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Reduce Nitrogen Runoff to Prevent Algal Blooms

A new study by the Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) assessed long-term international data and found that a reduction of nitrogen inputs is essential to prevent algal blooms in the summer months. A main source for the flow of nitrogen into our water bodies is from the agricultural industry. Learn more about algal blooms and the need for federal action here.

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