soil erosion · erosion or bank failure; and, human uses and/or grazing levels that do not...

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Soil Erosion

Sheet and Rill Erosion

Planning Criteria Planning Criteria Met

Permanent ground cover > 90% and slope less than 10%; OR, Thewater erosion rate is less than or equal to T.

Yes No

Evaluation Tests Evaluation Test Met

Plant cover controls active erosion (shallow less than 1 foot deep rillsand gullies) and runoff from normal rain events; AND, No litter damsor terracettes are present.

Yes No

Wind Erosion


Permanent ground cover >90% and slope less than 10%; OR, Thewind erosion rate is less than or equal to T.

Yes No


The areas integrated with trees are covered with leaves, needles, finewoody debris, rocks, and/or herbaceous vegetation that protects thesoil on more than 90% of the area.

Yes No

Residual forage heights meet or exceed the State standards forcontrolling wind erosion.

Yes No


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Classic Gully Erosion


Classic gullies are not present; Or, Classic gully management isadequate to stop the progression of head cutting and widening andoffsite impacts are minimized by vegetation and/or structures.

Yes No


Classic Gullies are not present; Or, All classic gullies are stabilized;AND, All areas expected to have high erosion rates are stable.

Yes No

Streambank, Shoreline, Water Conveyance Channels


For shorelines and water conveyance channels; banks are stable orcommensurate with normal geomorphological processes; AND, Ifbank erosion is present, it is beyond the client's control orcommensurate with normal geomorphological processes; AND, Forstreambanks, SVAP2 bank condition element score > 5. If shorelinesor water conveyance channels are not present, set this planning criteriato NA.

Yes No


Excluding all fundamentally unstable, natural geomorphicstreambanks and shorelines, all streambanks and shorelines on the landuse show few signs of erosion or bank failure; AND, Each is stableand protected with natural materials. If shorelines and waterconveyance channels do not exist on the land management system, setthis test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Soil Quality Degradation

Organic Matter Depletion


Organic matter within the soil does not cause resource concerns orresource management issues. Determined and documented by on-siteevaluation methods.

Yes No


There are no areas of extensive bare ground, or largely unvegetatedareas. Vegetation and organic matter are managed appropriately.

Yes No

Compaction


Soil compaction is not a problem: AND, Activities do not cause soilcompaction problems AND can be documented with priorconservation planning or other on-site evaluation methods.

Yes No


Soil compaction is limited to roads, trails, and landings; AND, Roads,trails, and landings are properly maintained as to not cause associatedresource concerns.

Yes No


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Subsidence


Histisols are managed so as to not exhibit signs of subsidence.Determined and documented with soil survey documentation or otheron-site evaluation methods.

Yes No


The forest O horizon is covered with leaves, needles, fine woodydebris, rocks, and/or herbaceous vegetation that protects the soil onmore than 90% of the area. There is no artificial drainage operating onthe site. If histisols are not present on this land management system,set the test statement to NA.

Yes No

Concentration of Salts and other Chemicals


Salinity/sodicity problems do not exist: OR, Conservation practicesand managements are in place to mitigate on-site effects.

Yes No


There are no areas of extensive bare ground, or largely unvegetatedareas, present in areas of high salts. If there are no areas of high saltson the land management system, set this test statement to YES.

Yes No


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Excess Water

Seeps


Seeps are managed to prevent significant impacts to conservationmeasures and/or sensitive habitat. If seeps do not exist, set thisplanning criteria to NA.

Yes No


Excess water seepage is controlled to the point that is does not restrictland use or management goals. If seeps do not exist on the landmanagement system, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Runoff and Flooding and Ponding


Runoff, flooding, and ponding is managed to minimize the impact onconservation measures and/or sensitive habitat.

Yes No


Runoff, flooding, and ponding is managed to minimize the impact onconservation measures and/or sensitive habitat.

Yes No


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Seasonal High Water Table


Excess water resulting from a seasonal high water table is managed toprevent significant negative effects to conservation measures and/orcrop production. If seasonal high water tables do not exist, set thisplanning criteria to NA.

Yes No


Tile drainage and drainage water management structures have beeninstalled to ease the harmful effects of a seasonal high water table;AND, The discharge of surface/subsurface drainage systems are asprescribed by the drainage water management plan. If seasonal highwater tables do not exist in the land management system, set this teststatement to NA.

Yes No


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Insufficient Water

Inefficient Use of Irrigation Water


The irrigation system components and management result in a FarmIrrigation Rating Index > 60; AND, Meets applicable State in-streamflow and lake and pond water levels requirements. If the landmanagement system is not irrigated, or equipment on this landmanagement system is not used to irrigate, set this planning criteria toNA.

Yes No


An irrigation water management (IWM) plan is followed that meetsthe crop's needs, while maximizing irrigation water efficiency. TheIWM plan schedules water application based on soil moisturemonitoring and/or evapotranspiration monitoring, measures andrecords the amount of water used to irrigate, and the irrigationsystem's distribution uniformity has been evaluated and necessarychanges were made. If the land management system is not irrigated, orequipment on this land management system is not used to irrigate, setthis test statement to NA.

Yes No

Inefficient Moisture Management


Moisture management is not a problem and activities do not causeinefficient moisture management problems. Soil loss is less than orequal to T.

Yes No


Plant species are suitable for the site and moisture management is nota problem; And, Management activities do not cause inefficientmoisture management problems.

Yes No


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Water Quality Degradation

Pesticides in Surface Water


Pesticides are stored, handled, disposed and applied to prevent runoff,spills, leaks and leaching; AND, Conservation practices andtechniques are in place to minimize ground water impacts.

Yes No


Pesticides are not applied or stored on this land management system;Or,' Pesticides are applied using a site-specific mixture of prevention,avoidance, monitoring, and suppression (PAMS) strategies.Environmental risk screening tool are used (such as WIN-PST orsimilar LGU approved tool); AND, application rates and timing arecompliant with the label.

Yes No

Pesticides in Ground Water



Yes No


Pesticides are not applied or stored on this land management system;OR, Pesticides are applied using a site-specific mixture of prevention,avoidance, monitoring, and suppression (PAMS) strategies; AND,Environmental risk screening tool are used (such as WIN-PST orsimilar LGU approved tool); AND, Application rates and timing arecompliant with the label.

Yes No


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Nutrients in Surface Water


Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil or tissue testsand nutrient budgets for realistic yields; AND, conservation practicesand managements are in place to minimize ground water impacts.

Yes No


The land adjacent to a stream, river, or other waterbody on the side orsides you control: - has diverse, natural plant cover typical to thatalong other streams within the drainage basin; - extend from thestream bank/shoreline for a distance of 35 feet; OR, (if applicable) Theminimum State buffer-width requirement, whichever is greater; AND,Have few places where concentrated runoff flows through.

Yes No

Filter strips that are at least 30 feet wide are established andmaintained on all areas in the land management system where filterstrips are applicable.

Yes No

The discharge of surface/subsurface drainage systems are asprescribed by the drainage water management plan.

Yes No

Livestock access to streams is limited to short periods of time andsmall areas.

Yes No


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Excess Pathogens and Chemicals from Manure, Bio-solids or Compost Applicationsin Surface Water


Potential sources of pathogens or pharmaceuticals are not applied onthe land; OR, Organic materials are applied, stored, and/or handled tomitigate negative impacts to surface water sources.

Yes No


Livestock access to stream is controlled; OR, Livestock are limited tosmall watering or crossing areas.

Yes No


Yes No

Petroleum, Heavy Metal and Other Pollutants Transported to Surface Water


Activities do not present the potential for contamination by petroleum,heavy metals and other pollutants. If present, potential pollutants arestored and handled to avoid runoff to groundwater.

Yes No


Fuel storage does not occur on this land management system; OR, Ifrequired, the producer has and is following a Spill Prevention, Control,and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan; OR, The fuel storage area and tankis located: - above the 100-year floodplain, - a minimum of 100 feetfrom any river, stream, ditch, pond, lake, sinkhole, wetland, or waterwell; AND, Within a stable place designed to provide secondarycontainment if the primary means were to fail.

Yes No


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Petroleum, Heavy Metal and Other Pollutants Transported to Ground Water


Activities do not present the potential for contamination by petroleum,heavy metals and other pollutants. If present, potential pollutants arestored and handled to avoid seepage to groundwater.

Yes No



Yes No


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Excessive Sediment in Surface Water


There are no untreated sources of erosion and streams or shoreline arenot on or adjacent to site; OR, Upslope treatment and buffer practicesaddress concentrated flows to water bodies; AND, Heavy use areas arestable; AND, The SVAP2 - bank condition is >= 5.

Yes No


The land adjacent to a stream, river, or other waterbody on the side orsides you control does: - have diverse, natural plant cover typical tothat along streams in your area, - extend from the streambank/shoreline for a distance of 35 feet or (if applicable) the minimumState buffer-width requirement, whichever is greater; AND, Have fewplaces where concentrated runoff flows through.

Yes No

Drainage and erosion control measures are implemented on roads,trails and landings to minimize detrimental effects of concentratedflow, erosion and sedimentation; AND, Stream crossings are restoredand stabilized.

Yes No

All temporary or permanent rills and gullies are stabilized; OR,Temporary or permanent rills and gullies do not exist.

Yes No

Established filter strips are at least 20 feet wide and maintained whenfilter strips are applicable. If filter strips are not applicable on this landmanagement system, set the test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Elevated Water Temperature


Water courses on or adjacent to the site are not designated by a StateAgency as a temperature impairment; OR, The SVAP2 - riparian areaquality element score is >= 5; AND, The SVAP2 - riparian areaquantity element score is >= 5; AND, The SVAP2 - canopy coverelement score is >= 6; OR, Existing conservation practices are in placeto address water temperature. If water courses are not present, set thisplanning criteria to NA.

Yes No


More than 50% of the water surface is shaded on the length of thestream/river for this land management system. If waterbodies are notpresent on this land management system, set the test statement to NA.

Yes No

Surface water temperatures do not limit use for fish, wildlife,invertebrates, or other intended purposes. If waterbodies are notpresent on this land management system, set the test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Air Quality Impacts

Emissions of Particulate Matter (PM) and PM Precursors


Management activities do not contribute to agricultural sourceparticulate matter (PM) or PM precursor emissions; AND,documented episodes or complaints of emissions of PM (dust, smoke,exhaust, etc.), or chemical drift have not occurred. PM producingactivity examples are: Prescribed Burn is conducted, Travel waysunpaved or untreated with binding agents, Engines (combustionsource), Tillage, Pesticides are applied, Fertilization (manure/commercial), CAFO/manure management.

Yes No


Dust is controlled on all non-vegetated, unpaved travel ways. Ifnon-vegetated or unpaved travel ways are not used or planned, set thistest statement to YES.

Yes No


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Emissions of Ozone Precursors


Operations that produce ozone precursor emissions are not present;OR, or are managed to reduce emissions. Ozone precursor producingactivities may include: Engines (combustion source), Pesticideapplication, Burning, CAFO /manure management, or fertilization(manure/commercial).

Yes No


If prescribed burning is used a prescribed burning plan is followed thatincludes all applicable smoke management practices.

Yes No

Pesticides are not applied; OR, an IPM plan is followed which reducesozone precursors. IPM includes applications of pesticides, includingfumigants, be applied in a way that emissions of ozone precursors arereduced; Application methods may include: spot spraying, pest/targetsensing application equipment, alternative pesticide formulations, orlow emission fumigation methods.

Yes No

Energy-efficient vehicles, equipment, and other actions are used tolessen discharges of NOx. Other actions may include: regularlyservicing and properly maintaining combustion equipment, using theminimum level of equipment needed to accomplish the activity, andminimizing number of trips into the area.

Yes No


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Emission of Greenhouse Gases (GHGs)


Activities that produce GHGs emissions are not present: OR, activitiesthat produce GHGs emissions are managed to reduce those emissions;AND, Carbon sequestration is enhanced through reduced tillagemethods or other practices. GHG producing activities that should beconsidered include: Fertilization (manure/commercial), Tillagemethods, grazing management, and forestry practices; AND GHGs arenot regulated in this planning area.

Yes No


The forest is managed to promote carbon sequestration by selectingspecies with high growth rates or species with long lifespans that arecapable of reaching a large size.

Yes No

Objectionable Odors


Activities such as pesticide or manure application are managed toreduce objectionable odors; AND, Odor sources are not regulated inthis planning area; AND, Documented episodes or complaints of odornuisance have not occurred.

Yes No


Manure is not applied on this land management system; OR, manure isimmediately incorporated; OR, manure is only applied when winddirection is away from human occupied areas.

Yes No


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Degraded Plant Condition

Undesirable Plant Productivity and Health


Plants are adapted to the site, meet production goals, and do notnegatively impact other resources; AND, Plant damage from winderosion is below crop damage tolerance levels.

Yes No


Plant yield, vigor, and quality are as expected. Yes No

Inadequate Structure and Composition


Plant communities contain adequate diversity, composition andstructure to support desired ecological functions for the ecological site.

Yes No


The current plants provide the desired habitat structure andcomposition. State identified invasive plants and noxious weeds arecontrolled.

Yes No

Excessive Plant Pest Pressure


Plant pest damage to plants is below economic or environmentalthresholds; AND, plant pests, including noxious and invasive speciesare managed.

Yes No


Invasive and noxious weeds are controlled or are not present. Yes No


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Wildfire Hazard, Excessive Biomass Accumulation


Wildfire hazards is not a concern; OR, Fuel loads and fuel ladders aremanaged to provide defensible space.

Yes No


Wildfire risk to sensitive sites are controlled by treatment, removal ormodification of vegetation, debris and detritus in a strip or area.

Yes No


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Fish and Wildlife - Inadequate Habitat

Inadequate Habitat - Food


The WHSI rating is >= 0.5; AND, (when surface stream present) TheSVAP2 - fish habitat complexity element score is >= 7; AND, TheSVAP2 - aquatic invertebrate habitat element score is >= 7; OR,Conservation practices and managements are in place that meet orexceed species or guild-specific habitat model thresholds; OR, Food isavailable in quality and extent to support habitat requirements for thespecies of interest.

Yes No


Designated areas are planted as food and habitat forpollinators/beneficial insects; AND, Protected from disruption. Forexample, planted to nectar and pollen producing plants and protectedfrom disruption - chemical, biological, or mechanical.

Yes No

Plants growing are expected, desired, and suited to the site. Existingforbs and woody species meet state specified amounts.

Yes No


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Inadequate Habitat - Cover/Shelter


The WHSI rating is >= 0.5; AND, (when surface stream present) theSVAP2 - barriers to movement element score is >= 7; AND, theSVAP2 - fish habitat complexity element score is >= 7; AND, theSVAP2 - aquatic invertebrate habitat element score is >= 7; ORconservation practices and management practices are in place thatmeet or exceed species or guild-specific habitat model thresholds; OR,habitat cover is of available quality and extent to support requirementsfor the species of interest.

Yes No


Plant growth and cover is managed to develop and maintain habitat tohelp chosen wildlife species. (see State Wildlife Action Plan)

Yes No

The pond/lake, which supports a natural or planted fish population, ismanaged: -to exclude livestock, -to control nuisance species andundesirable aquatic vegetation controlled, -to complies with state andlocal regulations when stocking the pond, AND -use of a buffer zoneof diverse, natural plant cover at least 35 feet wide.

Yes No

Designated areas are planted as food and habitat forpollinators/beneficial insects. For example, planted to nectar andpollen producing plants and protected from disruption--chemical,biological, or mechanical.

Yes No

The stream(s) have: - a natural, unaltered configuration, with minimalchannel straightening, dredging, or bank alteration by armoring withrip-rap or other non-natural materials, - stable banks with limitederosion or bank failure; AND, human uses and/or grazing levels thatdo not negatively impact bank condition. If streams are not present onthe land management system, set the test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Inadequate Habitat - Water


The WHSI rating is >= 0.5;AND, (when surface stream present) TheSVAP2 - aquatic invertebrate habitat element score is >= 7; OR,Conservation practices and managements are in place that meet orexceed species or guild-specific habitat model thresholds; OR, Wateris available in quality and extent to support habitat requirements forthe species of interest.

Yes No


Developments in the flood plain, stream water withdrawals, flowaugmentation, or water control structures may be present, but do notsignificantly alter the natural flow regime.

Yes No

Water for habitat is accessible and at the right depth, duration, andtime of year for chosen wildlife species (See State Wildlife ActionPlan)

Yes No


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Inadequate Habitat - Habitat Continuity (Space)


The WHSI rating is >= 0.5; AND, (when surface stream present) TheSVAP2 - barriers to movement element score is >= 7; AND, TheSVAP2 - aquatic invertebrate habitat element score is >= 7; OR,Conservation practices and managements are in place that meet orexceed species or guild-specific habitat model thresholds; OR, Theconnectivity of habitat components are adequate to support stablepopulations of target species.

Yes No


Existing fences allow wildlife movement without harm. Yes No

Connectivity between food resources and cover and shelter is providedfor the target wildlife species. (see State Wildlife Action Plan)

Yes No

The land adjacent to a stream, river, or other waterbody on the side orsides you control does: - have diverse, natural plant cover typical tothat along streams in your area; AND, Extend from the stream bank orshoreline for a distance of 35 feet; OR, (if applicable) The minimumState buffer-width requirement, whichever is greater.

Yes No

Designated areas are planted as habitat for pollinators and beneficialinsects. Non-cropped area protected from disruption during nestingand foraging periods--chemical, biological, or mechanical.

Yes No

In-stream structures (i.e. dam, diversion structure, bridge, culvert,low-water stream crossing, etc.) allow for the upstream anddownstream movement of fish and other aquatic animals throughoutmost of the year.

Yes No


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Livestock Production Limitation

Inadequate Feed and Forage


Livestock forage, roughage, and supplemental nutritional requirementsare met.

Yes No


The existing forage quantity and quality are expected to meet thelivestock needs and goals.

Yes No

Inadequate Shelter


Artificial or natural shelters meet animal health needs. Yes No


Adequate shelter is provided to meet the needs of the livestockthroughout the period the land management system (LMS) is utilizedby livestock. If livestock do not use this LMS, set the test statement toNA.

Yes No

Inadequate Water


Water of acceptable quality and quantity is adequately distributed tomeet animal needs.

Yes No


The livestock have enough drinking water of good quality. If livestockdo not use this land management system, set the test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Inefficient Energy Use

Equipment and Facilities


If equipment, motors, pumps, etc. are used or located on AssociatedAgricultural Land (AAL), are they commercially available improvedefficiency models or have they received manufacturer approvedupgrades.

Yes No


Pumps, motors, wells, etc. located on the land management system areimproved efficiency models.

Yes No

Energy conserving implements are used for all or some fieldoperations.

Yes No

Farming/Ranching Practices and Field Operations


Equipment or implements used on Associated Agricultural Land(AAL) for agricultural uses are improved efficiency models.

Yes No


Pumps, motors, wells, etc. located on the land management system areimproved efficiency models

Yes No

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Soil Erosion




Yes No


A residue and tillage management system is implemented on all cropsin the rotation that minimizes detachment and transport of soilparticles caused by rainfall or irrigation. The system leaves cropresidue on the soil surface and excludes primary inversion tillageimplements (such as moldboard plow ).

Yes No

Field slopes are less than 3%; OR, Annual crops are grown in rowsacross the slope or on the contour.

Yes No

All hayed acres maintain at least 75% cover all year. Yes No

Wind Erosion



Yes No


A residue and tillage management system is implemented on all cropsin the rotation that prevents detachment and transport of soil particlescaused by wind. The system leaves crop residue on the soil surfaceand excludes primary inversion tillage implements (such as moldboardplow).

Yes No



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Ephemeral Gully Erosion


Ephemeral gullies are not occurring; OR, Conservation practices andmanagement activities are in place to prevent or control ephemeralgullies.

Yes No


Temporary or permanent rills do not exist on the land managementsystem; Or, All temporary or permanent rills are stabilized; AND allareas expected to have high erosion rates are stable.

Yes No




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Yes No


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Yes No


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Organic matter is not depleted below tolerable levels. SCI levels aregreater than 0 on all fields in the land management system.

Yes No


Cover crops are included in the crop rotation on 50% or more of thefields in the land management system to maintain adequate levels ofsoil organic matter.

Yes No

Tillage methods that lift/invert soil are not used. There is at least 30%residue cover on the soil surface at time of planting.

Yes No

Compaction



Yes No


Wheel/track traffic is limited to less than 50% of the soil surface. Theequipment's tires/tracks are no wider than 26 inches.

Yes No

The crop rotation includes crops/cover crops with deep roots thatextend through the soil profile to break up compacted layers. (see statelists)

Yes No

Field operations are restricted or do not take place on wet soilssuceptible to compaction.

Yes No


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Yes No


Unconventional soil amendments are not applied; OR, If applied, aretested prior to application to fields and are applied according to anutrient management system. These amendments could includeindustrial waste, bio-solids, organics, etc.

Yes No

Irrigation water is managed to maintain a balance of soil moisture notto exceed Field Capacity or get below wilting point (unless waterquantity is a limitation)? Methods include: moisture by feel, soilmoisture monitoring with sensors, evapotranspiration monitoring, orother checkbook type methods. If the land management system is notirrigated, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Soil samples are collected and monitored for excessive saltaccumulations. Management practices are adjusted to reduce saltlevels if applicable.

Yes No


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Excess Water



Excess water is managed to minimize the impact on conservationmeasures and/or crop production.

Yes No


Measures are applied such as residue management, grassed waterways,terraces, diversions, or filter strips to reduce excessive runoff; OR, Ifflooding is a concern crops and field activities are managed within theseasonal flooding periods; OR, Where ponding is a concern landleveling or shallow surface drains prevent ponding of water that limitscrop production.

Yes No


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Insufficient Water




Yes No


A reduced/mulch till or no-till system is implemented which leaves aminimum of 30% ground crop residue on the soil surface afterplanting. If the land management system is not irrigated, set this teststatement to NA.

Yes No


Yes No

A residue and tillage management system is implemented on all cropsin the rotation which keeps at least 60% of the field surface coveredafter planting to increase plant available moisture. If the landmanagement system is not irrigated, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Runoff and evapotranspiration levels are minimized on cropland. Soilloss levels are less than or equal to T, crop interval STIR values areless than 80, and SCI is 0 or greater.

Yes No


A reduced/mulch till or no-till system is implemented which leaves aminimum of 30% ground crop residue on the soil surface afterplanting.

Yes No

A residue and tillage management system is implemented on all cropsin the rotation which keeps at least 60% of the field surface coveredafter planting to increase plant available moisture.

Yes No

Cover crops are terminated based on RMA guidelines. If cover cropsare not incorporated into the rotation, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Crop types and crop sequences are carefully chosen. The local climateconditions and a water balance budget are used in the decision makingprocess. Crop rotation includes at least 2 crop types in rotation.

Yes No


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Yes No



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Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and PLU is not grazed;OR Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil or tissuetests and nutrient budgets for realistic yields and conservationpractices and management practices are in place to minimize surfacewater impacts.

Yes No


Nutrients are not applied on this land management system; OR, Ifnutrients are applied, a nutrient budget is used to determine allapplication rates, including: - Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptakerequirements, and - Available nutrient accounting for each of thefollowing: (a) N, P, K from representative soil tests (less than or equalto 3yrs), (b) Soil organic matter mineralization, (c) Legumes inrotation, (d) Previous applications of manure and other organic basedmaterials, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f)Available nutrient analysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Availablenutrient uptake efficiencies from planned application rate, source,method, timing and placement. All state specific application setbacksare maintained for all nutrient applications.

Yes No


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Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Nutrients in Ground Water


Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and PLU is not grazed;OR, Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil or tissuetests and nutrient budgets for realistic yields and conservationpractices: AND, Management activities are in place to minimizeground water impacts.

Yes No


Nutrients are not applied on this land management system; OR, ifnutrients are applied, a nutrient budget is used to determine allapplication rates, including: - Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptakerequirements, and - Available nutrient accounting for each of thefollowing: (a) N, P, K from representative soil tests (less than or equalto 3yrs), (b) Soil organic matter mineralization, (c) Legumes inrotation, (d) Previous applications of manure and other organic basedmaterials, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f)Available nutrient analysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Availablenutrient uptake efficiencies from planned application rate, source,method, timing and placement. All state specific application setbacksare maintained for all nutrient applications.

Yes No


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Yes No


Manure, Composts, or other bio-solids are not stored or applied on thisland management system; OR Manure and other bio solids are appliedusing a nutrient budget to determine all application rates, including: -Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptake requirements, and - Availablenutrient accounting for each of the following: (a) N, P, K fromrepresentative soil tests (less than or equal to 3yrs), (b) Soil organicmatter mineralization, (c) Legumes in rotation, (d) Avoiding manureapplications when soils are frozen, snow covered, or saturated, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f) Available nutrientanalysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Available nutrient uptakeefficiencies from planned application rate, source, method, timing andplacement. All state specific application setbacks are maintained forall nutrient applications. Minimum setbacks are maintained fromdrainage ways, wells, ditched, streams, rivers, and water bodies. Ifmanure or other bio solids are not applied, set this test statement toNA.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Excess Pathogens and Chemicals from Manure, Bio-solids or Compost Applicationsin Ground Water


Potential sources of pathogens or pharmaceuticals are not stored orapplied on the land; OR, Organic materials are applied, stored, and/orhandled to mitigate negative impacts to groundwater sources.

Yes No


Manure and other bio-solids are not stored or applied on this landmanagement system; OR Manure and other bio solids are appliedusing a nutrient budget to determine all application rates, including: -Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptake requirements, and - Availablenutrient accounting for each of the following: (a) N, P, K fromrepresentative soil tests (less than or equal to 3yrs), (b) Soil organicmatter mineralization, (c) Legumes in rotation, (d) Avoiding manureapplications when soils are frozen, snow covered, or saturated, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f) Available nutrientanalysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Available nutrient uptakeefficiencies from planned application rate, source, method, timing andplacement. All state specific application setbacks are maintained forall nutrient applications. Minimum setbacks are maintained fromdrainage ways, wells, ditched, streams, rivers, and water bodies.

Yes No


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Yes No


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Upslope treatment and buffer practices address concentrated flows towater bodies; AND, The SVAP2 - bank condition >= 5; AND, Thelivestock and vehicle water crossings are stable; AND, The watererosion rate is less than or equal to T; AND, Wind erosion rate is lessthan or equal to T.

Yes No



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Air Quality Impacts




Yes No


Field operations and activities are managed to minimize particulateemissions on the farm (i.e. multi-operation field tools, precisionguidance systems, Prescribed Burn plans are implemented, andtreatment/management of all non-vegetated, unpaved travel ways.)

Yes No


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Yes No


Nitrogen stabilizers are used when any nitrogen is applied. If nitrogenis not applied, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No


Yes No

Applied manure is injected or otherwise incorporated into the soilsurface. If manure is not applied, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Farm or forest harvest equipment is serviced at regular intervals toreduce emissions of ozone precursors

Yes No


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Yes No


Nitrogen is not applied: OR, nitrogen is applied as close as possible tocrop uptake (within 30 days prior to crop planting or greenup) atrecommended application rates.

Yes No

Objectionable Odors



Yes No


Nutrients are not applied; OR, A NMP is followed which protects airquality by reducing odors and nitrogen emissions (ammonia, oxides ofnitrogen).

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No


Plants and crops are adapted to the soil and site conditions; and, plantsproduce average yield levels for the county in typical years.

Yes No




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Yes No


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Yes No


Weeds, insects, and diseases do not limit crop production. Yes No





Yes No


Fire is not a typical hazard for the crop; OR, Fire protection measuressuch as firebreaks or activities to reduce the fuel loads around orwithin the crop fields are employed.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No

Unharvested grain crops are intentionally left in the field as wildlifefood on an annual basis; OR, A no-till system is used that providesfood for selected wildlife species.

Yes No


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Yes No


A no-till system is used that provides cover for wildlife. Theorientation of the residue between harvest and establishment of thenew crop supports wildlife cover.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No

Established field borders are kept as wildlife cover and aspollinator/beneficial insect habitat.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No

Established field borders are kept as wildlife cover and as pollinatorand beneficial insect habitat.

Yes No


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Inadequate Shelter





Yes No




Yes No


The current crop rotation provides ample feed and/or forages tosupport the livestock on the farm. Soil erosion and compaction are aremanaged to reduce negative impacts. Set this test statement to NA ifthe land management system is not used for livestock production.

Yes No


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Inadequate Water



Yes No



Yes No


Page 28 of 29




On-site renewable energy and/or energy conserving implements havebeen implemented to improve energy efficiency for field operations.

Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Reduced tillage systems or energy conserving implements are beingused to improve energy efficiency for field operations. If irrigated,improved efficiency irrigation pumps are being used on the majority ofirrigated fields.

Yes No


Reduced tillage and other field operations are used to reduce fieldpasses and overall energy consumption.

Yes No


Yes No

Nutrients are not applied; OR, If nutrients are applied, a nutrientbudget is used to determine all application rates, including: - Realisticyield goals, - Nutrient uptake requirements, and - Available nutrientaccounting for each of the following: (a) N, P, K from representativesoil tests (less than or equal to 3yrs), (b) Soil organic mattermineralization, (c) Legumes in rotation, (d) Previous applications ofmanure and other organic based materials, (e) Planned post-harvestresidual soil test levels, (f) Available nutrient analysis for each nutrientsource, and (g) Available nutrient uptake efficiencies from plannedapplication rate, source, method, timing and placement. All statespecific application setbacks are maintained for all nutrientapplications.

Yes No

Irrigation water is being managed to maintain a balance of soilmoisture not to exceed Field Capacity or get below wilting point(unless water quantity is a limitation). Methods include: soil moisturemonitoring with sensors, evapotranspiration monitoring, or othercheckbook type methods. If the land management system is notirrigated, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Improved efficiency irrigation pumps and motors are used for morethan 50% of irrigation water applications. If the land managementsystem is not irrigated, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

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Soil Erosion




Yes No


A residue and tillage management system is implemented on all cropsin the rotation that minimizes detachment and transport of soilparticles caused by rainfall or irrigation. The system leaves cropresidue on the soil surface and excludes primary inversion tillageimplements (such as moldboard plow ).

Yes No


Wind Erosion



Yes No




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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


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Organic matter is not depleted below tolerable levels. SCI levels aregreater than 0 on all fields in the land management system.

Yes No



Compaction



Yes No


Field operations are restricted or do not take place on wet soilssuceptible to compaction.

Yes No

Wheel/track traffic is limited to less than 50% of the soil surface. Theequipment's tires/tracks are no wider than 26 inches.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No

Unconventional soil amendments are not applied; OR, If applied, aretested prior to application to fields and are applied according to anutrient management system. These amendments could includeindustrial waste, bio-solids, organics, etc.

Yes No


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Excess Water




Yes No


The orchard or vineyard incorporates deep rooted tree and shrubspecies to encourage infiltration and reduce runoff, flooding, orponding.

Yes No


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Insufficient Water




Yes No



Yes No



Runoff and evapotranspiration levels are minimized on cropland. Soilloss levels are less than or equal to T, crop interval STIR values areless than 80, and SCI is 0 or greater.

Yes No


The planned or existing plant specie(s) was/were selected to efficientlyuse available moisture.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and PLU is not grazed;OR Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil or tissuetests and nutrient budgets for realistic yields and conservationpractices and management practices are in place to minimize surfacewater impacts.

Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No

Nutrients are not applied on this land management system; OR, Ifnutrients are applied, a nutrient budget is used to determine allapplication rates, including: - Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptakerequirements, and - Available nutrient accounting for each of thefollowing: (a) N, P, K from representative soil tests (less than or equalto 3yrs), (b) Soil organic matter mineralization, (c) Legumes inrotation, (d) Previous applications of manure and other organic basedmaterials, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f)Available nutrient analysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Availablenutrient uptake efficiencies from planned application rate, source,method, timing and placement. All state specific application setbacksare maintained for all nutrient applications.

Yes No


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Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and PLU is not grazed;OR, Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil or tissuetests and nutrient budgets for realistic yields and conservationpractices: AND, Management activities are in place to minimizeground water impacts.

Yes No


Nutrients are not applied on this land management system; OR, ifnutrients are applied, a nutrient budget is used to determine allapplication rates, including: - Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptakerequirements, and - Available nutrient accounting for each of thefollowing: (a) N, P, K from representative soil tests (less than or equalto 3yrs), (b) Soil organic matter mineralization, (c) Legumes inrotation, (d) Previous applications of manure and other organic basedmaterials, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f)Available nutrient analysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Availablenutrient uptake efficiencies from planned application rate, source,method, timing and placement. All state specific application setbacksare maintained for all nutrient applications.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No

Manure, Composts, or other bio-solids are not stored or applied on thisland management system; OR Manure and other bio solids are appliedusing a nutrient budget to determine all application rates, including: -Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptake requirements, and - Availablenutrient accounting for each of the following: (a) N, P, K fromrepresentative soil tests (less than or equal to 3yrs), (b) Soil organicmatter mineralization, (c) Legumes in rotation, (d) Avoiding manureapplications when soils are frozen, snow covered, or saturated, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f) Available nutrientanalysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Available nutrient uptakeefficiencies from planned application rate, source, method, timing andplacement. All state specific application setbacks are maintained forall nutrient applications. Minimum setbacks are maintained fromdrainage ways, wells, ditched, streams, rivers, and water bodies. Ifmanure or other bio solids are not applied, set this test statement toNA.

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No


Manure and other bio-solids are not stored or applied on this landmanagement system; OR Manure and other bio solids are appliedusing a nutrient budget to determine all application rates, including: -Realistic yield goals, - Nutrient uptake requirements, and - Availablenutrient accounting for each of the following: (a) N, P, K fromrepresentative soil tests (less than or equal to 3yrs), (b) Soil organicmatter mineralization, (c) Legumes in rotation, (d) Avoiding manureapplications when soils are frozen, snow covered, or saturated, (e) Planned post-harvest residual soil test levels, (f) Available nutrientanalysis for each nutrient source, and (g) Available nutrient uptakeefficiencies from planned application rate, source, method, timing andplacement. All state specific application setbacks are maintained forall nutrient applications. Minimum setbacks are maintained fromdrainage ways, wells, ditched, streams, rivers, and water bodies.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Permanent ground cover > 90% and slope less than 10% and classicgullies are not present; OR, Upslope treatment and buffer practicesaddress concentrated flows to water bodies; AND, The SVAP2 - bankcondition >= 5; AND, The livestock and vehicle water crossings arestable; AND, The water erosion rate is less than or equal to T; AND,Wind erosion rate is less than or equal to T.

Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Air Quality Impacts




Yes No


Field operations and activities are managed to minimize particulateemissions on the farm (i.e. multi-operation field tools, precisionguidance systems, Prescribed Burn plans are implemented, andtreatment/management of all non-vegetated, unpaved travel ways.)

Yes No


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Yes No


Farm or forest harvest equipment is serviced at regular intervals toreduce emissions of ozone precursors

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Objectionable Odors



Yes No



Yes No

Nutrients are not applied; OR, A NMP is followed which protects airquality by reducing odors and nitrogen emissions (ammonia, oxides ofnitrogen).

Yes No


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Yes No


Plants and crops are adapted to the soil and site conditions; and, plantsproduce average yield levels for the county in typical years.

Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No







Yes No


Fire is not a typical hazard for the crop; OR, Fire protection measuressuch as firebreaks or activities to reduce the fuel loads around orwithin the crop fields are employed.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No




Yes No


A rotational scheme is used that simulates wet, early successionalhabitats that are highly attractive to wetland-associated wildlife.

Yes No


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Yes No


Yes No

Established field borders are kept as wildlife cover and aspollinator/beneficial insect habitat.

Yes No

All floodable fields in the land management system are managed tomaintain surface water at least 4 months per year; AND, artificialsupplied water or rainfall are from typical sources.

Yes No

Haying/Grazing heights are maintained at a minimum of 6 inchesaverage over winter for mid/tall grass plant communities; AND, 4inches average over winter for shortgrass plant communities.

Yes No

Haying operations include at least two of the following activities: (a)harvest occurs from the center of the field outward to provide betterescape cover, (b) flushing bars are mounted on harvesting equipment,(c) mowing occurs during daylight hours, or (d) mowing speeds arereduced during primary nesting season.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No

Established field borders are kept as wildlife cover and as pollinatorand beneficial insect habitat.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Inadequate Shelter





Yes No




Yes No


The current crop rotation provides ample feed and/or forages tosupport the livestock on the farm. Soil erosion and compaction are aremanaged to reduce negative impacts. Set this test statement to NA ifthe land management system is not used for livestock production.

Yes No


Yes No


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Inadequate Water



Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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On-farm renewable energy and/or energy conserving implements arebeing used to improve energy efficiency for field operations. Ifirrigated, improved efficiency irrigation pumps are being used on themajority of irrigated fields.

Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No

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Soil Erosion




Yes No


All non-traffic areas are vegetated. Yes No

All temporary or permanent rills and gullies are stabilized. All areasexpected to have high erosion rates are stable.

Yes No

Wind Erosion



Yes No


The areas integrated with trees are covered with leaves, needles, finewoody debris, rocks, and/or herbaceous vegetation that protects thesoil on more than 90% of the area.

Yes No

All non-traffic areas are vegetated. Yes No

All temporary or permanent rills and gullies are stabilized. All areasexpected to have high erosion rates are stable.

Yes No


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Yes No


Water runoff from hard surfaces, such as building roofs, is controlledto the point that is does not cause erosion or large streams of water.

Yes No


Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Organic matter within the soil does not cause resource concerns orresource management issues. Determined and documented by on-siteevaluation methods.

Yes No


There are no areas of extensive bare ground, or largely unvegetatedareas. Vegetation and organic matter are managed appropriately.

Yes No

Compaction



Yes No


Soil compaction is limited to roads, trails, and landings; AND, Roads,trails, and landings are properly maintained as to not cause associatedresource concerns.

Yes No


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Subsidence


Histisols are managed so as to not exhibit signs of subsidence.Determined and documented with soil survey documentation or otheron-site evaluation methods.

Yes No


Areas of organic soils are avoided during all farmstead activities. Ifhistisols are not mapped on this land management system, set the teststatement to NA.

Yes No




Yes No


Manure from AFO/CAFO is managed and stored in a manner toprevent excessive accumulation or off-site movement of salts andother chemicals. If there are no AFO/CAFO on the land managementsystem, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Excess Water



Runoff, flooding, and ponding is managed to minimize the impact onconservation measures and/or farmstead areas.

Yes No


Water runoff from hard surfaces, such as building roofs, is controlledto the point that it does not cause damaging runoff, flooding orponding.

Yes No


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Insufficient Water



Moisture management is not a problem and activities do not causeinefficient moisture management problems. Soil loss is less than orequal to T.

Yes No



Yes No


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Nutrients in Ground water


Liquid manure is not stored; OR, Liquid manure storages have a linerto reduce seepage to groundwater sources.

Yes No


Liquid manure is not stored; OR, liquid manure storages have a linerto reduce seepage to groundwater sources.

Yes No




Yes No


Pesticides are stored, handled, and disposed to prevent runoff, spills,leaks and leaching.

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No



Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and AFO/CAFO is notpresent; OR, Nutrient and amendment applications are based on soil ortissue tests and nutrient budgets for realistic yields; AND, Manure ismanaged and stored to eliminate off-site movement; AND,Conservation practices and management activitiess are in place tominimize surface water impacts.

Yes No


Sacrifice areas are properly sited. Yes No

Manure and untreated runoff from animal pens, feedlots, or similarAFO/CAFO is stopped from entering nearby streams, drainageditches, and irrigation ditches.

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No


Water well(s) does not exist; OR, Any water well(s) is located at least100 feet from animal pens, feedlots, or similar AFO/CAFO; OR,Runoff from these areas is treated; OR, An impervious barrier aroundthe well prevents seepage into the surface water.

Yes No

Animal pens, feedlots, or similar AFO/CAFO do not exist on the landmanagement system; OR, Manure and untreated runoff from animalpens, feedlots, or similar AFO/CAFO is stopped from entering nearbystreams, drainage ditches, and irrigation ditches.

Yes No


Yes No




Yes No


Water well(s) does not exist; OR, Any water well(s) is located at least100 feet from animal pens, feedlots, or similar AFO/CAFO OR runofffrom these areas is treated; OR, An impervious barrier around the wellprevents seepage into the groundwater.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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There are no untreated sources of erosion and streams or shoreline arenot on or adjacent to site; OR, Upslope treatment and buffer practicesaddress concentrated flows to water bodies; AND, Heavy use areas arestable; AND, The SVAP2 - bank condition is >= 5.

Yes No



Yes No

Water runoff from hard surfaces, such as building roofs, is controlledto the point that it does not cause erosion or concentrated streams ofwater.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Air Quality Impacts




Yes No



Yes No




Yes No


Energy-efficient vehicles, equipment, and other actions are used tolessen discharges of NOx. Other actions may include: regularlyservicing and properly maintaining combustion equipment, using theminimum level of equipment needed to accomplish the activity, andminimizing number of trips into the area.

Yes No


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If AFO/CAFO is present the National Air Quality Site AssessmentTool (NAQSAT) indicates "NA" or at least 50% green for thefollowing gasses: Methane (CH4) and Nitrous Oxide (N2O); for allapplicable management categories. If AFO/CAFO is not present,renewable energy sources are utilized.

Yes No


Renewable energy sources are used. Yes No


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Objectionable Odors


The score bars in the NAQSAT report are at least 50% green for all ofthese sectors (or appropriate documentation is provided to indicatewhy an applicable score bar does not need to be at least 50% green):Mortalities, Manure Storage, Feed and Water, Land Application, andAnimals and Housing data categories under Odor; Manure Storage,Feed and Water, and Animals and Housing data categories underVolatile organic compounds; Manure Storage and Feed and Waterdata categories under Hydrogen sulfide; and, Manure Storage, Feedand Water, Land Application, Animals and Housing, and Collectionand Transfer data categories under Ammonia.

Yes No


Manure from AFO/CAFO is managed to reduce objectionable odors;AND, documented episodes or complaints of odor nuisance have notoccurred. If AFO/CAFO does not exist on this land managementsystem, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

Composting is managed to reduce objectionable odors; AND,documented episodes or complaints of odor nuisance have notoccurred. If composting does not occur, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No

AFO/CAFO does not exist on the land management system; AND,documented episodes or complaints of odor nuisance have notoccurred. If AFO/CAFO exists, set this test statement to NA.

Yes No


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Yes No






Yes No



Yes No




Yes No




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Yes No


Sites needing wildfire protection or using Prescribed Burning have apermanent or temporary strip of bare or vegetated land (i.e. FuelBreak) that retards fire.

Yes No


Page 18 of 21





Yes No


Plants provide nectar and pollen sources for pollinators and beneficialinsects as well as providing adequate food for browsing animals.

Yes No


Page 19 of 21




Yes No



Yes No

The forest/woodlot/shelterbelt is fully stocked with tree speciesadapted to the site; AND, Has spacing for good tree growth and airflow between and beneath: AND, Does not have excessive treemortality: AND, Has an understory made up of desirable species:AND, Is not inhibited by brush or other undesirable vegetation.

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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On-farm renewable energy and/or energy conserving practices havebeen implemented and energy savings can be documented byoperational adherence to an NRCS approved Energy Audit or the useof various energy saving calculators.

Yes No



Yes No

Energy loss from lighting, drying, refrigeration, cooling, heating, orbuilding insulation has been improved.

Yes No



On-farm renewable energy and/or energy conserving practices havebeen implemented and energy savings can be documented byoperational adherence to an NRCS approved Energy Audit or the useof various energy saving calculators.

Yes No



Yes No

Energy loss from lighting, drying, refrigeration, cooling, heating, orbuilding insulation has been improved.

Yes No

RCPP-CSP-2019-1_AK - AK Statewide Ag-Land_Pasture

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Soil Erosion




Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No

Wind Erosion



Yes No



Yes No


Page 2 of 24




Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


Page 3 of 24




Organic matter within the soil is managed by means of properrotational grazing and other grazing management practices; AND, thePasture Condition Score (PCS) -plant cover element score is >= 4;AND, the PCS - plant residue element score is >= 4.

Yes No


Proper soil health is evidenced by productive and desirable plantsdominating the management system. There are no extensive dead orunproductive areas.

Yes No

Compaction



Yes No


There are no extensive bare spots or dead areas in the landmanagement system beyond what would be considered acceptable"sacrifice" areas.

Yes No

Soils are not compacted to a point that limits plant root depth andgrowth.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


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Excess Water




Yes No


Measures are applied such as prescribed grazing, grassed waterways,and field borders to reduce excessive runoff; OR, If flooding is aconcern pastures are managed within the seasonal flooding periods;OR, Where ponding is a concern land leveling or shallow surfacedrains prevent ponding of water that limits pasture production.

Yes No


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Insufficient Water




Yes No



Yes No



Moisture management is not a problem; AND, Activities do not causeinefficient moisture management problems; AND, The PastureCondition Score - compaction element score is >= 4 AND The PastureCondition Score - plant cover element score is >= 4.

Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied and grazing unit is notadjacent to streams, ponds, or lakes and there are no confinedlivestock areas; OR, The Pasture Condition Score -streambank/shoreline erosion element score is >= 4; AND, ThePasture Condition Score - livestock concentration areas element scoreis >= 4; AND, Nutrients are applied and based on a soil test, tissue testor nutrient budget.

Yes No


Nutrients are not applied; OR, If nutrients are applied, they do notdegrade surface water quality; AND, Water use is not limited bynutrient levels.

Yes No



Yes No



Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied ; OR, Nutrient andamendment applications are based on soil or tissue tests and nutrientbudgets for realistic yields and conservation practices; AND,Management activities are in place to minimize ground water impacts.

Yes No


Grazing management in close proximity to sinkholes does not degradegroundwater. If sinkholes are not in close proximity to this landmanagement system, set the test statement to YES.

Yes No

Nutrients are not applied to this land management system; OR, ifnutrients are applied, they do not degrade ground water quality; AND,Water use is not limited.

Yes No


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Yes No


Manure, compost, or bio-solids are not applied; OR, Manure, compost,or bio-solids are applied per soil test recommendations and Land GrantUniversity best management practices, and grazing managementoptimizes applied products.

Yes No


Yes No




Yes No


Livestock use of immediate sink hole watersheds is managed to avoidaddition of excess pathogens. If the land management system is not ina sinkhole watershed, set the test statement to YES.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No

Plant cover controls active erosion and runoff from normal rain events;AND, Litter dams are minimized.

Yes No


Page 12 of 24




Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Air Quality Impacts




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No




Yes No


Forage Supply and Demand Balance is achieved. Yes No


Yes No


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Objectionable Odors



Yes No



Yes No


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The Pasture Condition Score is 30 or above. Plants are adapted to thesite, meet production goals and do not negatively impact otherresources.

Yes No


Plants are perennial, adapted to the site, maintained at minimal stubbleheights, productive and healthy.

Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No







Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No




Yes No


Livestock access to stream(s) is controlled; OR, livestock access islimited to small watering or crossing areas

Yes No


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Yes No

Grazing heights are maintained at a minimum of 6 inches average overwinter for mid/tall grass plant communities; AND, 4 inches averageover winter for shortgrass plant communities.

Yes No


Yes No

Haying operations include at least two of the following activities: (a)harvest occurs from the center of the field outward to provide betterescape cover, (b) flushing bars are mounted on harvesting equipment,(c) mowing occurs during daylight hours, or (d) mowing speeds arereduced during primary nesting season.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Page 21 of 24




Yes No



Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No

Inadequate Shelter





Yes No

Inadequate Water



Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


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If nutrients are applied, a nutrient budget is used to determine allnutrient application rates; AND, If irrigated, improved efficiencyirrigation pumps are being used on the majority of irrigated pastures.

Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No

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Soil Erosion



Range Health Assessment - soil site stability - is slight to moderate orless; OR, Rangeland Planned Trend is positive

Yes No



Yes No

Wind Erosion


Range Health Assessment - soil site stability - is slight to moderate orless; Or, Rangeland Planned Trend is positive.

Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


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Organic matter within the soil is managed by means of properrotational grazing and other grazing management practices; AND, TheRange Health Assessment (RHA) - soil site stability is slight tomoderate or less; AND, The RHA - biotic integrity attribute rating isslight to moderate departure or less; OR, Rangeland planned trend ispositive.

Yes No


Proper soil health is evidenced by productive and desirable plantsdominating the management system. There are no extensive dead orunproductive areas.

Yes No

Compaction



Yes No


There are no extensive bare spots or dead areas in the landmanagement system beyond what would be considered acceptable"sacrifice" areas.

Yes No

Soils are not compacted to a point that limits plant root depth andgrowth.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied; AND, The PLU is notgrazed; OR livestock access to streams is controlled.

Yes No




Yes No



Organic or inorganic nutrients are not applied; AND, Conservationpractices and management activities are in place to minimize groundwater impacts.

Yes No


When sinkholes are present in karst regions, livestock use ofimmediate sinkhole watershed area is managed to avoid nutrientadditions to groundwater. If sinkholes are not present, set the teststatement to YES.

Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No




Yes No


Livestock use of immediate sink hole watersheds is managed to avoidaddition of excess pathogens. If the land management system is not ina sinkhole watershed, set the test statement to YES.

Yes No


Page 7 of 18




Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No

Plant cover controls active erosion and runoff from normal rain events;AND, Litter dams are minimized.

Yes No


Page 9 of 18




Yes No



Yes No


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Air Quality Impacts




Yes No



Yes No




Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No


Forage Supply and Demand Balance is achieved. Yes No


Page 12 of 18




Vegetation meets similarity index or range condition score of 60 orgreater for desired plant community and has a positive trend; OR,Range Health Assessment - biotic integrity attribute rating - is slight tomoderate departure or less.

Yes No



Grazing is periodically deferred to improve or maintain plant vigor. Yes No



Plant communities contain adequate diversity, composition andstructure to support desired ecological functions; OR, the RangeHealth Assessment - biotic integrity attribute rating is slight tomoderate departure or less; OR, Vegetation meet similarity index of60 or greater for desired plant community and has a positive trend.

Yes No



Yes No


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Yes No


The current plants provide the desired plant community for the site. Yes No





Yes No



Yes No

Active management occurs to avoid excessive buildup of likelywildfire fuels.

Yes No

Trees, shrubs, and vines are managed in a manner to reduce ladderfuels.

Yes No


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Yes No


Plants growing are expected, desired, and suited to the site. Existingforbs and woody species meet state specified amounts expected for theecological site descriptions.

Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No


Livestock access to stream(s) is controlled; OR, livestock access islimited to small watering or crossing areas

Yes No


Yes No

Grazing heights are maintained at a minimum of 6 inches average overwinter for mid/tall grass plant communities; AND, 4 inches averageover winter for shortgrass plant communities.

Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No



Yes No



Yes No


Yes No


Yes No


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Yes No


Plants growing are expected, desired, suited to the site and providesufficient dietary needs and production goals of the livestock.

Yes No

Inadequate Shelter





Yes No

Inadequate Water



Yes No



Yes No

soil erosion · erosion or bank failure; and, human uses and/or grazing levels that do not...

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