Nutrient management regulation – guides, protocols and tables
Learn about the protocols that support the regulations under the Nutrient Management Act, 2002. This technical information is for Ontario producers who have requirements under the Nutrient Management Act, 2002 and the associated regulations.
Introduction
The purpose of the Nutrient Management Act, 2002 is to provide for the management of materials containing nutrients in ways that will enhance protection of the natural environment and provide a sustainable future for agricultural operations and rural development. There are Regulations under the Nutrient Management Act and protocols that support the Regulations. The supporting protocols are found on this page.
Nutrient management protocols
Current protocols
- 2021 Off-Farm Anaerobic Digestion Materials Protocol
- 2021 Odour Guidance for On-Farm Anaerobic Digestion
- 2021 Nutrient Management Protocol for O. Reg. 267/03
- Nutrient Management Tables for O. Reg. 267/03:
- 2015 Greenhouse Nutrient Feedwater Management Protocol for O. Reg. 300/14
- 2014 Greenhouse Nutrient Feedwater Management Table
Sampling and analysis protocols
Current protocols
- 2021 Sampling and Analysis Protocol for for O. Reg. 267/03
- 2014 Greenhouse Nutrient Feedwater Sampling and Analysis Protocol for O. Reg. 300/14
Guides
- 2012 NASM Odour Guide for O. Reg. 267/03
- Regulatory Requirements for Regulated Mixed Anaerobic Digestion Facilities
Previous (expired) protocols
For information on previous (expired) protocols, contact the:
Agricultural Information Contact Centre
1-877-424-1300
ag.info.omafra@ontario.ca