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Nitrates: Reducing water pollution from agriculture

Nitrate pollution is of concern because it has to be removed before water can be supplied to consumers, and it can harm the water environment. Over 60% of nitrate enters water from agricultural land.

Find out if you're in a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone and how to get a risk map.

Page last modified: 9 May 2010
Page published: 27 June 2002