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8/2/2021
This plan has been prepared for:
Twin J Farms
Larry Faulkner
37152 Faulkner Road
Albemarle, NC 28001
704-982-9565
This plan has been developed by:
NCDA&CS DSWC
Michael Shepherd
191 S. Main St
Mocksville, NC 27028
336-940-8901
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nutrient Management with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and operation and maintenance procedures
established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste utilization plan for
the farm named above. 1 have read and understand the Required Specifications concerning animal
waste management that are included with this plan.
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Sign ture (manager or producer)
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This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S.Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
Technical Specialist Sign ture
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Date
Twin J Farms
8/2/2021
Type of Plan: Nutrient Management with Manure Only
Narrative:
MS 2021 Plan Update
Twin J Farms was previously a 200,000 bird poultry layer operation. The facility has not had any
birds since 2007. The houses have been cleaned out and pipe coming from houses to lagoon has
be removed. This nutrient management plan is written to address rainfall events in the lagoon only
as there will never be anymore birds at the facility. The annual rainfall minus evaporation for the
site is 9 inches and a 24hr-25year storm event is 6 inches for a total rainfall input of 15 inches. This
equals approximately 541,250 cubic feet of liquid or approximately 5 inches per acre of wastewater
to be applied annually. Once the rainfall has been collected and contaminated with the waste
existing in the lagoon, it will then be applied on the fields listed in the plan at the rated contained
within the plan. Since the nutrient levels indicated in waste samples are very low, application of
wastewater will be restricted by hydraulic loading rates more than nutrient limits. Special attention
must be maintained during land application events to monitor hydraulic conditions in application
fields to prevent runoff of wastewater. All management of the lagoon will be the same as previously
performed and all freeboard requirements must be maintained.
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Sources in Plan
Twin J Farms
Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is included in this plan.
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Twin J Farms waste generated 4,049,091 gals/year by a 0 Poultry Lagoon Liquid - Layer
operation. This production facility has waste storage capacities of approximately 365 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Injected
84
Incorporated-4 wks or less
following application
84
Incorporated-5 wks to 3 mos
following application
70
Broadcast
70
Irrigated
70
Max. Available
PAN (Ibs)*
Actual PAN
Applied (Ibs)
PAN Surplus /
Deficit (Ibs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/ Deficit
(Gallons)
Year 1
70
6,498
(6,428)
375,875,010
(371,825,919)
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Waste Utilization Table
Twin J Farms
The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of
cropland needed to use the nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient
requirements, and proper timing of applications to maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure
or other by-products, commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each
field in order to supply the indicated quantity of nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure
applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides for the utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Waste Utilization Table
Year 1
Tract ID
Field
ID
Source
ID
SMU
Total
Acreage
Wettable
Acreage
Crop Name
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(Ibs/A)
N
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(Ibs/A)
N
Res.
(Ibs/A)
N
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
(Ibs/A)
N
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
1000
gal/A
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
tons
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
1000 gals
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
tons
2365
1
* 1025
GoC
3.20
3.20
Fescue Hay
3 Tons
8/1-7/31
150
0
0
Irrig.
150
8,662.58
0
27,720.25
0
2365
2
* 1025
BaB
9.70
9.70
Pearl Millett, Hay
3.3 Tons
4/1-9/15
158
0
0
Irrig.
158
9,124.58
0
88,508.43
0
2365
2
* 1025
BaB
9.70
9.70
Rye, Hay
3.2 Tons
9/1-3/31
100
0
0
Irrig.
100
5,775.05
0
56,017.99
0
2365
3
* 1025
GoC
17.20
17.20
Pearl Millett, Hay
2.2 Tons
4/1-9/15
121
0
0
Irrig.
121
6,987.81
0
120,190.40
0
2365
3
* 1025
GoC
17.20
17.20
Rye, Hay
2.8 Tons
9/1-3/31
84
0
0
Irrig.
84
4,851.04
0
83,437.94
0
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
375,875.01
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
4,049.09
Balance, 1000 gallons
(371,825.9
2)
Total Applied, tons
0.00
Total Produced, tons
0.00
Balance, tons
0.00
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Twin J Farms PAN Application Rates (Ib/ac) by Field and Crop
Field
Tract
Acres
Crop PAN application rate: (Ibs.
Plant Available Nitrogen per Acre)
Fescue Millet Rye
Hay Hay Hay
Application Windows
8/1-7/31
4/1-9/15
9/1-3/31
1
2365 3.2 150
2
2365 9.7 158 100
3
2365 17.2 121 84
Total acres
Total Ibs. PAN for all acres (by cro
30.1
480 3,614 2,415
p)
Twin J Farms
Land Application Fields and Lagoon
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Planned Crops Summary
Twin J Farms
The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in the plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates
and Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) recommendations are also provided for each crop as well as the crop's P205 Removal Rate.
The Leaching Index (LI) and the Phosphorous Loss Assessment Tool (PLAT) Rating are also provided for each field, where
available.
If a filed's PLAT Rating is High, any planned manure application is limited to the phosphorous removal rate of the harvested plant
biomass for the crop rotation or multiple years in the crop sequence. Fields with a Very High PLAT Rating should receive no
additional applications of manure. Regardless of the PLAT rating starter fertilizers may be recommended in accordance with
North Carolina State University guidelines or recommendations. The quantity of P2O5 applied to each crop is shown in the
following table if the field's PLAT rating is High or Very High.
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
Wettable
Acres
SMU
LI
Crop Name
RYE
Recom-
mended
PAN
PLAT
Rating
P205 (Ibs/acre)
Crop
Removal Applied
2365
1
3.2
3.2
GoC
5.8
Fescue Hay
3 Tons
150
Low
47
NA
2365
2
9.7
9.7
BaB
7.8
Rye, Hay
3.2 Tons
100
Low
17
NA
Pearl Millett, Hay
3.3 Tons
158
Low
44
NA
2365
3
17.21
17.2
GoC
5.8
Rye, Hay
2.8 Tons
84
Low
12
NA
Pearl Millett, Hay
2.2 Tons
121
Low
29
NA
Totals:
30.10
30.10
Notes: 1. In the tract column, — symbol means leased, otherwise, owned.
LI
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
<2
Low potential to contribute to soluble nutrient
leaching below the root zone.
None
> =
2 & < =
10
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble nutrient
leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
> 10
High potential to contribute to soluble nutrient
leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation
practices that improve available water holding capacity of soil and
improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered. Examples are
Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod -Based Rotations (328),
Long -Term No -Till (778), and edge -of -field practices such as Filter
Strips(393) and Riparian Forest Buffers (391).
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Required Soil Test Values
Twin J Farms
The Required Soil Test Values shown in the following table provide a summary of recommended actions that
should be taken based off information provided at time of soil tests. Fields that receive manure must have a soil
analysis conducted at least once every three years. High levels of zinc and copper can adversely affect plant
growth. Alternative crop sites must be used when the concentration of these metals approach excessive levels.
Site life can be estimated by dividing the amount of copper and zinc to be applied in Ibs/acre by 0.036 and 0.071,
respectively and multiplying the result by 0.85. By adding this quantity to the current soil index for copper or zinc,
we can predict life of the site for waste disposal.
In addition to copper and zinc indices, this table also provides a summary of lime recommendations for each crop
based on the first crop listed on the most recent soil sample. Application of lime at recommended rates is
necessary to maintain soil pH in the optimum range for crop production. If the first crop or rotation changes, these
recommendations may need to be reevaluated to ensure optimal ranges ofr crop production are maintained.
Tract ID
Field ID
Crop(s)
pH
Lime Recom.
for Crop(s)
(tons/acre)
Cu-I
Copper
Recommendation
Zn-I
Zinc
Recommendation
2365
1
Small Grain (SG), Bermuda
hay/past. M
6.2
0, 0
193
0, 0
160
0, 0
2365
2
Small Grain (SG), Bermuda
hay/past. M
6.8
0, 0
295
0, 0
388
0, 0
2365
3
Small Grain (SG), Bermuda
hay/past. M
6.8
0, 0
292
0, 0
401
0, 0
Zinc and Copper Toxicity Levels in Soils
Metal
Soil Test Index
Recommended Action
Zn
300
Limit application on peanuts. Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
500
Cease application on peanut land. Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
2000
Caution: seek alternative site (all crops). Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
3000
Cease application (all crops). Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
Cu
2000
Caution: seek alternative site (all crops). Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
3000
Cease application (all crops). Maintain soil pH >= 6.0.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during
operation or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches surface
water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly
apply the waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to properly
dispose of the waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an agreement with a
landowner, who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of
the land for waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the
waste production facility to secure an update of the Nutrient Management
Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of
animals, method of application, receiving crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs
for realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, storical data,
climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are regulations
that restrict the rate of applications for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per
year. Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per
year but less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter strips are
installed where runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field Office Technical
Guide Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste
application. Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift from
the land application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste will
be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is applied
to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the waste may be broadcast
provided the application does not occur during a season prone to flooding
(see "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance).
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate
such that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method
which does not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding
should occur in order to control odor and flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or
when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner
that the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth.
The potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted
crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient loading rates
on these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop
planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more than
30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the
following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied
from a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet
from any residential property boundary and canal. Animal waste, other than
swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995, shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other
than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public
right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainage ways, or
wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied
to prior converted cropland provided the fields have been approved as a land
application site by a "technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied
on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water courses, and on
other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from wash down facilities, showers, toilets,
sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management
system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all
disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall
be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees,
shrubs, and other woody species, etc., are limited to areas where considered
appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Berms
and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion,
leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the
owner is responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which
will eliminate the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on
a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular
maintenance checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other
crops for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on
crops for direct human consumption, it should only be applied pre -plant with
no further applications of animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom
elevations of the temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste
treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be managed to maintain the liquid level
between the markers. A marker will be required to mark the maximum
storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at
least annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall
be the rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require waste to
be applied based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower application rate
than a nitrogen based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when these metals
approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted and maintained for optimum
crop production. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept for a minimum
of five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for a
minimum of three years. Waste application records for all other waste shall
be maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DWQ
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
SWCD
NRCS
704-663-1699
704-986-3650
704-982-1835
704-982-1835
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overflowing, or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters or leave
your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to ensure that
this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for all employees at the
facility. The following are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be possible.
Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B: Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C: Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
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D: Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E: Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to flowing
leaks- possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch away from the embankment to catch all seepage, put in a
submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill holes and
compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon bottom as soon
as possible.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3: Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWQ (Division of Water Quality) regional office;
Phone - - . After hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call
should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details of the incident from item
2 above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of the
spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been under taken,
and the seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS Phone number -
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact CES, phone number - - , local SWCD office phone number , and
local NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -
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4: If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriffs Department and explain your problem to
them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5: Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off -site damage.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
6: Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
7: Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to rectify the
damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste management plan to keep problems with
release of wastes from happening again.
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RCS
United States Department of Agriculture
Natural Resources Conservation Service
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
N.C. Practice Job Sheet: NC-590
Prepared for: Twin J Farms
By: Michael Shepherd
Farm: Tract(s): 2365 Date: / / 2021
WHAT IS NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT?
Nutrient Management is applying nutrients
from all sources with the right placement, in
the right amount, at the right time, and from
the right source to minimize nutrient losses to
surface and groundwater. This practice is
accomplished through development and
implementation of a Nutrient Management
Plan, which can be part of a broader
Conservation Plan or CNMP that addresses
multiple resource concerns.
PURPOSE OF NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT
A nutrient management plan is intended to
accomplish one or more of the following
objectives:
• To budget, supply, and conserve nutrients for
plant production.
• To minimize agricultural nonpoint source
pollution of surface and groundwater
resources.
• To properly utilize manure or organic by-
products as a plant nutrient source.
• To protect air quality by reducing odors,
nitrogen emissions (ammonia, oxides of
nitrogen), and the formation of atmospheric
particulates.
• To maintain or improve the physical, chemical,
and biological condition of soil.
CONTENTS OF THE NUTRIENT
MANAGEMENT PLAN
The following components are included in
nutrient management plan specifications
typical of more 'traditional'
fertilizer and manure application methods.
When precision ag/variable rate application
technology is utilized, see the next section of
this Job Sheet for additional guidance on plan
requirements.
• aerial site photograph(s)/imagery or site
map(s), and a soil survey map of the site,
• Sufficient soils information —such as dominant
soil map until for each planned field —needed
to apply nutrients at RYE and Soil Test Report
determined rates as appropriate; and to not
exceed rates determined by nutrient risk
assessment planning criteria.
• location of designated sensitive areas and the
associated nutrient application restrictions and
setbacks,
• results of approved risk assessment tools for
any necessary evaluations for nitrogen,
phosphorus, and erosion losses.
• current and/or planned plant production
sequence or rotation,
• soil, water, compost, manure, organic by-
product, and plant tissue sample analyses
applicable to the plan. Where non-NCDA soil
testing labs are used, nutrient
recommendations must be made using NCDA-
similar guidelines and methodologies. Note:
high levels of soil copper and zinc may be toxic
to production crops. Land application of these
nutrients must be accordance with
NCSU/NCDA crop toxicity guidelines.
• Realistic yield goals for the crops planned for
nutrient application,
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• Planned nitrogen application rates based on
NC Realistic Yield Expectations (RYEs) or
sufficiently documented yield records,
• The Nitrogen Leaching Index for planned
fields,
• Planned P & K application rates based on soil
test results (see next section where P & K
applied through variable rate technology).
• listing and quantification of all nutrient sources
and form, including starter fertilizer
applications and legume -based cover crop
mixes.
• in accordance with the nitrogen and
phosphorus risk assessment tool(s), specify
the recommended nutrient application source,
timing, amount (except for precision/variable
rate applications specify method used to
determine rate), and placement of plant
nutrients for each field or management unit,
and
• guidance for implementation, operation and
maintenance, and recordkeeping as specified
by the CNMP or applicable NC DWQ or
NDPES permit.
Where precision/variable rate nutrient
application applications are planned and
made, some required planning components of
the preceding section may be provided by the
overall conservation plan. In addition, the
following components are required in nutrient
management planning.
• The geo-referenced field boundary and data
collected that was processed and analyzed as
a GIS layer or layers to generate nutrient or
soil amendment recommendations.
• Planned nitrogen application rates based on
NC RYEs or sufficiently documented yield
records
• The Nitrogen Leaching Index for planned
fields.
• The nutrient recommendation guidance and
recommendation equations used to convert the
GIS base data layer or layers to a nutrient
source material recommendation GIS layer or
layers.
• Soil testing documentation that crop
Phosphorus (P205) and Potassium (K20)
nutrient or soil amendment application will be
made per soil test results similar to NCDA
guidelines. Where P & K will not be applied
via variable rate application technology, but by
basic GPS guidance, recommended P & K
NC-590 Job Sheet May 2015
rates must be provided as specifications prior
to application.
• Note —where Diammonium phosphate (18-46-
0) is the primary variable rate P fertilizer
source applied on legume crops, additional N
will likely be needed to achieve RYEs.
The plan was developed based on the current
NRCS 590 standard and Federal, state, or
local regulations or policies. Changes in laws
or regulations may require a plan modification.
This Job Sheet is a required supplement to
the Nutrient Management Plan.
NC Permitted Animal Operations: For NC
DENR-DWR or NPDES permitted animal
operations, the waste utilization portion of the
Certified Animal Waste Management Plan
(CAWMP) must meet requirements specified by
the Permit. The NC 1217 Interagency Group
provides guidance on the required minimum
elements of a CAWMP. This guidance is found in
Sec 1.1 of the latest 1217 Guidance Document,
located at:
http://www.ncagr.gov/SWC/tech/guidancedocumen
ts.html.
Nitrogen Leaching Index Values
Nitrogen Leaching Index values, obtained through
use of current Soil Hydrologic Group (SHG)-based
LI index maps in Sec II of the NC FOTG or RUSLE
2 field -specific soil loss calculations, are included
in the Nutrient Management Plan. SHGs per soil
map unit are available through selection of the Soil
Data Explorer and Soil Properties and Qualities
(then select "Soil Qualities and Features") tabs
once an Area of Interest has been defined in
NRCS Web Soil Survey.
If the Nitrogen Leaching Index > 10 for planned
fields, appropriate conservation practices must be
included in a conservation plan to prevent nitrogen
from leaving the field via surface or subsurface
runoff.
Below are conservation crop management
techniques and practices recommended for
mitigation of nitrate losses (practices also
documented in conservation plan):
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
DEVELOPMENT
The nutrient management plan has been
developed to meet nutrient application rate criteria
for all sources of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium
as specified by NRCS 590 Nutrient Management
standard criteria.
In addition to NCDA Agronomic Division soil test
recommendations, or soil test recommendations
made through similar guidelines, the plan is based
on NC INMC approved values for realistic yield
goals, nitrogen factors, phosphorus removal rates,
default nutrient values for animal waste, plant
availability coefficients for N, P, and K, and animal
waste generation volumes where applicable.
Approved values are found at:
http://nutrients.soil.ncsu.edu/index.htm
Where manure is applied, farm records may also
be used through a procedure provided in SB 1217
Interagency Group guidance, available at:
http://www.ncagrgov/SWC/tech/1217committee.ht
ml
For NC permitted animal operations, planning
requirements for Plan "Amendments" (minor
modifications) and "Revisions" (Major
Modifications) are clarified by SB 1217 Interagency
Group Guidance.
ADDITIONAL PHOSPHORUS -RELATED
PLAN INFORMATION (Applicable when
increases in Soil Test P are expected on
the planned area)
In NC, a field -specific Phosphorus Loss
Assessment Tool (PLAT) evaluation is completed
in accordance with 590 Nutrient Management
standard General Criteria requirements, and
phosphorus must be applied in accordance with
590 standard Manure Phosphorus Application
Rates.
In addition to the basic plan components, plan
information on PLAT categorical ratings, P
drawdown strategies, and conservation practices
to reduce P loss risk is required when increases in
Soil Test P are expected on the planned area.
Typically, this could occur when manure is
consistently applied at Nitrogen -based rates. High
levels of phosphorus in the surface soil layer have
been linked to increasing risk of P loss through
surface runoff and leaching.
❑ Increases in Soil Test P are expected
on the planned area (not typical if P
application made per soil test results).
PLAT Categorical Ratings Information
When soil test phosphorus continues to increase
on a long term basis, PLAT may produce results
that require P-based manure application planning
and planning for no additional manure P.
Conditions that will require P-based or no-P
planning will be based on site specific resource
conditions, which will facilitate data input into
PLAT. PLAT categorical ratings that will require
enhanced P application planning are:
HIGH: P-based manure application is required
(limited to P uptake in harvested crop biomass)
VERY HIGH: No additional manure P or starter P
application to be specified in nutrient management
plan.
Phosphorus Drawdown Strategy
Information:
Implementation of a phosphorus `drawdown'
strategy may be a consequence of PLAT results,
or may be requested in order to lower soil test
phosphorus levels.
Should a reduction in soil test P be desired or
necessary, the only currently proven method of
substantial P 'drawdown' is to not apply manure -
based P and to plant and harvest crops that utilize
P currently present in the soil surface.
Crop specific estimated annual P removal amounts
are available on the NCSU Nutrient Management
in NC website:
http://nutrients.soil.ncsu.edu/yields/index.php
Conservation Practices and Management
Techniques to Reduce P Loss Potential:
Conservation practices, especially those that
prevent soil particle detachment and trap sediment
at field edges are effective in preventing
phosphorus movement from the planned site.
Manure application techniques can also be applied
to reduce P loss risk. These practices must be
included in the conservation plan where
determined PLAT risk = HIGH for planned fields.
Consult the conservation plan developed in
conjunction with the nutrient management plan for
information on practices recommended to reduce
phosphorus AND nitrogen loss risks. Application
management techniques to reduce nutrient loss
risk may be prescribed below:
NC-590 Job Sheet May 2015 page 3
Long Term Strategy for Reduction of Soil P
Levels:
As noted in the P drawdown strategy section, the
only currently proven method for reducing high
levels of soil P is not applying P, paired with
producing crops on the planned site that use
existing soil P. Where soil P and PLAT
evaluations indicate an increasing risk to water
quality, substantially reducing soil P levels through
crop uptake can take many years of
implementation. When P is not applied, and
existing soil P is used by crops, eventually, soil will
become P deficient. Consult CES or NCDA
Regional Agronomy specialists for additional
information soil test P reduction timelines.
Manure P produced in excess of crop
requirements:
Consult the nutrient management plan for a
quantification of manure generated by the animal
feeding operation that may exceed crop P
requirements.
"Manure Hauler" Information
All manure waste applied on land owned by or
controlled by the Animal Feeding Operation (AFO)
owner or operator must be included in the nutrient
management plan. The volume difference in total
manure waste generated by the AFO and waste
applied to land not owned or controlled by the
producer must be accounted for in a nutrient
management plan.
General information on manure waste generated
by an AFO to be applied to land not owned or
controlled by the AFO owner or operator may be
recorded as specified in the NC CNMP
Certification Sheet and Documentation Checklist or
other supplemental documentation to the nutrient
management plan. NRCS CNMP technical criteria
require documentation of manure exports off the
farm (this can be done below). The AFO
owner/operator should provide the third party
applicator with a current waste analysis in order to
facilitate agronomic crop application of the facility's
generated waste. Should land not owned or
controlled by the AFO owner or operator be
included in a nutrient management plan, the
complete plan must meet 590 criteria.
Type and Quantity of Animal Feeding Operation
(AFO) manure generated by the facility:
Quantity of AFO manure generated to be exported
off the farm for third party application:
RECORDKEEPING
Waste reports from the NCDA & CS Agronomic
Division, or equivalent, are acceptable sources of
information for determining applied manure nutrient
amounts for recordkeeping or crop budgeting
purposes.
Records must be maintained for at least 5 years, or
for time and manner required by Permit for animal
operations to document plan implementation and
maintenance. As applicable, records include:
• soil, plant tissue, water, manure, and
organic by-product analyses resulting in
recommendations for nutrient application,
• quantities, analyses and sources of
nutrients applied,
• dates, and method(s) of nutrient
applications, source of nutrients, and rates
of application,
• weather conditions and soil moisture at the
time of application; lapsed time to manure
incorporation; rainfall or irrigation event,
• crops planted, planting and harvest dates,
yields, nutrient analyses of harvested
biomass, and crop residues removed,
• dates of plan review, name of reviewer,
and recommended changes resulting from
the review, and
• all enhanced efficiency fertilizer products
used.
Additional records for precision/variable rate
sites must include:
• maps identifying the variable application
source, timing, amount, and placement of
all plant nutrients applied, and
• GPS-based yield maps for crops where
yields can be digitally collected.
• Documentation per field nitrogen
application rates do not exceed RYE -
based recommended rates
• Documentation that applied phosphorus
and potassium recommendations do not
exceed recommended rates specified by
soil tests.
• For non -variable rate application of P & K,
provide applied map with field boundaries
indicating source, timing, method, and rate
of all applications.
• Where 'chlorophyll reader' technology is
utilized, application records that nitrogen
rates match RYE -based N rates as closely
as possible.
NC-590 Job Sheet May 2015 page 4
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
The producer is responsible for safe operation and
maintenance of this practice, including all
equipment. Review the plan periodically to
determine if adjustments or modifications to the
plan are needed. In NC, animal operations
permitting provisions may specify more frequent
review periods. Adhere to the following operation
and maintenance provisions:
• Protect fertilizer and organic by-product
storage facilities from weather and accidental
leakage or spillage.
• Properly calibrate application equipment to
ensure uniform distribution of material at
planned rates.
• Workers should be protected from and avoid
unnecessary contact with inorganic fertilizers
and organic by-products. Extra caution must
be taken when handling ammonia sources of
nutrients, or when dealing with organic wastes
stored in unventilated enclosures.
• The disposal of material generated by the
cleaning of nutrient application equipment
should be accomplished properly. Excess
material should be collected and stored or field
applied in an appropriate manner. Excess
material should not be applied on areas of high
potential risk for runoff or leaching.
• Disposal or recycling of nutrient containers
should be done according to state and local
guidelines or regulations.
NC-590 Job Sheet May 2015 page 5
Version —November 26, 2018
Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
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Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours of knowledge of anima
death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing stream or public body of wate
(G.S.106-403). The bottom of the burial pit should be at least one foot above the s ,onal
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan.
Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS_15A
13B .0200.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7(
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ired from NC DEQ.
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ality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
commended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
ement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
• Burial must be done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
• Mass burial sites are subject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's animal
waste management system permit).
• In the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
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NCDA&CS Agronomic Division Phone: (919) 733-2655 Website: www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/
Report No. FY21-SL010451
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Links to Helpful Information
Client:
Client ID:
Larry/Carmen Faulkner
37152 Faulkner Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
Sampled County : Stanly
27448
Advisor:
Advisor ID:
Sampled: 10/19/2020 Received: 10/26/2020 Completed: 11/06/2020 Farm: 84-1
Sample ID: 1001
Lime History:
Recommendations: Lime
Nutrients (lb/acre)
More
Information
Note: 3 Note: $
Crop (tons/acre) N P2O5
1 -Small Grain (SG) 0.0 80-100 0
2-Bermuda hay/past., M 0.0 180-220 0
K2O
0
0
Mg S Mn Zn
0 0 pH$ 0
0 0 pH$ 0
Cu
0
0
B
0
0
Note: 12 Note: $
Test Results [units - W/V in g/cm3; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3; NO3-N in mg/dm3]:
HM% W/V CEC BS% Ac pH P-I K-I Ca% Mg%
0.46 0.94 12.8 95 0.6 6.8 128 630 51 19
S-I
32
Mn-I
291
Soil Class: Mineral
Mn-AI1 Mn-Al2 Zn-I Zn-AI
172 179 388 388
Cu-I
295
Na
0.3
ESP
2
SS -I NO3-N
Sample ID: 1002
Lime History:
Recommendations: Lime
Nutrients (lb/acre)
More
Information
Note: 3 Note: $
Crop (tons/acre) N P2O5
1 -Small Grain (SG) 0.0 80-100 0
2-Bermuda hay/past., M 0.0 180-220 0
K2O
0
0
Mg S Mn Zn
0 0 pH$ 0
0 0 pH$ 0
Cu
0
0
B
0
0
Note: 12 Note: $
Test Results [units - W/V in g/cm3; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3; NO3-N in mg/dm3]:
HM% W/V CEC BS% Ac pH P-I K-I Ca% Mg%
0.56 0.84 13.0 94 0.8 6.8 141 582 53 19
S-I
42
Mn-I
598
Soil Class: Mineral
Mn-AI1 Mn-Al2 Zn-I Zn-AI
356 363 401 401
Cu-I
292
Na
0.3
ESP
2
SS -I NO3-N
North Carolina
Reprogramming of the laboratory -information -management system that makes this report possible is being funded
through a grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission.
Thank you for using agronomic services to manage nutrients and safeguard environmental quality.
- Steve Troxler. Commissioner of Agriculture
Tobac4U Trust Fwui Coe misslan
NCDA&CS Agronomic Division Phone: (919) 733-2655 Website: www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/
Report No. FY21-SL010451
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Sample ID: 1003
Lime History:
Recommendations: Lime
Nutrients (lb/acre)
More
Information
Note: 3
Crop (tons/acre) N P2O5
1 -Small Grain (SG) 0.0 80-100 0
2-Bermuda hay/past., M 0.0 180-220 0
K2O
0
0
Mg S
0 0
0 0
Mn Zn
0 0
0 0
Cu
0
0
B
0
0
Note: 12
Test Results [units - W/V in g/cm3; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3; NO3-N in mg/dm3]:
HM% W/V CEC BS% Ac pH P-I K-I Ca% Mg%
0.71 0.85 10.9 88 1.3 6.2 110 387 54 17
S-I
42
Mn-I
525
Soil Class:
Mn-AI1 Mn-Al2
321 328
Mineral
Zn-I Zn-AI
160 160
Cu-I
193
Na
0.2
ESP
2
SS -I NO3-N
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Understanding the Soil Report: explanation of measurements, abbreviations and units
Recommendations
Lime
Report Abbreviations
Ac exchangeable acidity
B boron
BS% % CEC occupied by basic cations
Ca% % CEC occupied by calcium
CEC cation exchange capacity
Cu-I copper index
ESP exchangeable sodium percent
HM% percent humic matter
K-I potassium index
K20 potash
Mg% %CEC occupied by magnesium
MIN mineral soil class
Mn manganese
Mn-AI1 Mn availability index for crop 1
Mn-Al2 Mn-availability index for crop 2
Mn-I manganese index
M-0 mineral -organic soil class
N nitrogen
Na sodium
NO3-N nitrate nitrogen
ORG organic soil class
pH current soil pH
P-I phosphorus index
P205 phosphate
S-I sulfur index
SS -I soluble salt index
WN weight per volume
Zn-AI zinc availability index
Zn-I zinc index
If testing finds that soil pH is too low for the crop(s) indicated, a lime recommendation will be given in units of either
ton/acre or Ib/1000 sq ft. For best results, mix the lime into the top 6 to 8 inches of soil several months before planting.
For no -till or established plantings where this is not possible, apply no more than 1 to 1.5 ton/acre (50 Ib/1000 sq ft) at one
time, even if the report recommends more. You can apply the rest in similar increments every six months until the full rate
is applied. If MG is recommended and lime is needed, use dolomitric lime.
Fertilizer
Recommendations for field crops or other large areas are listed separately for each nutrient to be added (in units of
lb/acre unless otherwise specified). Recommendations for N (and sometimes for B) are based on research/field studies
for the crop being grown, not on soil test results. K-I and P-I values are based on test results and should be > 50. If they
are not, follow the fertilizer recommendations given. If Mg is needed and no lime is recommended, 0-0-22 (11.5% Mg) is
an excellent source; 175 to 250 lb per acre alone or in a fertilizer blend will usually satisfy crop needs, SS -I levels appear
only on reports for greenhouse soil or problem samples.
Farmers and other commercial producers should pay special attention to micronutrient levels. If $, pH$, $pH, C or Z
notations appear on the soil report, refer to $Note: Secondary Nutrients and Micronutrients In general, homeowners do not
need to be concerned about micronutrients. Various crop notes also address lime fertilizer needs; visit
ncagr.gov/agronomi/pubs.htm.
Recommendations for small areas, such as home lawns/gardens, are listed in units of Ib/1000 sq ft . If you cannot find
the exact fertilizer grade recommended on the report, visit www•ncaor.pov/agronomi/obpart4.htm1s{ind information that
may help you choose a comparable alternate. For more information, read A Homeowner's Guide to Fertilizer.
Test Results
The first seven values [soil class, HM%, W/V, CEC, BS%, Ac and pH] describe the soil and its degree of acidity. The
remaining 16 [P-I, K-I, Ca%, Mg%, Mn-I, Mn-AI1, Mn-Al2, Zn-I, Zn-AI, Cu-I, S-I, SS -I, Na, ESP, SS -I, NO3-N (not routinely
indicate levels fertility Visit www•ncapr.pov/apronomi/uyrst.htm
available)] of plant nutrients or other measurement.
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Report
Client: Larry/Carmen Faulkner Advisor:
37152 Faulkner Rd
Albemarle, NC 28001
Stanly County
Sampled: 04/26/2021
Received: 04/30/2021
Farm: 84-1 Completed: 05/07/2021 PALS #: 27448 PALS #:
Sample Information
Nutrient Measurements
Nitrogen (N)
are given in units of parts per million (ppm), unless otherwise specified.
P K Ca Mg S Fe Mn Zn Cu B Mo
Other Results
C Al Na CI
ID: L036
Code: ALP
Description: Poultry
Lagoon Liquid
Grower Comments:
POULTRY LAGOON
LIQUID
Total N:
Total Kjeldahl N: 4.15
Inorganic:
NH4-N
NO3-N
21.7 652 24.3 19.0 3.29 0.32 0.02 0.08 0.12 0.93 -
SS EC pH BD CCE ALE C:N
(10 S/cm) (mS/cm) (Unitless) (Ib/yd3) (%) (1000 gal) (Unitless)
- - 9.40 - - - -
- 0.09 79.1 -
DM
(%)
-
Application Method:
Irrigation
Estimate of Nutrients Available for First Year (lb/1000 gal)
N P205 K20 Ca Mg S Fe Mn Zn Cu B Mo
0.02 0.41 6.52 0.20 0.16 0.03 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.01 -
Other Results (lb/1000 gal)
Al Na CI
0.00 0.66 -
Agronomist's Comments: The pH of the lagoon sample is above the range of 7.0-8.0 that is desired for optimum bacterial action and waste processing. Contact a
Technical Specialist if you would like additional assistance. Values of nitrogen below 20 ppm are below the detection limit for the method that NCDA&CS uses.
North Carolina
Tobacco Trust Fund Commission
Reprogramming of the laboratory -information -management system that makes this report possible is being funded
through a grant from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission.
Thank you for using agronomic services to manage nutrients and safeguard environmental quality.
- Steve Troxler, Commissioner of Agriculture.
NCDA&CS Agronomic Division Phone: (919) 733-2655 Website: www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/ Report No. FY21-W006055
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Understanding the Waste Report
Nutrient concentrations and other data on this report are provided so that waste materials can be applied at agronomic rates, thereby
application and preventing environmental contamination. In reading the Laboratory Results section, remember that materials with <
analyzed as received; all other wastes are dried first. Values in the Estimate of Nutrients Available for First Crop section are based
application you specify and reflects the fact that only 40-60% of the nitrogen becomes available within one year of application. The remainder
available.
supplementing or reducing
15% dry matter (generally
on the type of waste and
may or may not
fertilizer
liquids) are
method of
ever become
ALE is Agricultural Lime Equivalence. The ALE
indicates the amount of the waste material that
provides a limiting effect equivalent to one ton of
agricultural grade limestone.
BD is Bulk Density in Ib/yd3.
CCE is Calcium Carbonate Equivalence and is
used to determine ALE.
C:N ratio is the Carbon:Nitrogen ratio.
DM% is percent Dry Matter [for semi -solid and
solid waste, this value facilitates conversion of
dry -basis concentrations (ppm) back to
wet -basis of original sample].
EC (Electrical Conductivity) measures
salinity, or soluble salts (SS).
pH measures basicity/acidity.
Al = Aluminum
As = Arsenic
B = Boron
Ca = Calcium
Cd = Cadmium
CI = Chloride
Cr = Chromium
Cu = Copper
Fe = Iron
K = Potassium
Mg = Magnesium
Mn = Manganese
Mo = Molybdenum
N = Nitrogen
Na = Sodium
NH4-N = Ammonium -N
Ni = Nickel
NO3-N = Nitrate -N
P = Phosphorus
Pb = Lead
S = Sulfur
Se = Selenium
meq/L = milliequivalent per liter; mS = millisiemens; ppm = parts per million or mg/L; S = siemens; T = trace (<0.005 lb/unit)
Additional information: www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/pdffiles/uwaste.pdf & www.ncagr.gov/agronomi/pdffiles/wasteguide.pdf