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What is the purpose of Nutrient Management?

To reduce soil productivity and biological condition.
To budget and supply nutrients for plant production. (correct)
To increase nitrogen emissions in the atmosphere.
To maximize agricultural nonpoint source pollution.

Which of the following is considered in the development of a nutrient budget?

All potential sources of nutrients. (correct)
Crop residues only.
Commercial fertilizer only.
Animal manure only.

How can Nutrient Management help protect air quality?

By increasing nitrogen emissions.
By minimizing nonpoint source pollution. (correct)
By forming atmospheric particulates.
By reducing soil productivity.

What should be considered when establishing realistic yield goals in Nutrient Management?

Historical yield data and soil productivity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key criterion applicable to all purposes of Nutrient Management?

Developing a nutrient budget for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. (B) Signup and view all the answers

When can industry yield recommendations be used in establishing yield goals in Nutrient Management?

Only for new crops or varieties until documented yield information is available. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of nutrient management plans?

To achieve realistic production goals while minimizing nutrient movement to water sources (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should areas with established minimum application setbacks be treated?

Not receive direct application of nutrients (A) Signup and view all the answers

How often should soil tests be conducted for nutrient planning?

No older than 5 years (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding soil and tissue testing laboratories?

Laboratories must be accepted by recognized programs that consider performance and proficiency (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should potassium application rates be determined?

Potassium should not be applied in situations where excess causes unacceptable nutrient imbalances (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when starter fertilizers are used?

They should be included in the overall nutrient plan and applied according to recommendations (A) Signup and view all the answers

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