Partnership News
Read the latest updates and news stories from the Chesapeake Bay Program.
James River scores “C” on latest report card
October 24, 2013Sediment pollution overshadows progress in treating wastewater and curbing nutrients.
Read storyStriped bass reproduction is up in the Chesapeake Bay
October 23, 2013Young-of-the-year rockfish have rebounded in Maryland and Virginia waters.
Read storyMaryland partners plant more than one billion oysters in the Bay
October 21, 2013More than half of this season’s spat went into an oyster sanctuary on the Eastern Shore.
Read storyChesapeake Bay dead zone measures near average in 2013
October 18, 2013Scientists attribute the dead zone’s volume to nutrient pollution.
Read storyChesapeake Forest Champions celebrated for conserving critical habitat
October 17, 2013Four winners were honored at the Chesapeake Watershed Forum.
Read storyLag-times call for patience in awaiting restoration results
September 25, 2013Conservation practices put in place now could take days or even decades to impact water quality.
Read storyDenser grass beds hold more blue crabs
September 18, 2013New research suggests higher-quality grass habitat could boost Chesapeake Bay blue crab populations.
Read storyScientists predict smaller than average dead zone for Chesapeake Bay
June 19, 2013Low spring nutrient loads should lead to improved water quality this summer.
Read storyChemical contaminants persist across Chesapeake Bay watershed
January 22, 2013PCBs and mercury are among the most widespread toxins in our waterways, according to a new report.
Read storyFisheries commission limits menhaden harvest
December 17, 2012The controversial decision is meant to protect the critical species from continued overfishing.
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