The Maryland Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers that cost-share funding is available to help cover expenses associated with hauling all types of manure to fall-planted crop fields with acceptable soil phosphorus levels. Additionally, grants are available to offset costs related to injecting liquid manure into the soil in order to prevent nutrient runoff and reduce odors.
All fall livestock manure transport and injection projects must be completed by December 15, 2025. Claims for payment should be submitted to the department’s Conservation Grants Office by January 15, 2026. Claims for poultry manure must be submitted within 40 days of the final transport.
Program highlights include:
Receive up to $28/ton to transport poultry manure to qualifying fields with acceptable soil phosphorus levels or alternative use projects that can safely utilize the product,
Cost-share grants are available to transport dairy and livestock manure to qualifying fields, covering up to 87.5% of eligible costs.
FastTrack and standard transport options are available for both poultry and dairy/livestock manure.
Farmers can receive up to $45/acre for costs associated with injecting liquid manure into the soil. However, please note that poultry manure is not eligible for this option due to its low moisture content.
Source : maryland.gov