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.

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April 29, 2025

New SCC NMP Submission Resource Account

The State Conservation Commission (SCC) has set up a new resource account for electronic submissions of Act 38 Nutrient Management Plans (NMP) and Act 49 Nutrient Balance Sheets (NBS).

February 7, 2025

New Help Center Email Available for NMP - NBS Spreadsheet Assistance

A help center email for Nutrient Management Questions and Planning now available to planners seeking assistance when completing or reviewing the Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) and Nutrient Balance Sheet (NBS) planning tools.

February 5, 2025

Biosecurity Resources and Approved Disinfectants for HPAI

The current HPAI outbreaks in Pennsylvania are a reminder of the importance of biosecurity. Every person servicing Pennsylvania agriculture should have a 'biosecurity kit' for farm visits. This article provides links to resources that can help agricultural service professionals disinfectant choices and biosecurity practices.

February 5, 2025

Alternative Approach to On-Site Status Reviews

Due to the current heightened concern with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) the State Conservation Commission (SCC) has developed the following guidance for performing Act 38 Nutrient Management On-Site Status Reviews, as an alternative, without going on the actual farm where the animals are housed. This alternative approach is only for use during periods of heightened biosecurity concern identified by The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA). The SCC, in consultation with PDA’s Bureau of Animal Health will determine the biosecurity risk and the timeframe this alternative approach may be offered.

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