February 2, 2023
The purpose of this article is to clarify the requirements for accurately preparing Act 38 Nutrient Balance Sheets (NBS). Specifically, the requirements apply to NBS prepared as part of an Act 38 NMP and for any manure exports from an Act 38 operation including manure exported through a broker.
February 2, 2023
This article focuses on Manure Spreader calibration and why it is important when developing and implementing an Act 38 Nutrient Management Plan (NMP).
December 19, 2022
The purpose of this article is to communicate the signature requirements in Act 38 Nutrient Management Plans (NMPs) and NMP amendments (amendment) for Appendix 1 and for Appendix 8 when manure is exported from the Act 38 operation to a known landowner for agricultural land application scenarios.
December 19, 2022
The purpose of this article is to remind Manure Broker Level 1s (MB1) and Manure Broker Level 2s (MB2) about the proper procedures for developing and submitting Nutrient Balance Sheets (NBS) for manure brokered under Act 49. It is important to note that only MB2s can develop NBS but both MB1s and MB2s can submit NBS to the reviewing authority.
December 19, 2022
The purpose of this article is to remind conservation district staff about the proper procedures for recording and documenting Nutrient Balance Sheets (NBS) for brokered manure developed under Act 49.
December 19, 2022
In October 2021, Version 12 of The Pennsylvania Act 38 Nutrient Management Program Technical Manual was released. This version of the manual was updated to include new guidance regarding Act 38 NMP technical reviews and electronic submissions.
December 19, 2022
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission (SCC) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.
September 28, 2022
Recently we have been asked for assistance to determine the nutrient composition of a blended manure group.
March 24, 2022
There is a process to follow to withdrawal Nutrient Management Plans (NMP) and Odor Management Plans (OMP) and to rescind OMP approvals.
March 11, 2022
How do alternative sources of nitrogen and phosphorous (non-manure and non-commercial fertilizer) relate to your Act 38 Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) obligations?
February 4, 2022
Your soil conservation plan is developed. Learn about plan implementation, plan evaluation, field observation, and why ephemeral gullies are important.
January 19, 2022
The purpose of this news article is to provide a reminder of basic proper biosecurity protocols. One never knows who is watching. Some decisions we make may seem minor to us at the time, but could be potentially devastating for a farm or several farm operations and their livelihood.
September 28, 2021
Version 12.0 of the Pennsylvania Act 38 Nutrient Management Program Technical Manual has been approved by the State Conservation Commission and has been made available on the Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Program website. The official release date is October 2021.
September 28, 2021
Version 6.0 of the Pennsylvania Nutrient Management and Manure Management Program Administrative Manual has been approved by the State Conservation Commission and has been made available on the Pennsylvania Nutrient Management Program website. The official release date is October 2021.
