Comment on FR Doc # 2026-11327
Newtrient LLCSupportBusiness
Summary: Newtrient LLC, a company specializing in nutrient management and waste handling, submitted detailed technical comments and suggested revisions to the proposed 2026 NRCS Conservation Practice Standards. They argue for improvements in clarity, technical accuracy, and practicality across various standards to better support producers in achieving environmental and operational goals.
Subject: Newtrient Comments on Proposed 2026 Revisions to NRCS Conservation Practice Standards
Dear NRCS National Handbook of Conservation Practices Team,
Newtrient respectfully submits the attached compilation of detailed comments and recommended revisions on the proposed 2026 updates to multiple NRCS Conservation Practice Standards. These comments are informed by our expertise in nutrient management, waste handling, and agricultural environmental systems, with the goal of enhancing the clarity, technical accuracy, practicality, and effectiveness of the standards while supporting producers in achieving water quality, air quality, soil health, and energy efficiency objectives.
The attached materials include:
A PDF document ("Newtrient CPS 2026 Standards Review.PDF") containing Newtrient’s specific comments and suggested edits across numerous standards, including but not limited to Codes 317, 318, 319, 329, 353, 359, 372, 373, 374, 513, 516, 533, 574, 575, 591, 627, 629, 632, 633, 670, and Energy Efficient Building Envelope.
Redline PDF versions for select standards (e.g., Code 317 – Composting Facility and Code 318 – Short Term Storage of Animal Waste and By-Products) illustrating proposed changes for easy reference.
Key themes in our recommendations include:
Refining criteria for composting processes, particularly for animal bedding reuse (Code 317).
Strengthening provisions for short-term storage to protect water resources while maintaining operational flexibility (Code 318).
Incorporating practical considerations for waste separation, treatment, energy efficiency, and system integration to better align with on-farm realities.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide input during this public review period and remain available to discuss these recommendations or provide additional technical detail. Newtrient is committed to collaborating with NRCS to ensure the standards effectively support conservation on livestock and crop operations nationwide.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Mark Stoermann
Newtrient LLC
7/6/2026