Episode 1: Risky Water Quality in Northeast Missouri

Risky Water Quality in Northeast MissouriEpisode 1 | Host: Tiffany McCoy | Published: October 6, 2025 | Runtime: 5:34Listen to Show-Me Horticulture on Spotify & YouTubeContact DNR(573) 634-2436 or dnr.mo.gov/container-form.htmAbout This EpisodeWhat happens when a major flood leaves behind more than washed-out roads? In this episode, Tiffany McCoy digs into the growing water quality concerns in northeast Missouri — from the orphaned storage containers left behind by the 2019 floods to the ongoing pressure of farm runoff and industrial discharge. More importantly, she connects local contamination to global consequences and shares practical steps every Missourian can take today.What You'll LearnHow the 2019 Missouri floods created an ongoing water contamination crisisThe main sources of water pollution in northeast Missouri — farm runoff, factory discharge, and orphaned containersHow local water pollution connects to regional rivers, the Mississippi system, and global ocean healthThe planetary boundary concept of biogeochemical flow and why it matters to your backyardSimple household steps to reduce exposure to contaminantsHow to report orphaned flood containers to the Missouri DNRHow to get involved in local drinking water decision-makingResources Mentioned📞 Report orphaned flood containers: (573) 634-2436 or dnr.mo.gov/container-form.htmAttend local water quality meetings: call (573) 324-5451🔗 Missouri DNR Water Protection Program📄 Bowling Green Public Water Supply Annual Report🔗 EWG Tap Water DatabaseAbout Your HostTiffany McCoy is the host of Show-Me Horticulture and founder of the Show-Me Horticulture pilot farm in northeast Missouri. She is pursuing a B.S. in Sustainable Horticulture at Unity Environmental University and is passionate about connecting people to the food they grow. Every episode is rooted in real Missouri gardens, practical growing advice, and the community that makes local food so meaningful.Connect With Show-Me HorticultureEmail: [email protected] & Facebook: @ShowMeHorticulturePodcast: Spotify & YouTube — search Show-Me Horticulture📦 CSA Sign-Up: show-me-horticulture.polsia.app/#/csaIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Spotify or YouTube — it helps more Missouri gardeners find the show! 🌱