How to Write a Nutrient Management Plan
- 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
๐ Description
Join this hands-on, two-day virtual course introducing the Maryland Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) process from start to finish. Participants will complete a full plan using NuMan Pro 5.3 software.
Certified nutrient management consultants who attend will receive 6 continuing education credits.
This training will cover:
- Maryland Nutrient Management Regulations
- Introduction to the Phosphorus Management Tool (PMT)*
- Data Collection
- Reporting and Recordkeeping
- Soil Sampling and Testing
- Calibrations and Nitrate Testing
- Organic Sampling and Testing
- Livestock, Fruit, and Christmas Trees in NMPs
- Generating Crop Recommendations
- Completing a full example NMP
*In-depth PMT training will be offered at a later date for those interested.
๐ฅ Who Should Attend
All are welcome!
Priority will be given to certified consultants who intend to write Maryland NMPs, followed by certified individuals who need CEUs.
Registration is limited.
๐ฐ Cost
Free course
Optional: NuMan Pro 5.3 one-time purchase fee โ $75
(NuMan Pro 5.3 is not compatible with Mac or Chromebooks.)
๐ Registration
Register by October 21, 2025
๐ go.umd.edu/HTWNMP2025
๐ Contact
Kayla Griffith
๐ง kmgriffi@umd.edu
โ (301) 226-7403
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Kayla Griffith on or before October 14, 2025.