AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWater Quality Funding: The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality is accepting proposals for FY 2027 Section 319 Nonpoint Source Pollution Management grants, supporting voluntary, locally led projects to cut runoff pollution that washes soil, nutrients and bacteria into rivers and lakes. Toxic Algae Watch: With hot, dry conditions, North Dakota producers and residents are being urged to monitor for cyanobacteria/blue-green algae blooms, since warm water and excess nutrients can create harmful toxins for livestock, wildlife and people. Anthrax Risk for Herds: NDSU Extension is warning cattle producers to stay alert for anthrax as weather patterns shift again—dry spells can help spores persist, while rainfall can disturb soil and expose grazing animals. Wildlife & Habitat Policy: South Dakota groups are criticizing a federal Endangered Species Act rule change that narrows what counts as “harm,” arguing it could open more habitat to development and increase species loss. Outdoor Recreation Safety: North Dakota Game and Fish is reminding anglers and boaters to prioritize safety, citing past boating accident and fatality records, including alcohol- and drug-related deaths. Local Nature Access: Bramble Park Zoo is offering free admission Thursday, with new wolf pups among the highlights.
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