Tag: water quality
Kasich charting new direction on Lake Erie, water quality
After several years of voluntary efforts, the Kasich administration is taking a more regulatory approach to cleaning up the state's waters.
Ohio EPA addressing river nutrients
The Ohio EPA is holding early stakeholder meetings to discuss water quality issues in rivers.
How to keep Canada geese off your property
Canada geese can be encouraged to abandon the pond, yard, golf course or park by implementing multiple strategies in a rotation before nests are built.
Water access in winter pastures is critical
Water is essential for livestock year-round. For every pound of dry matter consumed, cattle will need to drink about seven pounds of water.
Get your fertilizer certification before spring
Ohioans who apply fertilizer to more than 50 acres are now required to be state-certified, but there's still time before spring to get your training.
Finding a little green space can go a long way
We all need to compromise for the good of nature, animals, wildlife, pollinators, and even ourselves. Protecting our natural resources will benefit us all.
Prolong the life of your septic system
Proper operation and maintenance of your septic system can have a significant impact on how well it works and how long it lasts.
Injecting manure reduces hormone transport
A new Penn State study shows that applying manure to crop fields by means of shallow disk injection significantly reduces estrogens in surface runoff.
Understanding stormwater runoff
Runoff water can pick up and carry many substances that pollute water. Some — like pesticides, fertilizers, oil and soap — are harmful in any quantity.
Free water tests for private water supplies
Penn State Extension has received funding to provide no-cost drinking water testing to a limited number of homeowners.
