Option

Encourage farmers to help manage stormwater runoff. For example, farmers can increase soil organic matter for better drainage, shift production to more highly drained soils and install tile drains.

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Multiple or All Hazards

Water Quality

Flooding – General

Assets

Agriculture and Food Supply

Water Infrastructure – Stormwater

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