Published:
September 1, 2002
Originator:
Chesapeake Bay Program
EPA Number:
903-R-02-007
Categorized in:
Report

Phosphorus plays a major role in nonpoint source pollution. It has become evident that agriculture is experiencing over-application of phosphorus, which has resulted in phosphorus enriched soils in certain locations. The Agricultural Nutrient Reduction Workgroup of the Chesapeake Bay Program's Nutrients Subcommittee held a one-day conference on Coordinating Phosphorus Based Nutrient Management Policies in the Chesapeake Bay Region.