The Phosphorus Paradox
- Author
- Patrick Shea
- Published
- Fri 03 Mar 2023
- Episode Link
- https://www.interlochenpublicradio.org/podcast/points-north/2023-03-03/the-phosphorus-paradox
Harmful algal blooms are a growing concern in the Great Lakes. The toxins they produce can close beaches and even poison drinking water. What’s fueling these blooms? Phosphorus – a key ingredient in agricultural fertilizers. But the way it’s being used comes at a cost.
