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Livestock groups sue to stop Wisconsin from requiring pollution permits
New lawsuit claims DNR does not have power to regulate factory farm manure spreading.
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Wisconsinites invited to participate in Conservation Congress process
Ideas invited for managing state’s natural resources.
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Input invited on Wisconsin water quality monitoring
Draft guidance includes new standards for measuring PFAS and related chemicals.
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Kinnickinnic State Park created 50 years ago by neighbors, government, and conservation groups
Effort started with local landowners determined to conserve confluence.
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Residents of northwestern Wisconsin report increasing problems with bear hunters and hounds
High-tech hunters harass and trespass.
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Neglected livestock siting rules frustrate farmers, local governments, environmental groups alike
The rules for locating livestock operations in Wisconsin haven’t been updated in 16 years, frustrating both farmers and conservationists.
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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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Wisconsin seeks input on big questions about St. Croix River fish and fishing
Annual meetings and surveys seek to include citizen views on managing popular fishery.
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Research shows economic losses to Wisconsin waters from large-scale animal farms
UW-Stout professor says manure management must be part of policy discussions.
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Wisconsin Water Week features presentations and discussions about lakes and rivers
The first ever Wisconsin Water Week will feature three days of presentations and panels on research, management options, and educational strategies.
