Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship Curriculum: Lesson 34-Phosphorus Management for Agriculture and the Environment

Resource Type:

Print Materials

Author:

Andrew Sharpley and Ron Sheffield

Publication Date:

1999

URL:

http://www.lpes.org/Lessons/Lesson34/34_Phosphorus_Management.html

Keywords:

phosphorus, phosphorus management, agricultural runoff, nutrient management

Abstract:

User will recognize the role of phosphorus (P) in controlling eutrophication; identify what happens to P in soil; learn what practical farming measures can be used to minimize P loss; target best management practices; and learn where large sources of P exist.

Geographical Emphasis:

National

Ecological Emphasis:

Multiple Ecosystems

Target Audiences:

Agriculture, Agriculture-Related Businesses, Educators

Water Topics - SubTopics:

Animal Waste Management - manure management
Nutrient And Pesticide Management - BMP use and adoption, nutrient management standards and policy
Pollution Assessment And Prevention - agriculture and rural non-farm focus
Conservation And Agricultural Water Management - management and drainage

Educational Purpose:

Capacity Building Resource, Communication Resource (Two Way), Education Resource (Formalized Learning Process )

Contact Information:

MidWest Plan Service
122 Davidson Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Phone: 800-562-3618
Fax: 515-294-9589
mwps@iastate.edu
http://www.mwpshq.org/

Ordering Information:

MidWest Plan Service
122 Davidson Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Phone: 800-562-3618
Fax: 515-294-9589
mwps@iastate.edu
http://www.mwpshq.org/