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'We are continuing to look for best management practices' to improve water quality
the potential for harmful algal blooms," he said. "We have to balance protecting water ... With harmful algal blooms forecast to have increased this summer in western Lake Erie, experts ... with CFAES are continuing to work with farmers statewide to offer steps that agriculture can take to ...
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Environmental Professionals Network
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/events
Chesapeake Bay, Grand Lake St. Marys, and the City of Columbus. Efforts to monitor harmful blooms, keep ... For the first time in our state’s history the open waters of western Lake Erie have been deemed ... other watersheds that have faced impairment designations and other challenges related to water pollution ...
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Harmful Algal Blooms
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/resources/watershed-management/harmful-algal-blooms
On July 7, 2011, Joe Bonnell (OSU Extension) interviewed Gail Hesse (Ohio EPA and Ohio Water ... Resources Council) about a new report released by OEPA: Harmful Algal Bloom Response Strategy. Gail explains ... how the report came about and provides an overview of the report, including agency plans for ...
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Know Your Well Water
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/know-your-well-water
Wondering if your well water is safe? A good first step is to have your water tested at ... interpretation tool) are organized by type which is often how water sample results are grouped on a laboratory ... -resources/water/drinking-water/water-testing/testing/how-to-interpret-a-water-analysis-report. ...
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Low-impact Lawn Care
water, time, and labor invested to keep lawns looking lush, well-maintained, and attractive for native ... lawn care utilizes practices like soil testing, water conservation, careful cultural practices and ... soil and use simple steps such as soil testing. Photo credit: ...
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Getting In
https://students.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/admissions/future-freshmen/getting-in
Choosing a college can seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Follow five easy steps ... community options. We will be able to keep in touch with you about other special opportunities. If admitted ... you need to complete requirements for the Professional Golf Management major). Get Credit Learn about ...
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Phosphorous
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/node/1538
Blue-Green Algae/Cyanobacteria Harmful Algal Bloom (HABs) ODH Health Assessment Fact Sheet- Pond Water ... such as transport from sewage treatment systems placed below the seasonal high water table and soils ... can increase levels of bacterial and algal activity in water. Too much phosphorus in the water can ...
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How do I recognize a healthy stream?
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/node/1465/how-do-i-recognize-healthy-stream
helps prevent stream bank erosion by slowing down flood waters and by providing roots that keep the soil ... think of a healthy stream what comes to mind is one that is clear and fast flowing. These shallow areas ... clear and fast flowing water. Slightly deeper, straighter areas, known as runs, are where water is ...
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New lab to help fight the (algae-fueled) battle of Lake Erie
https://students.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/news/new-lab-help-fight-the-algae-fueled-battle-lake-erie
nuisance algal blooms, which are unattractive and may have a negative impact on tourism and water quality, ... Cyanobacteria bloom when there is an excess of nutrients in warm water: freshwater HABs are generally caused by ... Algae and Water Quality Lab, housed in the Stone Lab Research Building and slated to open later this ...
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Conservation Easements
https://ohiowatersheds.osu.edu/resources/human-dimensions/mental-models/conservation-easements
conservation organization pay their legal bills, but they need to be sure to hire their own lawyer, who looks ... Interested landowners should contact their local soil and water conservation district as a first step. There ... A conservation easement is a legal agreement between a landowner and public or private entity, ...