Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, are microscopic organisms frequently found in aquaculture ponds in the southeastern United St...
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In January 2020, Alabama Water Watch (AWW), in partnership with the USDA Forest Service (USFS), officially launched a new water quality ...
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Low-cost salt mixtures can serve as an alternative to commercial sea salts during the low-salinity acclimation process of Pacific white shri...
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Catfish farming is an important industry for the economy of Alabama. Success requires diagnosis and treatment of the diseases that a...
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The shorelines of lakes, ponds, and rivers are valuable to people and wildlife. However, the qualities that make them attractive to wildlife...
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Waterborne illness because of drinking untreated water can be a product of both municipal and private water systems. While awareness of drin...
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Understanding water quantity in a well is important because well yield is related to withdrawal rates, well-depth, and groundwater replenish...
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Walk through your yard and identify potential locations. Note any strong slopes or low spots. It is helpful to watch water...
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Defining Rain Garden Boundaries
The first step is to outline (with string or spray paint) the parameter of your rain garden. This...
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A significant amount of water in the water cycle is hidden from day-to-day existence in the ground below people's feet. However, it is only ...
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There may be several instances where a landowner needs to decommission a private water well on their property. Taking the time to properly d...
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Drinking water sourced from private water wells is widely used across the United States. Private water wells provide water for urban environ...
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