By Matt Wilson, Nutrient Management Lead, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs As of July 1, 2019, two important changes to the Nutrient Management regulation are in effect under the Nutrient Management Act. They will help farmers reduce regulatory burden in the agriculture sector while continuing to protect the environment. The most far-reaching change removes the automatic expiration of nutrient management strategies every five years. This requirement added burden without improving environmental protection. Nutrient management strategies can now remain in effect until there is a significant change to an operation, placing a greater emphasis on annual reviews. To support this change, OMAFRA is developing tools for producers to help them more easily complete their annual review and keep…
