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Since before the Revolutionary War, agriculture has dominated Pennsylvania’s economy
June 3, 2021A new report shows that despite a decline in farms, agriculture is still big business
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Three scoops of pollution reduction
April 20, 2021Turkey Hill Dairy engages Pennsylvania dairy farmers to keep local waters clean
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Twenty years later, the restoration efforts on a New York farm help secure its future
January 7, 2021The Otsego County Soil and Water Conservation District goes virtual to tour impactful conservation practices
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Wastewater treatment plant upgrades help reduce nitrogen pollution entering the Bay
August 7, 2020Sediment pollution also declines, thanks in part to the efforts of our farmers
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A cocktail of contaminants in Chesapeake waters
June 12, 2020A new report reviews emerging and existing contaminants of concern for waterways and fisheries
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Fencing out manure pollution
March 11, 2020Virginia passes legislation with the goal of keeping cattle out of streams
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A growing dairy looks to the future
November 14, 2019Fair Hill Farm has grown in size and its commitment to stewardship
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Harvesting the rain
October 3, 2019Combat pollution at home by collecting your own rain water
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Creating incentives for conservation and land use
September 27, 2019Future land preservation and sustainable growth plans can benefit watershed jurisdictions
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