Voluntary Is Not Enough: States Need to Intervene to Address Nitrogen Pollution
September 12, 2025
September 12, 2025
NEW YORK, Sept. 12 [Category: Environment] -- The Natural Resources Defense Council posted the following news release:
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Voluntary Is Not Enough: States Need to Intervene to Address Nitrogen Pollution
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For decades, states have relied on voluntary programs to curb nitrogen pollution from croplands, arising from the overapplication of fertilizer. These programs rely on farmers to take the lead in adopting on-farm practices or solutions that . . .
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Voluntary Is Not Enough: States Need to Intervene to Address Nitrogen Pollution
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For decades, states have relied on voluntary programs to curb nitrogen pollution from croplands, arising from the overapplication of fertilizer. These programs rely on farmers to take the lead in adopting on-farm practices or solutions that . . .