Economist Says Taxing Phosphorus Could Reduce Risk Of Algal Blooms

October 8, 2014 | Posted in Nutrient Management

Source: Ohio State University

While agricultural scientists, policymakers and farmers are investigating ways to reduce the risk of severe algal blooms that stem from phosphorus, an Ohio State University environmental economist suggests an economic response could be the most cost-effective one.

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