NASM Management for Southern Ontario
Plastic, by design, is durable and non-biodegradable. It is these specific characteristics that make plastic waste products a danger to the environment, especially microplastics, as they will not easily disappear over time. It is a persistent condition that is being addressed by recycling and the use of plastic alternatives today. However, aside from recyclable single-use […]
Biosolids and inorganic fertilizers have both been a boon for the agricultural industry because they are able to bump up crop output and increase food production. But nutrient runoff from farmlands treated with fertilizers can have a devastating effect on surface water in nearby areas because of the risk of algal blooms. Researchers from the […]
Every year, forecasts are released detailing the formation of so called “dead zones” or areas with severe algal blooms in the Gulf of Mexico, the Chesapeake Bay, and Lake Erie. This data is collected by universities, research institutions, and government agencies to provide a report on the health of these critically important bodies of water. […]
With the exponential growth of human population around the world, the environment has been going through detrimental changes that will have lasting effects for many generations. Dwindling fossil fuel sources, an ever-expanding carbon emissions footprint, and the large volumes of waste byproducts has made a significant impact on the ecology. New research is currently being […]
The future of food production has increasingly become reliant on the sustainable and natural nutrients provided by biosolids farm fertilizers. Biosolids, which come from sewage effluent, are an abundant source of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus that are key in crop growth. This method of reprocessing waste into usable products is the essence of […]
For over a century, the use of microorganisms for wastewater treatment systems has been the largest application of biotechnology in the world. Activated microbiomes have been used to process sludge in municipal wastewater treatment systems before being returned to the environment. To date, there has been no information on the global impact of these microbiomes […]
Farms have to contend with a variety of issues to keep their environment healthy and sustainable. Disposing of waste products can be challenging, especially due to residuals left behind by plants and animals. But a few researchers in Europe are looking into turning common farm waste, such as chicken feathers, cow dung and plant stalks, […]
Is it possible for sewage sludge fertilizer, otherwise known as biosolids, to help reduce toxic chemicals in agricultural soil? We explore a new study that proves that it is. Vegetables are important part of a healthy diet and are a good source of nutrients, such as potassium, folate (folic acid) and vitamins A and C. […]
The processing of biosolids from wastewater treatment plants have resulted in the production of affordable organic fertilizer which can be used in agriculture to revitalize nutrient deficient soils. Instead of ending up in landfills, biosolids have given farmers a cheap and environment-friendly source of organic fertilizer. Through the years, the process of biosolids production has […]
The idea of producing biofertilizers through wastewater treatment is nothing new. A Chicago-based brewing company, however, is trying to replicate the process to not only save money but also save the environment. Muntons Malted Ingredients Inc. is not only the creator of the “Great British Malt”, but also produces ingredients for brewing and baking, as […]