Find information on the management of natural resources, pollution prevention and conservation practices. Includes material on pollution, air quality, nutrient and waste management, recycling, composting, conservation programs and practices, and environmental risk management.
Pollution, Waste Management and Conservation
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Nonpoint Source Pollution
USDA. National Agricultural Library.
Searches for article citations in the NAL Catalog (AGRICOLA) on nonpoint source pollution from 2000 to the present. Or search for books from 2000 to the present.
Readings on Manure Management
USDA. NAL. Water Quality Information Center.
Reviews literature covering manure management and residuals in a bibliography format from the Water Quality Information Center.
Conservation Effects Assessment Project Bibliographies
USDA. NAL. Water Quality Information Center.
Compiles literature about conservation practices and systems related to nutrient, manure, and pest management.
National Agriculture Compliance Assistance Center
Environmental Protection Agency.
Offers information about environmental requirements that affect the agricultural community. Key topics include water, sustainability, pesticides, and health and safety.
NRCS Conservation Programs
USDA. Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Lists all of NRCS's natural resources conservation programs. These programs help people increase wildlife habitat, reduce soil erosion, reduce damages caused by natural disasters, enhance water supplies and improve water quality.
Featuring Manure Management
USDA. Economic Research Service.
Describes economic aspects of livestock and poultry manure application to farmland. Provides links to reports and related resources.
Nutrient and Pest Management
USDA. Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Provides links to technical information, electronic resources, tools and reports about nutrient management. Pest management information is also provided.
Title II Conservation (2008 Farm Bill: Provisions and Economic Implications)
USDA. Economic Research Service.
Analyzes the conservation title in the 2008 Farm Bill. Title II promotes stewardship of agricultural land and water resources.
Animal Waste Management
USDA. Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Links to information about software products, composting, and training opportunities in agricultural waste management.
Animal Feeding Operations (AFO) Virtual Information Center
EPA. National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Search links to obtain information about nutrient management, best management practices and controls, cooperative extension and land grant universities, research, funding, environmental issues, and state regulations, web sites, permits and policies.
Nonroad Engines, Equipment, and Vehicles
EPA. Office of Transportation and Air Quality.
Organizes rules and regulations affecting farm machinery engines and agricultural equipment. OTAQ is responsible for carrying out laws to control air pollution from motor vehicles, engines, and their fuels.
Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship (LPES) Curriculum Lessons
Livestock and Poultry Environmental Stewardship Project.
Distributes a national curriculum with supporting educational tools for agricultural advisors and producers. Contains instruction materials on nutrient management, manure transportation and storage, and animal dietary strategies.
Air Pollution and Air Quality
USDA. National Agricultural Library.
Searches for article citations in the NAL Catalog (AGRICOLA) on air pollution and air quality from January 2005 to the present. Or search for books from 2000 to the present.
Air Emissions from Animal Feeding Operations: Current Knowledge, Future Needs
National Research Council. Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Outlines findings from research on air pollution from animal feeding operations. Provides recommendations for improving regulations and modifying agricultural practices.