Publications and resources for CAFOs and other agriculture operations

There are many resources for farmers and other agricultural operators that provide information and guidance about farming and the environment. In addition to the Department of Natural Resources, resources are available from other Wisconsin state agencies, your local government, the federal government and various associations.

Department of Natural Resources

• Composting Farm Wastes [PDF]
• Composting at CAFOs [PDF]
• Composting Facilities Eligible for Exemption [PDF]
• Agricultural Spills and How to Handle Them [PDF]
• Conservation Easements [PDF]
• Wisconsin's Runoff Rules: What Farmers Need to Know [PDF]
• Wisconsin's Nonpoint Source Program Management Plan, FFY 2011 - 2015 [PDF]
• Adaptive Management Technical Handbook (phosphorus water quality standards) [PDF]
• CAFO Applications on Shallow Groundwater Soils Interim Guidance [PDF]

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

• Nutrient Management [exit DNR]
• Animal Feed [exit DNR]
• Dairy Farming [exit DNR]

United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service

• Information for Farmers and Ranchers [exit DNR]
• Wisconsin NRCS Technical Resources [exit DNR]
• Manure and Nutrient Management [exit DNR]

Farmers and other agricultural associations

• Wisconsin Farm Bureau [exit DNR]
• Wisconsin State Farmer [exit DNR]
• Dairy Business Association [exit DNR]
• Wisconsin Ag Connection [exit DNR]