Success Stories By MajorProgram FY2025Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





Digging Deeper: Recommendations for Better Lawn and Environment Health

Author: Sharon Flynt

Major Program: Soil testing

Describe the Issue or Situation.Excess or improperly applied fertilizer is carried through stormwater runoff to creaks, streams, lakes, and rivers and contributes to nutrient pollution. Excess phosphorus promotes rapid and over abundant algae growth in freshwater, which in turn can disrupt ecosystems and negatively impact wildlife, water recreation and the health of people and pets. Run-Off Pollution From Lawns is increasing each year as more housing is being built and more  residents

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