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On one side of the screen nitrate and phosphate pollution. On the other the amount of derogation farms. A picture says a thousand words. #SaveLadysIslandLake
November 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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"Grass-based systems on free draining soil one of the main drivers of nitrate pollution" @elainemcgoff.bsky.social

Cautions about the efficacy of buffer zones because the nitrate is going straight down into the soil. Useful for other issues, but not for nitrogen.
November 17, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Lough Carra Life Project Manager Ann Marie Meaney hits the nail on the head here 👇

Imagine what could be achieved for rivers and lakes across Ireland with more investment in water quality.
October 29, 2025 at 9:57 AM