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Proposed hog operation near Trade River resubmits full application for state permit
Cumberland LLC seeks to open facility that would house 26,000 swine in northwest Wisconsin.
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Rural St. Croix Valley town fights lawsuit over rules for factory farms
Laketown retains legal counsel to respond to challenge of new ordinance by industry group.
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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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Wisconsin business group seeks to block local large-scale livestock ordinances
Another industry lobbying organization challenges new operating rules in St. Croix River region.
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In Wisconsin, small towns want more regulations for big farms
The state’s agricultural lobby says local efforts to regulate CAFOs are illegal.
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Dairy industry seeks to ‘curb’ local rules for livestock near St. Croix River
Lobbyists ask state agency to review new ordinances targeting large-scale operations.
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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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Hog happenings: Local governments take action
Officials move to manage risks from proposed swine operations.
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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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Drinking water severely contaminated near factory farm in St. Croix County
Test results from town hall near large dairy operation show high levels of toxins.
