Fertilizer Nitrogen BMPs to Limit Losses that Contribute to Global Warming

The right fertilizer N management decisions in producing corn and other crops can help reduce the impact on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and global warming potential. These fertilizer best management practices (BMPs) can go a long way toward making the most of applied N, for economic benefit as well as environmental. Science and experience show that the impact of a fertilizer BMP on crop yield, quality, profitability, and nutrient loss to water or air is greatly influenced by other agronomic practices such as plant population, cultivar, tillage, and pest management, as well as proven conservation practices. A new 8-page publication by IPNI Nitrogen Program Dr. Cliff Snyder, titled “Fertilizer Nitrogen BMPs to Limit Losses that Contribute to Global Warming”, takes a closer look and provides a practical overview. It is available in print or as a PDF file at this site.

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