Dairy Manure Management Plan
A dairy manure management plan template for farms to describe how manure is collected, stored, tested and applied, with notes on records and weather limits.
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Sections on this template
- Farm and facility description
- Manure collection and storage
- Storage maintenance and inspection
- Manure and soil testing plan
- Fields and application methods
- Weather and setback precautions
- Equipment calibration
- Record keeping
- Emergency and spill steps
How to use this template
Treat the headings as a starting outline. Add detail under each one, and keep the finished copy with your records.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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