Description: A system of components that enable reduction and greater control of fertilizer and pesticide application. This is accomplished through avoidance of excessive overlapping, unnecessary application to end/turn rows, and more precise control of application rates.
Precision Agrichemical Application Policy
Requirements for Agrichemical Pollution Prevention Measures
General Policies for Commission Cost Share Programs
Maintenance Period: 5 years
Additional Spot Check Requirements: None
BMP Units: Each
Cost Information: Average cost (75% or 90%). Refer to ACSP Average Cost Lists for details.
CS2 Project Description examples
Expected Results:
Acres affected
Difference in before and after P application rates (if resource concern is nutrient loss)
Reference Materials:
NC-ACSP-11 Signature Page
Map with BMP location, fields, and roads
For 90% Cost share, please upload the NC-CSPs-1E form.
Manufacturer documentation to verify the system components meet ISO 12188.
| CS2 Common Components | Units |
|---|---|
| PRECISION AGRICHEMICAL APPLICATION TIER - a. GPS guidance | Each |
| PRECISION AGRICHEMICAL APPLICATION TIER - b. Automatic Application Rate Control | Each |
| PRECISION AGRICHEMICAL APPLICATION TIER - c. Boom section control | Each |
JAA:
The applicant must supply manufacturer documentation to verify system components meet: ISO 12188 Tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry — Test procedures for positioning and guidance systems in agriculture.
AND
SWCC - 590-PAA Precision Agrichemical Application
OR
NRCS - 590 - Nutrient Management (if the resource concern is nutrient loss)
OR
NRCS - 595 - Pest Management Conservation System (if the resource concern is pesticide loss)
NRCS Supporting Standards:
NRCS - 590 - Nutrient Management
NRCS - 595 - Pest Management Conservation System
Refer to the SWCC JAA Application Requirements for details.
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