As part of his H2Ohio initiative, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced that the state will allocate about $30 million for farmers to prevent phosphorus runoff, which has led to Lake Erie algal blooms. The funding comes out of the $85 million that lawmakers designated to H2Ohio. The money would go directly to farmers who will implement best practices outlined in the governor’s initiative. Farmers in northwest Ohio can apply for funds beginning Feb. 1.
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Ohio directs $30M to farmers to fight algal blooms