The following publications cover topics related to Nutrient Management. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
The Missouri Phosphorus Index
Reviewed
The phosphorus index promotes conservation practices that reduce phosphorus loss from agricultural fields.
Reduce Environmental Problems With Proper Land Application of Animal Manure
Reviewed
Livestock or poultry production enterprises should have a comprehensive manure nutrient management plan to take advantage of the animal manure benefits. A plan is also important in reducing the risk of environmental problems when manure is used as a nutrient source for farm crops.
Managing Manure Phosphorus to Protect Water Quality
Reviewed
This guide defines the unique aspects of managing manure as a phosphorus fertilizer source and provides practical information about management strategies to reduce phosphorus losses from your farm.
Managing Nitrogen to Protect Water Quality
Reviewed
How is nitrogen lost from the soil?Nitrogen is primarily lost by three pathways:
Crop Nutrient Deficiencies and Toxicities
Reviewed
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
Agricultural Phosphorus and Water Quality
Reviewed
This guide demonstrates the complexities of reducing losses of phosphorus from agricultural land and the range of options available to help reach water quality goals.
Strategies to Minimize Phosphorus Loss From Your Farm
Reviewed
This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.
Best Management Practices for Nitrogen Fertilizer in Missouri
Reviewed
Successful nitrogen management delivers enough nitrogen to crops to optimize yield and profitability while minimizing losses to water and air. Learn the best management practices from sound economic, production and environmental viewpoints in this guide.
Phosphorus in Missouri Soils
Revised
In Missouri, soils generally contain from 800 to 2,000 pounds of total phosphorus (P) per acre. Most of the phosphorus is fixed, that is, not available for use by plants.