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Minnesota Nutrient Management TSP Training(NRCS Nutrient Management Practice Standard 590 and Program Policies)2008 Date and Location September 3, 2008, 8:30am - 4:30pm 2009 Date and LocationJanuary 22, 2009 DescriptionThis one-day Technical Service Provider (TSP) training course will provide agricultural professionals and other service providers most of the training necessary to become certified to prepare nutrient management plans for USDA Conservation Programs. Participants will get a working understanding of the components of nutrient management planning with use of a “case farm” that will be utilized throughout the day. Specific areas of focus will include NRCS program policies, manure and fertilizer management, sensitive areas and sensitive area management, and plan implementation. More details, pdf file, 23 KB Who Should Attend?Ag professionals who are seeking to become certified as a TSP or current TSP certified individuals that will need to have their certification renewed and non-NRCS public sector employees seeking Technical Approval Authority (TAA) who do not attend nutrient management module 7 training designed for NRCS employees. Pre-requisitesCompletion of modules 1-6 (self-paced study) materials and test of the NRCS Nutrient Management Considerations in Conservation Planning course is required for individuals requesting TSP certification for nutrient management. Successful completion of modules 1-6 is waived by NRCS in Minnesota for CCAs, CPAgs and CPCCs. Public sector employees can satisfy module 1-6 requirements by completing the NRCS materials and test or by attending the following course: Manure Application Planning. RegistrationClick here for the Registration form There is a cost of $15 for the training workshop to cover meals and materials. Bring payment on the day of the workshop as cash or check made out to the University of Minnesota. CEUsCCA Continuing Education Credits will be available
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