In an exciting new partnership with Upper Sugar River Watershed Association (USRWA) and UW-Whitewater, geography students from Professor Dale Splinter’s class will be working to create an Erosion Vulnerability Assessment for Agricultural Lands (EVAAL) model for the watershed.

The EVAAL model allows USRWA to better assist farmers who are looking to limit runoff from their fields, including phosphorus.

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with Dr. Splinter and UW-Whitewater,” said Wade Moder, Executive Director of USRWA.

Developed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the EV...