Tag: water quality
USDA says voluntary water quality efforts are working
USDA announces more funding for western basin conservation, says voluntary efforts are working.
Lake Erie study says farmers need to do more, or plant...
Water quality study finds two ways to reduce phosphorus into Lake Erie, and one is by converting cropland to grassland.
Soil health can make big difference for water quality
Conservation Tillage Conference focuses on building soil health.
Pennsylvania governor highlights steps to reduce lead exposure
According to Department of Health, the primary source of childhood lead poisoning in Pennsylvania continues to be exposure to aging, deteriorating lead-based paint (chips and dust), and not drinking water.
Lead in drinking water a concern for some, but reducing exposure...
Reducing exposure to lead is an important health consideration, especially for households with young children or those who may be considering starting a family.
Restored EPA funding to help Pennsylvania farmers meet watershed goals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has restored $3 million in program funding to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Concerned about lead in water? Here are steps you can take
If you’re concerned that your tap water might have elevated levels of lead in it, the first place to start is with your community’s water system.
Nutrient field studies starting to show results
Scientists are starting to understand how ag nutrients are leaving farmers' fields.
Pennsylvania officials say it’s time to reboot efforts for clean water
Strategy recognizes two goals for success: clean water and viable farms.
