Green Acre Radio: Regulation of lawn chemical could save money
Green Acre Radio: Less phosphorous would help the state during a budget crisis and protect state waters, according to sponsors of a bill in the Washington state legislature.
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Green Acre Radio: Less phosphorous would help the state during a budget crisis and protect state waters, according to sponsors of a bill in the Washington state legislature.
As a part owner of the Spokane Indians baseball team, State Rep. Andy Billig knows about the importance of growing grass. But he is prime sponsor of a bill to regulate the sale of phosphorous in lawn fertilizer, a measure that proponents believe will protect the environment and save the public money.
Martha Baskin is an environmental reporter, whose work on the subject began with a project for the King Conservation District. Green Acre Radio was born shortly afterward. Her work is currently suppor
Martha Baskin is an environmental reporter, whose work on the subject began with a project for the King Conservation District. Green Acre Radio was born shortly afterward. Her work is currently suppor