The LTVCA Phosphorus Reduction program began in 2021, with the goal to improve soil health and reduce the amount of agriculturally sourced phosphorus entering the Thames River, Lake St. Clair and ultimately the Western Basin of Lake Erie.
Reductions achieved through the implementation of best management practices were quantified through subwatershed monitoring and modeling activities. This project was conducted to assist Ontario and Canada with meeting the Thames River 40% reduction target for total and soluble reactive phosphorus loads entering Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie. The goal of the reduction target is to reduce the severity and development of green and blue algae blooms in the Lake Erie Basin.
Funding for landowners is available for producers that are taking action to improve soil health and mitigate phosphorus loss. For more information please see our Grants for Landowners page.