Assessing nitrate levels commercially is an expensive process that uses proprietary instruments and toxic reagents such as cadmium. But [Joshua Pearce] has recently developed an open-source ...

(Nebraska Examiner) - As part of a statewide study of nitrate pollution in Nebraska aquifers, the state is asking owners of private drinking water wells to conduct a free test of their water.

Monica Samayoa / OPB The state claimed early success in its effort to test all domestic wells in the Lower Umatilla Basin for nitrates. But one Eastern Oregon nonprofit says the accomplishment is ...

VAN BUREN COUNTY, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - Van Buren County residents worried about their well water can have it tested for nitrates this week. Starting Monday, The Van Buren Conservation District ...

State agencies involved will continue to test wells in the region beyond September. Homes that tested at elevated nitrate levels will receive additional testing throughout the year. Water ...

They're looking for nitrates and nitrites ... Blyveis says she’d be happy to test your water anyway.

“If they do test their water supply and find elevated levels of nitrate, it’s up to them if they want to treat their water, to get it down to safe levels.” She also believes the state needs ...