Tag: water quality
Ohio ag groups challenging Kasich’s water quality focus
A group of Ohio farm organizations is not happy with Ohio Gov. John Kasich’s public statements about placing restrictions on farming practices through executive order
Efficiency is key at Lepley Farms
When the Lepleys decided to build a new cattle facility in Huron County, they knew they would be up against some strict water quality regulations.
Ohio Senate passes Clean Lake 2020 plan, awaits House vote
The Clean Lake 2020 Plan would allocate up to $36 million in funding for water quality programs.
Ohio lawmakers review fertilizer bill
Members of the House and Senate agriculture committees held a joint meeting June 5 at the Statehouse, to review the effects of Ohio’s nutrient law (S.B. 1).
Artificial sweeteners help track wastewater pathway for scientists
What's something found in all wastewater that will allow us to account for all of it? The answer, of all things, is artificial sweeteners.
Cumulative phosphorus load triggers algal bloom
Water quality in the western portion of Lake Erie has been declining for two decades.
Protect our water and reputation
Small changes in our grazing systems can cause large changes, both from the conservation standpoint and on the public perception of our operations.
Ohio EPA explains its decision to list Lake Erie impaired
The Ohio EPA held a webinar to explain how it measured the impairment in the western basin of Lake Erie.
How to create a rain garden
Rain gardens collect and soak up rainwater, reducing runoff. Learn how to create your own rain garden and choose the right plants for each zone.
Manage your manure application
As public scrutiny of water quality increases in Ohio, it is clear that producers must manage manure applications to minimize environmental impact.
