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Environmental groups sue EPA over factory farm water pollution
Lawsuit seeks to expand and strengthen industry regulation under the Clean Water Act.
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Company proposes slightly scaled-back hog facility near Trade River
By reducing number of animals and increasing cage size, Cumberland says it will comply with new standards.
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Large dairy operation in Willow River watershed seeks to renew permit
Public hearing on May 18 for plans to manage 1,600 cows and the manure they produce.
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EPA agrees to study pollution caused by large-scale livestock farms
Federal environmental agency will review risks, solutions, and current regulations.
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Proposed hog facility denied again due to incomplete information
DNR rejects permit request over missing details about where manure will be spread.
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Proposed hog operation near St. Croix tributary sees major setback
DNR rejects request to revise manure management and says company must reapply for permits.
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Hog facility opponents seek signatures for petition asking EPA to review Trade River proposal
Concerned citizens are invited to sign request for federal agency to analyze possible risks to river and more.
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Contest seeks slogan for billboard opposed to large-scale livestock operations
Group working along St. Croix River tributary also offers update on CAFO application.
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Rural community rebuffs challenge to livestock rules
Wisconsin town’s supervisors reject industry claims and retains legal counsel.
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Dairy production facility fined for polluting St. Croix River tributary
State lawyers announce settlement for 2019 incident that contaminated trout stream in Willow River watershed.
