answer to better management?

R. Shepard
Journal of Soil and Water Conservation July 2005, 60 (4) 171-176;
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Agricultural nutrient management is an important part of water resources protection strategies, especially in the upper Midwest. In Wisconsin, nutrient management plans are thought to reduce the excess application of agrichemicals, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, on cropland. A survey of 127 farmers, representing 90 percent of the farmers in two northeastern Wisconsin watersheds where nutrient management plans had been extensively promoted documented the application of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (as P2O5) and the extent to which those farmers follow nutrient management plans. Results indicate that farmers with nutrient management plans do apply lower rates of total N and P2O5 compared to farmers without plans, however, the existence of a plan does not necessarily lead to the elimination of excess nutrient applications. Furthermore, there is minimal difference between public agency plans and those supported by the private sector in Wisconsin. Results from this study are useful in developing more effective public policy, and especially conservation programs that encourage the adoption of nutrient management plans.

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  • Robin Shepard is an associate professor in the Department of Life Sciences Communication at the University of Wisconsin and the Assistant Dean and State Program Leader for Community, Natural Resources and Economic Development with University of Wisconsin Extension in Madison, Wisconsin.

  • Copyright 2005 by the Soil and Water Conservation Society

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