CNMPs-in-EQIP-contracts-must-be-done-by-a-certified-TSP-shown-in-TechReg-in-the-correct-category-for-the-farmer-to-receive-payment

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CNMP Plan CNMP Plan approve TSP EQIP contract certify Nutrient Management Plan
Important Information Regarding…CNMP, TSP & EQIP Contracts 
Attention: 
• Farmers with EQIP contracts 
• Technical Service Providers 
• NRCS Employees 
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMP) 
Completed by Technical Service Providers (TSP) in EQIP contracts  
CNMPs shown as a practice in a 2008 EQIP contract must be completed and approved by a 
certified TSP who is shown in TechReg in the correct categories for the farmer to receive 
reimbursement.  
Before reimbursement to a farmer can be made by USDA NRCS within a 2008 EQIP contract 
for the development of a CNMP, the overall CNMP must be approved by a TSP who is currently 
listed in TechReg as having CNMP Plan Approval certifications and qualifies as a Certified 
Conservation Planner. 
EQIP contracts that are included in this requirement are those 2008 CNMP Plan Development 
contracts that have a single Contract Item; “Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan.” 
In addition to the “CNMP Plan Approval” signature, the other three or four components of the 
CNMP must be developed and signed off on the PA CNMP Signature Page and Checklist by a 
TSP who is certified in that specific CNMP Category.  It is not acceptable to merely have the 
knowledge or training; the person must be listed in TechReg as being certified in that category. 
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 
Before USDA NRCS will reimburse a farmer for Development of a CNMP in a 2008 EQIP 
contract, the attached form must be signed by a TSP certified in the category “CNMP Plan 
Approval” on the line labeled “TSP CNMP Plan Approval (Certified Conservation 
Planner).” 
In addition to the “CNMP Plan Approval” signature each of the three or four technical elements 
of the CNMP must be developed and signed off on the attached form by a TSP certified in the 
appropriate TSP Category. 
CNMP Element Developed 
Category TSP certified in 
1. 	Manure and Wastewater Handling 
CNMP Plan Development – Manure and  
Wastewater Handling and Storage 
2. Nutrient Management 	
CNMP Plan Development – Nutrient Management 
3. Land Treatment 	
CNMP Plan Development – Land Treatment 
4. Feed Management (optional element) 	 CNMP Plan Development – Feed Management 
How to find a TSP to write and approve a CNMP 
EQIP contract holders for 2008 will go to the TechReg Website at http://techreg.usda.gov/ 
In the right column click “Find a TSP” 
Click the state of PA 
Click the county where the work is to be done 
Click the down arrow next to “Select Category – All Categories” to find the list of practices 
In the alphabetical listing there are six listings starting with CNMP 
Click any of the six listings and a list of certified TSPs in that category will appear 
Only a TSP listed under “CNMP Plan Approval” can approve the entire CNMP and make 
the contract holder eligible to receive reimbursement under the EQIP contract.  You may 
want to choose someone from this list to do the entire CNMP. 
Individuals TechReg certified in CNMP Development categories, as shown in 1 – 4 above, may 
approve individual technical elements but they may not be able to sign for the entire CNMP 
unless they are also on the “CNMP Plan Approval” list 
The attached form shows the multiple signatures that must be completed before reimbursement 
payment can be made to the EQIP contract holder.   
If you have questions… 
TSP TechReg questions: 
Travis Watkins  
(717) 237-2147 
EQIP program questions: 
 
Barry Frantz 
 
(717) 237-2216 
 
Ed Sanders 
 
(717) 237-2201 
CNMP technical content questions: 
Mark Goodson 
(717) 237-2146 
Hosea Latshaw 
(717 237-2212 (For Manure and Wastewater Handling element) 
Jana Malot 
(717) 237-2247 (For optional Feed Management element) 
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basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, 
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part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply 
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01/17/08 
ate:
PA CNMP Signature Page and Checklist
submit with plan 
OWNER/OPERATOR: 
Address & Phone 
Farm Service Agency Farm & Tract No. 
The following Technical Service Providers (TSP) have assisted with the development of the CNMP and 
certify that their element meets all applicable NRCS standards. 
Manure and Wastewater Handling and Storage – Certified Specialist signature 
Signature: 
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Name (print clearly): 
Title: 
TSP #: 
Nutrient Management – Certified Specialist signature 
Signature: 
Date:
Name (print clearly): 
Title: 
TSP #: 
Land Treatment Practices – Certified Specialist signature 
Signature: 
Date:
Name (print clearly): 
Title: 
TSP #: 
Optional Section 
Signature: 
Date:
Name (print clearly): 
Title: 
TSP #: 
TSP CNMP Plan Approval  (Certified Conservation Planner) 
As a Certified Conservation Planner, I certify that I have reviewed this CNMP and have determined that it 
contains the necessary elements as per the CNMP checklist. The planned components of the CNMP 
appear to be in conformance with NRCS standards and specifications. 
Signature:_________________________________ TSP #:_____________ Date:___________ 
Owner/Operator 
As the owner/operator, I certify that I, as the decision-maker, have been involved in the planning process 
and agree the items/practices listed in each element are needed. I understand that I am responsible for 
keeping all necessary records associated with the implementation of this CNMP. It is my intent to 
implement/accomplish this CNMP in a timely manner as described in the CNMP. 
Signature:_______________________________________ Date:_________________ 
 
 
 
 
Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan Checklist 
Submit with plan 
County:___________________  Date Plan Submitted:____________ CNMP is written for _____ 
(Crop year or Calendar Year) 
Producer/Owner Name, Address & Phone Number 
Farm #(#) ________ 
Tract #(s) ________ 
Field 
Name of CNMP planner(s) and section(s) planned: 
TSP CNMP Plan Approval 
1.    
  4. 
Certified Conservation 
2.    
  5. 
Planner: 
3.    
  6. 
_____________________ 
____________________ 
Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan (CNMP)
 
 
 
Location in Plan/Comments 
1.Manure & Wastewater Handling and Storage 
a.  CNMP Engineering Inventory Worksheet of the main 
production site and each secondary livestock production site.  
Include a site sketch. 
b. Calculated animal units, manure and wastewater volumes, and 
storage volumes, both current and after any proposed 
expansion.  Documentation of the fate of all manure and 
wastewater generated on site. 
c.  Siting and operation evaluations of existing facilities 
• Production facility 
• Animal lots (Animal Concentration Areas) 
• Waste storage facilities 
• Manure stacking areas / Manure Transfer 
• Feed and silage storage 
• Safety 
• O&M 
d. Siting and sizing evaluations of any proposed waste storage 
facilities 
e. Surface water runoff evaluations 
f.  Emergency action planning 
g. Evaluate alternative manure and wastewater utilization 
activities. 
h. Resource concerns and corresponding development of BMP 
alternatives for each concern. 
i. 	Evaluate alternatives/landowner decisions. 
j. 	Record Keeping System 
•	 Current record keeping system for spill and inspection 
of Manure and Wastewater Handling and Storage 
facilities. 
•	 Recommendations for improving record keeping 
system. 
2. Land Treatment Practices 
a.Date plan was prepared 
b.Aerial maps of land application area 
c.Conservation plan map(s) with marked setbacks, wells, buffers, 
waterways, environmentally sensitive areas (such as 
sinkholes), and land use designations 
d.Soils map with appropriate interpretations 
e. Narratives for conservation practices planned and/or implemented 
including O&M activities 
f. RUSLE II soil loss calculations 
g. Completed CPA-52 Worksheet 
h. Completed CNMP Environmental Evaluation Worksheet 
i. PNDI search 
j. Cultural Resources Review Worksheet (if applicable) 
3. Nutrient Management (Act 38 equivalent) 
a. Nutrient Management Plan Agreement and Responsibilities 
b. Nutrient Management Plan 
c. Operation Information 
d. Operation Maps 
e. Manure Generation Calculations 
f. Manure Analysis Results Summary 
g. Soil Test Results Summary 
h. Nutrient Application Calculations 
i. Phosphorus Index 
j. Manure Management 
k. Stormwater Control 
l. Importer/Broker Agreements & Nutrient Balance Sheets 
m. 
Supporting Information & Documentation 
4. Record Keeping Guidance 
5. Feed Management (optional – as needed) 
6. Other Utilization Options (optional – as needed) 
7.Additional Items