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The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Water Quality Program is a partner in the CSREES New England Regional Water Quality Program. We actively participate in the following New England Regional Water Quality Focus Areas: Nutrient and Pest Management, New England Private Well Initiative, New England NEMO, Sustainable Landscapes, and Animal Waste Management.

Agriculture Publications

Getting a Manure Sample, Bulletin #2428 [2428 PDF version]
This fact sheet describes the first step in managing nutrients on dairy and livestock farms. It discusses the procedures for sampling solid and liquid manures.

Understanding a Manure Sample, Bulletin #2429 [2429 PDF version]
This fact sheet describes the first step in managing nutrients on dairy and livestock farms. It discusses the procedures for sampling solid and liquid manures.

Nitrate, Groundwater and Livestock Health, Bulletin #7086 [7086 PDF version]
This publication examines the connections between nitrate in groundwater and livestock and poultry health. It suggests how to avoid nitrate problems and what to do if you think you have a problem.

Watering Systems for Livestock, Bulletin #7129 [7129 PDF version]
This publication discusses the advantages of watering systems including increased livestock productivity, improved nutrient distribution; and the protection of stream and pond water quality. Included is information on the sources of water.

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