Nutrient loss in our waterways: the role of agriculture
Everybody has a part to play in protecting the valuable resource that is water. So what is the part of farmers? As producers of our food, fiber, and fuel, farmers are essential to our economy, our plates, and our way of life. Learn from Rachel Curry about the options farmers have to protect water quality and the challenges they face in doing so. Check out the blog post on this topic for more information. Resources: Check out Illinois Extension’s nutrient loss reduction website to learn more about nutrient loss. Saturated buffer video Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast Nutrient Loss Reduction blog A list of all approved agricultural conservation practices can be found on a recent University of Illinois Extension factsheet . Questions? We'd love to hear from you! Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu , Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu , Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our Newsletter Check out our Blog See the Everyday Environment Archives