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The History of Aquatic Weed Harvesters and Their Role in Waterway Management

Steam Powered Aquatic Weed Harvester
Little thought is given to aquatic weeds unless you live or recreate on the worlds waterways.  The aquatic plant harvester industry has grown in response to those concerns. With Pictures of steam powered cutter boats dating back to the late 1890’s, we know that excessive plant growth has been a problem for a long time. 
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Seaweeds or Sea Vegetables?

Macrophytes – the rooted aquatic plants
According to the dictionary, a weed is a plant considered undesirable, unattractive, or troublesome, especially one growing where it is not wanted.  So while most aquatic plants are pegged as “seaweeds” the Japanese refer to them as sea vegetables. Many of the aquatic plants are of great value for both the ecological system in which
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Blue-Green Algae Blooms and Their Impact on Lakes and Wildlife

Toxic Blue-Green Algae
Blue-green algae, technically known as cyanobacteria, are microscopic organisms that are naturally present in lakes and streams.  Typically present at low number, blue-green algae can quickly become abundant in warm, shallow, undisturbed surface water rich in nutrients like phosphorous and nitrogen. Some blue-green algae produce toxins that could pose a health risk to people and
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EPA Announces $1.8 Million in Urban Waters Grants for Waterway Restoration

The girl learns to wakesurf on the river in the park under the guidance of a coach on a boat. Saint Petersburg.
Release Date: 12/07/2011 Contact Information: Enesta Jones, jones.enesta@epa.gov, 202-564-7873, 202-564-4355; En español: Lina Younes, younes.lina@epa.gov, 202-564-9924, 202-564-4355 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced it will provide up to $1.8 million for projects across the country to protect Americans’ health and help restore urban waters by improving water quality and supporting community
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