Saturated buffers face scrutiny in Iowa pollution push
Iowa State researchers created saturated buffers to trap nitrate from fertilizer before it reaches streams. APM Reports finds most installations under Batch and Build fall short of federal standards, with limited monitoring and questions about real water quality gains amid strong agricultural support and industry influence.
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