Protecting Water Quality and Farm Profits

Wisconsin’s Nutrient and Pest Management (NPM) program primarily serves Wisconsin farmers and the other agricultural professionals who assist them in making management decisions.  NPM has a public funding base to address society’s goals of protecting streams, lakes, and groundwater resources while maintaining profitable farms.  The program links farmers and researchers to exchange knowledge on the profitability, practicality and environmental impact of crop production practices and cropping systems. 

The NPM program is based in the University of Wisconsin College of Agricultural and Life Sciences with UW Cooperative Extension responsibilities and support.   The NPM organization includes:

• NPM regional staff (4) expert at teaching, on-farm validation of research-based recommendations, and serving as regional resources to producers and organizations working on agricultural and environmental issues. Contact our NPM specialists for assistance.  Contact list 
• Campus based NPM staff (3) experienced in developing and delivering statewide educational or certification programs, in publishing practical outreach materials, and in developing coalitions of diverse interests.
• The UW Eco-Potato project (2 staff) working in partnership with potato producers and environmental organizations toward more ecologically sound potato and vegetable production systems.    
• Faculty Directors and Advisory Committee members from the CALS Plant Science and related departments who bring University resources to local communities.