Queenstown, Maryland (March 27, 2020)
– As of January 2020, the Phosphorus Management Tool (PMT) has moved into the next transition phase across Maryland. The decision not to delay the next phase was voted on by the PMT Advisory Committee and upheld by Secretary Bartenfelder.
Due to the Total Maximum Daily Load restrictions, reductions of Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Sediment must be achieved. Maryland farmers have done well with reaching each milestone, particularly with phosphorus. Farmers follow their state mandated Nutrient Management Plan which is completed by a certified professional.