Do soybeans contribute to nitrate leaching to subsurface drainage tile?
In many of the watersheds that have high nitrate levels there is a significant acreage of soybeans. Benefit If Resolved: Nitrate levels in the drinking water supplies would be eliminated or reduced. Fewer nitrate alerts would be triggered. Impact If Not Resolved: The question will remain as to where is the nitrate is coming from that is contributing to the high nitrate levels in the drinking water. Availability of Assistance: Author of Needs Request: Norman L Widman Title: STATE AGRONOMIST Address: USDA-NRCS 200 N HIGH RM 522 COLUMBUS, OH 43215 Phone Number: 614-469-6932 Email Address: norm.widman@oh.nrcs.usda.
