Change in Maryland’s Public Information Act Does Not Effect Nutrient Management Plans
By Sarah Everhart In Maryland the review of public records by any public body in the State is dictated by the Maryland Public Information Act. Pursuant to the Agriculture Article of the Maryland Code, Nutrient Management Plans are currently required to be submitted by almost all farmers in Maryland and contain detailed information on the amount, placement, timing, and application of animal waste, commercial fertilizer, sludge, or other plant nutrients to prevent pollution and