date:Jul 16, 2013
ural Water Quality Certification Program is the first of its kind in the nation and is the product of a state-federal memorandum of understanding signed by Gov. Dayton, Secretary Vilsack and former EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson.
Under the certification program, farmers who implement and maintain approved conservation plans will be certified and therefore assured that their operations meet water quality goals and standards for the term of the certification agreement, which lasts up to 10 years.