Planning Program
The Planning Program from the Delaware Department of Agriculture supports producers in developing science-based nutrient and animal waste management plans to protect water quality and the environment.
Funder: Delaware Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: May 1, 2027: Annual claim submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Cost assistance for plan development; typical rates vary by plan type, acreage, and duration; subject to funding availability.
Summary: Supports Delaware agricultural producers with cost-share funding to develop nutrient and animal waste management plans for regulatory compliance and environmental protection.
Description
The Planning Program, administered by the Delaware Department of Agriculture’s Nutrient Management Program, provides cost assistance to Delaware agricultural producers for the development and implementation of Nutrient Management Plans (NMPs) and Animal Waste Management Plans (AWMPs). These plans are essential for managing nutrient application on agricultural lands, ensuring compliance with state law, and protecting water quality and the environment. Funding helps offset the costs associated with plan development, making compliance more accessible for producers.
