Tag: water quality
The ripple effect of soil erosion
Soil erosion threatens Ohio’s farms and waterways. Learn causes, consequences, dredging challenges and prevention practices that protect soil and water.
‘Forever chemicals’ detected in 65% of sampled private wells in Pennsylvania
Penn State researchers conducted a citizen science study of PFAS — forever chemicals — in 167 private wells across Pennsylvania.
Farmers warn Ohio’s water quality gains could slip without H2Ohio funding
The Ohio Agriculture Conservation Initiative’s recent farm tour showed off how local farmers are using science-based practices to improve their land and water quality. But these efforts could be jeopardized if a proposed $120 million cut in H2Ohio funding is passed in Ohio's proposed budget.
The power of citizen science in protecting local water resources
Mahoning Soil and Water Conservation District outreach and education specialist Zack Felger shares the impact citizen science can have to protect water.
Get well educated in Geauga County
Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting “Well Educated: A Deeper Look at Groundwater and Well Maintenance” March 11 from 6-8 p.m. at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center.
Farmers embrace H2Ohio, but Lake Erie’s algae problem lingers
Farmers are adopting H2Ohio’s best practices to curb algal blooms, but challenges persist—and there’s still crucial work ahead to protect Lake Erie.
Voters may get to decide on a $1 billion water quality...
The end of 2024 put Ohio at a crossroads of water policy and agricultural initiatives aimed at improving Lake Erie.
Clean water is so important
why should we care so much about clean water, sanitation and hygiene? And what can we do to help?
Ohio ag groups want to enter legal battle over Lake Erie...
Ohio agricultural groups, including the Ohio Farm Bureau, intervene in a lawsuit over Lake Erie pollution regulations, aiming to protect small farmers.
State ag leaders discuss water quality
The Ohio Department of Agriculture hosted a discussion with leaders from Indiana and Michigan to improve water quality in the Western Lake Erie Basin.
