Nutrient management is the matching of the site specific soil, production history and crop management to the “Right Rate”, “Right Source”, “Right Time” and “Right Place” (commonly known as the 4R nutrient stewardship) of nutrient applications. The NRCS nutrient management plans are designed to document practices that address natural resource concerns related to soil erosion, water quality and nutrient applications. For more information about NRCS nutrient management activities use the following link: NRCS Nutrient Management.