MARC98 is a manure management planner PC software specifically designed for Manitoba's livestock producers. To top it off, MARC98 allows for automatic filling-in of the Manure Management Plan registration form, as now required from large livestock producers in Manitoba. An Excel spreadsheet was developed to facilitate calculation of whole farm nutrient balances. A free version is available upon request. This spreadsheet uses dictionary values of feeds and products to rapidly calculate results with minimal time devoted to entry of data.
Trials version is available to be downloaded.
It will help you to determine the degree to which nutrients available from manure can satisfy your nutrient needs for crop production. Washington State University , program can be downloaded. Basic Principles focuses on nutrient pathways and their behavior. Field Management centers on management guidelines that promote efficient distribution of nutrients to reduce fertilizer costs and the potential for loss. Crop Production and Water Quality, is used to record pertinent information and to assist with the calculations necessary to develop a comprehensive nutrient management plan.