Tag: Lake Erie
Kasich underestimates Ohio’s farmers
Reporter Chris Kick says the governor should have worked with farmers instead of issuing an executive order.
Replaced commission members would have voted against Kasich’s order
Both outgoing members of the Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission would have voted against Gov. Kasich's executive order, if given the chance.
Farmers and fertilizer reps study nutrient management
Farmers and fertilizer reps held the 4R Technology field day to review the latest in nutrient management science and equipment.
Ohio group says more is needed before acting on Kasich order
The Ohio Soil and Water Commission decided to gather more information before declaring eight Ohio watersheds distressed.
Lake Erie algal forecast less severe
This year's Lake Erie harmful algal bloom is forecast to be smaller than last year, but is still of concern.
Breaking: Kasich signs Lake Erie executive order
Ohio Gov. John Kasich plans to target specific Lake Erie watersheds through an executive order.
Ohio Senate passes Clean Lake 2020 plan, awaits House vote
The Clean Lake 2020 Plan would allocate up to $36 million in funding for water quality programs.
Ohio lawmakers review fertilizer bill
Members of the House and Senate agriculture committees held a joint meeting June 5 at the Statehouse, to review the effects of Ohio’s nutrient law (S.B. 1).
Cumulative phosphorus load triggers algal bloom
Water quality in the western portion of Lake Erie has been declining for two decades.
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.
