Tag: water quality
Auglaize River farmers show broad adoption of conservation practices
The 2026 OACI survey reveals major progress in the Auglaize River watershed. With 97% of fields soil-tested and 65% using no-till practices, Ohio farmers are leveraging H2Ohio and cost-sharing programs to improve water quality and soil health across this vital agricultural region.
Time to get on the road to clean water
Is your winter car maintenance hurting local water quality? Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District's Gail Prunty shares essential tips on road salt safety, leak prevention, and eco-friendly car washing.
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?
