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Forecasting runoff risk and nutrient application planning with the Michigan EnviroImpact Tool
Published on March 18, 2019
Use videos, fact sheet to learn how to use the MI EnviroImpact Tool, a free decision support tool for short-term manure application planning that shows daily runoff risk across Michigan.
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Water system mapping for food safety
Published on February 20, 2019
Though not required by the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule, a water system map can be very helpful in an inspection. Here are some key features to include in a water system map.
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Registration for State of the Lake event ending soon
Published on February 15, 2019
Don’t forget to register for State of the Lake: A Tri-state Water Quality Discussion before Feb. 22 since space availability is limited.
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Water system food safety inspections
Published on February 11, 2019
There are several concerns regarding a water system inspection from a food safety perspective and compliance to the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule.
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Can medications harm my septic system?
Published on February 8, 2019
If someone in your home is taking medications for an extended period, you may want to have your septic tank pumped more often.
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Keeping herbicides out of groundwater and surface water
Published on February 8, 2019
These six field practices can protect water quality from herbicide applications.
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Water School workshop set for Feb. 27-28, 2019, in southeast Michigan; new scholarships available
Published on February 7, 2019
Elected and appointed officials from Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Livingston counties eligible for full scholarship to attend.
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Is water quality a trade-off for the benefits of no-till?
Published on January 11, 2019
Presence of macropores increases phosphorus loss via subsurface drainage.
