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Farmers partner with conservation district to reduce runoff into Kettle River tributary
Moose Lake farm works toward state water certification by collaborating with local agency to make numerous improvements.
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Second western Wisconsin county pauses factory farm proposals
Polk County enacts six-month moratorium on hog CAFOs while studying threats and possible protections.
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Proposed large-scale hog farm near St. Croix tributary hits hurdle
Burnett County enacts one-year moratorium on new facilities to study issue and determine if more protections are needed.
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What does CAFO oversight look like in Wisconsin and who pays for it?
As large livestock farms proliferate (including a new proposal in the St. Croix River watershed), the state wrestles with how to fund inspections and regulation.
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Guest editorial: Pearls before swine
St. Croix River advocate says a proposed hog farm in Burnett County, Wis. would harm clean water, other natural resources, and the community.
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Proposed hog farm causes concerns for neighbors and the St. Croix River
Application for first facility of its kind in the region is met with worries about manure, smell, pollution, and other impacts.
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Farmer and conservation group work together to protect St. Croix River bluff
Unique partnership ensures river scenery will be preserved, a hiking trail will be possible, and a farmer will continue working the land.
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Stillwater farmers find balance between growing food and St. Croix stewardship
Axdahl Farms restore land to improve productivity and reduce runoff into the river.
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Harvesting rain: Farmer group helps protect St. Croix River watershed, inspires additional action
Innovative initiative effort seeks to reduce agricultural runoff by letting farmers do what they do best.
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Paul and Chris Burkhouse: Caring for soil and people
Foxtail Farm in Osceola has been growing food locally – while keeping land and water healthy – for twenty years.
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