Heavier Rains and Manure Mean More Algae Blooms

An algae bloom began to spread across Lake Mendota on June 6, 2018, prompting beach closures in affected areas. Photo By: Carrie Eaton

A recent UW–Madison study shows that the increased frequency of high-intensity rain events is worsening phosphorus runoff from manure-covered agricultural fields more than scientists expected.

To learn more about a new effort aims to address this problem in Dane County, read the full article on the UW-Madison news page here.

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