This Project Grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5, under the Geographic Programs - Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (CFDA 66.469) program, provides $990,817 to the Regents of the University of Michigan to support a network of agriculture professionals. The funding will enable the University of Michigan Water Center, Graham Sustainability Institute to supply the technical resources needed for producers to implement precision nutrient management practices in the Western Lake Erie watershed. Key activities include establishing an advisory board, supporting conservation districts, recruiting and supporting private sector technical service providers, developing a shared web platform to track nutrient management plans and implementation, and increasing the capacity of technical service providers. The anticipated outcomes include enhanced collaboration, increased participation in water quality improvement activities, and reduced phosphorus levels in Michigan's tributaries to Lake Erie. The project period runs from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $990.8k | 6/16/25 |