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Wisconsin judge rejects attempt to overturn factory farm regulations
Ruling allows DNR to continue requiring pollution permits for large-scale livestock operations.
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The watchdogs: After Wisconsin landowners discover plans to spread pig manure without permission, critics call for stronger oversight
State leans on citizens to scrutinize big farms’ manure plans. Opponents fear serious environmental harm.
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The businessman: Pig farm developer gains little trust in Wisconsin town. He doesn’t particularly care.
Critics accuse a developer of disregarding local concerns in his push to construct the state’s largest pig farm. He calls himself the victim of “selfish” residents.
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Threat to sue town in Polk County over large farm regulations revives local control fight
Backed by a pro-business law group, two residents challenge regulations of concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs.
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Lawsuit aims to loosen CAFO waste restrictions in Wisconsin. Even farmers are alarmed.
The Wisconsin Farmers Union says giving CAFOs more latitude jeopardizes water quality and public health.