Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Program
The Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Program provides a comprehensive source of information about Pennsylvania's Nutrient Management Act (Act 38, 2005) Program, and associated technical guidance and educational information. It also provides limited information concerning related programs.
The web site has been developed and is maintained through a workgroup representing various partnering agencies actively involved with the Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Act Program. Contributions to this site represent the collective efforts of that workgroup.
Search
Latest News
December 22, 2025
MMP NBS Standard Format Version 1.1 Released – December 2025
The Nutrient Management Program has updated the Manure Management Plan Nutrient Balance Sheet (MMP NBS) Spreadsheet to Version 1.1. Several updates were added to resolve identified issues and provide additional information.
Read More
November 16, 2025
NBS Standard Format Version 8.3 Released – November 2025
The Nutrient Management Program has updated the Nutrient Balance Sheet (NBS) Spreadsheet to Version 8.3. Several updates were added to resolve identified issues and provide additional information.
Read More
October 19, 2025
NBS Spreadsheet Version 8.2 – October 2025
NBS Spreadsheet Version 8.2 – Oct 2025 has been released by the Act 38 Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Program. There are revision updates that can affect certain planning scenarios. Planners can use any revision of Version 8.x however the best practice is to use the most recent revision when starting a new plan.
Read More
September 30, 2025
NMP Standard Format Version 10.1 Released – October 2025
The Nutrient Management Program has updated the Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) Spreadsheet to Version 10.1. Several updates were added to resolve identified issues and provide additional information.
Read More
Upcoming Trainings and Events
Stormwater and Soil Loss/P Index Workshops (Field)
April 21-23, 2026
Mill Hall, PA
Plan Writing Workshop
May 12-14, 2026
Holiday Inn Express State College, 1925 Waddle Rd., State College, PA 16803
Plan Writing Refresher (CEC for Final Certified Public Specialists)
May 15, 2026
Holiday Inn Express State College, 1925 Waddle Rd., State College, PA 16803
Plan Review Workshop
June 2, 2026
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Room 202, 2301 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
