A proposed Strada blast quarry in Melancthon, Ont., sparks regional debate over water protection, farmland sustainability, and Ontario’s aggregate policy.
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Melancthon faces a new quarry fight over water, environment and farmland risks
Melancthon residents and officials oppose Strada’s proposed blast quarry, citing risks to water and farmland as debate grows before the Nov. 10 deadline
Ontario invests $3 million protecting the Lake Simcoe Watershed
Funding offsets Holland Marsh farmer adoption of innovative phosphorus reduction technology
Ontario continues to encourage farmers to adopt technologies reducing phosphorus runoff into local watersheds with a $3 million Farm Washwater Innovation and Stewardship program addressing the Lake Simcoe Watershed.