Can a farmer implement a plan if no formal action is taken within the 90-day technical review period?

A farmer can indeed implement a nutrient management plan if no formal action is taken within the 90-day technical review period. This is based on the premise that the absence of a response from the reviewing authority during this timeframe implies tacit approval, allowing the farmer to proceed with their management practices. The rationale behind this is to avoid unnecessary delays in implementing essential agricultural practices, which can impact productivity and compliance with environmental regulations.

The 90-day period serves as a guideline encouraging timely review and acknowledgment, and when that period expires without any decision, it can be assumed that the plan meets the necessary requirements set forth for nutrient management. This provision ensures that farmers are not held up indefinitely while awaiting approval, thereby promoting agricultural efficiency and sustainability.

Therefore, under normal circumstances, once the 90-day technical review window has lapsed without formal action, implementing the plan is permissible, providing the farmer confidence in proceeding with their operations.