Maryland spray irrigation case could result in more controls on practices to prevent runoff pollution

A legal case involving spray irrigation has farmers raising questions over the Clean Waters Act and their responsibility for eliminating runoff pollution.

Roger McEowen with the Washburn School of Law spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on the main requirements for eliminating pollutants, the Maryland court’s recent ruling, and what producers need to keep in mind.

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“We absolutely expect to see more of these proposals similar to this or other types of action on this topic in this session and upcoming ones as well.”
“The other fruits and veggie guys, they’re just kind of a wait-and-see type of position.”