EPA, USDA Roll Out Expanded Water Quality Trading can mean a better bottom line for farmers and ranchers

Farm Futures: "EPA is committed to finding collaborative solutions that protect and restore our nation's waterways and the health of the communities that depend on them," said EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy. "We're excited about partnering with USDA to expand support for water quality trading, which shows that environmental improvements can mean a better bottom line for farmers and ranchers."

Cost savings and other economic incentives are key motivators for parties engaged in trading, the agencies said, noting that water quality trading can also provide additional environmental and economic benefits, such as air quality improvements, enhanced wildlife habitat, carbon capture and storage, and new income and employment opportunities.

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