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Large dairy makes a lot of milk and manages a lot of manure
One of the biggest farms in the St. Croix River region has taken several steps to be better stewards of soil, water, and cows.
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Meet the Minnesota Farm Families of the Year in St. Croix River region
Farms with dedication to agriculture and community recognized for contributions.
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Hog company proposes spreading manure near two St. Croix tributaries
Iowa corporation would distribute waste as fertilizer on farm fields in Trade and Wood River watersheds.
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Company applies for permit to operate ‘hog factory’ in Trade River watershed
Proposal would include tens of thousands of swine in barns, and lots of manure to spread nearby.
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Two Chisago lakes achieve clean water restoration goals
Conservation agency staff work with landowners and community partners to advance positive water quality trends.
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Rural community seeks to control fate in face of large livestock facilities
Township at heart of factory farm focus completes study and considers its options.
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Wisconsin environmental and agricultural groups will partner to push for clean water, thriving farms
New coalition will advocate for significant policy changes to protect lakes, rivers, and groundwater and support farmers.
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Lower St. Croix “One Watershed” plan approved
Two-year partnership between five Minnesota counties results in prioritized projects and new funding opportunities.
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Farmers form growing conservation group in upper St. Croix watershed
Local farmers in northwestern Wisconsin are working together to improve their operations and impacts on lakes and rivers.
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Dairy farm on St. Croix bluff earns Chisago County conservation award
More than a decade of work has helped the family farm reduce runoff into the river.