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Locally developed farmer-led program continues strong despite budget constraints
State supports farmers to protect local waters and improve soil health.
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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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Conservancy expands permanently protected area along Namekagon tributary
Two recent conservation easements will permanently preserve properties along Spring Lake Creek.
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Regional trails designated as units of the National Park System
Long-distance hiking paths that cross parts of St. Croix River region receive elevated status.
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Minnesota agency awards $10 million in Clean Water Fund grants
Variety of projects will reduce erosion and contamination of lakes and rivers with excess nutrients.
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Listen: River stories from the ‘We Are Water’ podcast
Stories from St. Croix 360 founder Greg Seitz and river researcher Mark Edlund are featured.
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Minnesota DNR enhances protection for turtles
Two changes that enhance protection for Minnesota’s native turtles will go into effect Jan. 1.
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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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The chairman: How a plan to develop Wisconsin’s largest pig farm upended a small town’s politics
A proposal for a $20 million concentrated animal feeding operation sowed distrust in Trade Lake as opponents accused the town’s chairman of backroom dealings to facilitate construction.
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Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District recognized as 2023 Watershed District of the Year
Agency receives statewide award for work to protect and restore water in St. Croix tributaries.
