Illinois Manure Calculator

Functionality & Mechanism

This agricultural management tool automates calculations specified in the Illinois-specific nutrient management planning worksheet. The system requires user input for manure storage parameters, corresponding manure sample data, information for designated fields, and the type of application equipment utilized. It then calculates a manure application rate based on user-selected nitrogen or phosphorus limits and quantifies the total nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that will be applied. A simulation function also allows for the entry of a trial application rate to model the resulting effect on the overall nutrient balance. Completed calculations can be exported via email for documentation.

Intended Use & Scope

This tool is designed for livestock producers and agricultural managers in Illinois to assist with nutrient management planning. It serves as a digital instrument for calculating manure application rates in alignment with state-specific guidelines and field crop requirements, providing outputs for inclusion in a comprehensive farm management plan. Features and availability may vary by device and operating system.