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What is the purpose of Nutrient Management?
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?
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?
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?
What should be considered when establishing realistic yield goals in Nutrient Management?
Which of the following is a key criterion applicable to all purposes of Nutrient Management?
Which of the following is a key criterion applicable to all purposes of Nutrient Management?
When can industry yield recommendations be used in establishing yield goals in Nutrient Management?
When can industry yield recommendations be used in establishing yield goals in Nutrient Management?
What is the purpose of nutrient management plans?
What is the purpose of nutrient management plans?
How should areas with established minimum application setbacks be treated?
How should areas with established minimum application setbacks be treated?
How often should soil tests be conducted for nutrient planning?
How often should soil tests be conducted for nutrient planning?
Which statement is true regarding soil and tissue testing laboratories?
Which statement is true regarding soil and tissue testing laboratories?
How should potassium application rates be determined?
How should potassium application rates be determined?
What should be done when starter fertilizers are used?
What should be done when starter fertilizers are used?
