Nutrient Management Planning (NMP) Online
Nutrient management planning and mapping tool
DescriptionOverview of the initiative and its approach.
Nutrient Management Planning (NMP) Online is a digital solution designed to generate farmer-specific nutrient management plans, fertiliser programmes and colour-coded maps through an advisor-facing web platform, supporting farm productivity and environmental compliance in Ireland.
TechnologyTechnology used by the initiative.
NMP Online is a desktop/web-based GIS platform that links soil sample data to mapped fields and crops, calculates field-level fertiliser limits and recommendations, and provides mapping tools with PDF and map outputs.
TargetUsers, groups, or communities targeted by the initiative.
Primary users are agri-professionals and farm advisors who prepare plans for farmers; the solution generates farmer-friendly maps and recommendations for field-level nutrient applications and liming.
Business modelHow the initiative delivers and sustains its value.
The platform is provided free of charge as part of Teagasc’s public advisory services.
ImpactThe observed or intended effects of the initiative.
The solution aims to improve nutrient-use efficiency by targeting applications to specific fields and timings, supports compliance with Ireland’s nitrates regulations, and enhances communication of soil fertility status via colour-coded maps and reports, contributing to farm efficiency and water-quality protection.
Four BettersThe FAO Four Betters supported by the initiative.
Better production
Better environment
