Firms will get a share of £360,000 to develop technology to target blue-green algae in waterways.

Almost half of the fields in NI have been tested so far, as part of the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme.

BH Estates were part of a competition to develop a solution for removing excess phosphorus in slurry.

Space technology is to be harnessed to predict and monitor blue-green algae in Lough Neagh.

Five groups are awarded a share of £450,000 to develop ways of dealing with the blue-green algae issue.

Very little is known about the effect of the cyanobacteria on wildlife.

One scientist, who's been studying blue-green algae, says little is known about its affect on wildlife.

People in areas such as Magherafelt, Castledawson, Draperstown, Ballinderry and Cookstown have reported issues.