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Native plants grew through peat moss on the islands for two years as they were being monitored. Photo: Olds College Agriculture and Technology/Sergei Belski

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Alberta researchers study potential of native plants to clean water in feedlot run-off

Researchers have found some native plants are effective at removing nutrients and minerals from feedlot run-off.

By Melissa Jeffers-Bezan August 13, 2025

Olds College researchers look at how native plants can help clean water in feedlot run-off ponds.