If you need to request a new nutrient management plan or update an existing one, please get in touch with Brianna LeMay, Nutrient Management Advisor, at 301-724-3320 or blemay@umd.edu
PLEASE NOTE: If you would like a plan, please contact an Brianna LeMay ASAP with your request and complete information. Depending on the time of year we may have a sizeable wait list. Thank you.
Helpful Information from the Allegany County NM Advisor
Who Needs a Nutrient Management Plan?
Generally, Maryland producers who gross $2,500 or more annually, or who have 8,000 lbs. or more of livestock, are required to maintain a current nutrient management plan. A current plan must be in place before any fertilizer or organic nutrients are applied to your fields. If nutrients have already been applied to your fields without an updated plan, a multiyear plan will be required. This is important to note, as soil and manure samples may need to be retaken depending on their expiration dates and the length of the plan. Read more at MDA
What’s Included in a Nutrient Management Plan?
A nutrient management plan provides detailed guidance for your farm. It may include the following:
- Fertilizer recommendations for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash
- Lime recommendations based on soil PH.
- Organic nutrient application rates (if applicable)
- Livestock information
- Soil analysis results
- Manure and plant tissue analyses (if applicable)
- Phosphorus loss risk assessment (if required)
- Plan duration: one, two, or three years
- Instructions for updating your plan
- Recordkeeping and yield calculation sheets
How to Request a NM Plan from Allegany County UME?
If you need a nutrient management plan or an update to your existing plan, don’t hesitate to reach out. Plans are actively being written across the county and state, so now is a great time to get started. Requests can be made by contacting the Allegany County Extension Office at (301) 724-3320 or emailing blemay@umd.edu. We’re happy to guide you through every step.
