The Haskell Ag Lab invites the public to a discussion on nitrate levels in drinking water and its impact on health.
The event, “Reduce Your Risk: Taking Action on Nitrate for Healthier Homes and Communities,” will be held on March 18, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Haskell Ag Lab, 57905 866 Rd, Concord, NE.
Crystal Powers, a Water & Cropping Systems Extension Educator, will lead the discussion, addressing how nitrate ends up in your water and providing practical solutions for mitigation.
Water is essential to a healthy family. This event provides an opportunity for community members to better understand where their water comes from, the potential risks to their water, and learn how to take steps to ensure their water is safe.
Free water testing offered:
Attendees are encouraged to bring water samples for free, on-site testing provided by the Lower Elkhorn and Lewis & Clark Natural Resource Districts.
- Sample Requirements:
- Samples should be collected on the day of the event and kept refrigerated
- For those with filtration systems, please bring two samples: One collected before filtration and one after.
Registration:
This event is open to the public at no charge. Pre-registration is requested. To register, please visit: https://go.unl.edu/ryr_nitrateawareness or call (402) 584-2261.
