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Dairy Nutrient Management Program

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Program level:

Local

Provider:

Skagit Conservation District

Benefits provided: 

Free technical assistance

Land use:

Agriculture

Water-focused program: 

Yes

Non-regulatory assistance with Washington State Dairy Nutrient Management Act compliance

Overview

Description:

The purpose of the Skagit Conservation District’s Dairy Nutrient Management Program is to assist licensed dairy operations in complying with the 1998 Washington State Dairy Nutrient Management Act. The Act requires that all licensed dairy operations obtain a conservation district approved and certified nutrient management plan and that all structural and management practices that are prescribed in the plan are implemented.

Eligibility:

None required

Financial benefit: 

N/A

Contact information

Information last updated on July 15, 2025.

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