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Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils
Incentives for low-phosphorus manure application
Funding available
$ 20,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Manure Management under the Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Program supports manure application on low-P soils in the Upper Thames watershed to reduce phosphorus losses. Eligible practices include pre-plant surface application and incorporation, liquid injection, in-crop surface application, and post-harvest application with cover crops or winter cereals.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pre-plant manure application by surface application and incorporation within 24 hours, or by liquid injection.
- In-crop liquid manure surface application on a living crop between June 15 and August 15.
- In-crop solid manure surface application on a living crop between May 1 and August 31.
- Post-harvest manure application on a living cover crop or with cover crop planting, including early-fall surface application or injection.
Documents Needed
- Soil sample results for each field
- Crop fertility plans for each field
- Invoices for manure and custom application, if applicable
- Georeferenced photos of manure being loaded, including the manure storage or barn area
- Georeferenced photos of the applicator unit in each field on the day of application, and of manure being incorporated and/or cover crop being planted in each field
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Upper Thames watershed
How to apply
- Submit the 4R Manure Management Application Form.
- Applications are received.
- Applications undergo review and approvals are released.
- Complete the work as described on the application.
- Submit the claim with the required soil samples, crop fertility plans, invoices, and georeferenced photos.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received.
- Applications undergo review and approvals are released.
- Work is completed as described on the application.
- Payment is issued to the farmer/applicant.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils Program
What is the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils?
Manure Management under the Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Program supports manure application on low-P soils in the Upper Thames watershed to reduce phosphorus losses. Eligible practices include pre-plant surface application and incorporation, liquid injection, in-crop surface application, and post-harvest application with cover crops or winter cereals.
How much funding can be received?
Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils program?
To be eligible for the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils program, you must:
Soil test completed within the past three years, with at least 1 composite sample per 25 acres.
Crop fertility plan prepared by a CCA, agronomist, or the applicant using AgriSuite Field Management tool.
Manure application rate must not exceed nitrogen recommendations, and nutrient applications must follow Ontario’s Nutrient Management Protocol.
What expenses are eligible under Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils?
Pre-plant manure application by surface application and incorporation within 24 hours, or by liquid injection.
In-crop liquid manure surface application on a living crop between June 15 and August 15.
In-crop solid manure surface application on a living crop between May 1 and August 31.
Post-harvest manure application on a living cover crop or with cover crop planting, including early-fall surface application or injection.
Who can I contact for more information about the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils?
You can contact Watershed Conservation Centre (UTRCA) or by phone at 519-451-2800 ext. 272.
Where is the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils available?
The Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils program is available across Canada.
Is the Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Manure Management Applying Manure to Low P Soils is a Grant and Funding