Agricultural Performance Standards

Wisconsin's rules to control polluted runoff from farms, as well as other sources, went into effect October 1, 2002. The state Legislature passed the rules to help protect Wisconsin's lakes, streams and groundwater.

Department of Natural Resources (DNR) rule NR 151 sets performance standards and prohibitions for farms. It also sets urban performance standards to control construction site erosion, manage runoff from streets and roads, and manage fertilizer use on large turf areas.

Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) rule ATCP 50 identifies conservation practices that individuals follow to meet the performance standards.

What Farmers Need To Know (pdf)
(NR 151) Department of Natural Resources
(ATCP 50) Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection
(Nutrient Mgt) Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection
(SNAP Plus 20) FREE Nutrient Management Planning Software - DATCP
(Conservation Planning) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
(Chapter 135) County Animal Waste Storage Facility Ordinance