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Dairy Nutrient Management Plan Program
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Whatcom Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
No
Assistance creating responsible plans for dairy nutrient management.
Overview
Description:
Nutrient management is the practice of utilizing your on farm nutrients (manure) in a way that maximizes forage and crop growth, protects natural resources (soil, water, and air), and increases the efficiency and productivity of your farm. Manure should not be viewed as waste product, but rather as a valuable nutrient asset that when used responsibly, can increase the tilth and productivity of your soil, maximize crop and forage growth, and reduce the import of chemical fertilizer onto your farm. Receive free technical assistance with the following components of Dairy Management Plans as outlined by the state of Washington:
- Facilities & Manure Management
- Emergency Protocol
- Land Management
- Nutrient Management
- Nutrient Testing
- Analytical Laboratories
- Calibration
- Recordkeeping
- Feed Management
- Mortality Management
- Publications and Links
- Regulations
Eligibility:
Be a dairy farmer in Whatcom County.
Financial benefit:
N/A
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
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