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How many manure spills is too many? St. Croix County residents scrutinize big farm’s new owner
Breeze Dairy CEO says company has nothing to hide and aims to earn a skeptical community’s trust.
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Watch: St. Croix River water quality discussion
Two experts in protecting and restoring clean water talk about recent efforts in the region.
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Wisconsin governor vetoes bill to remove local control of factory farms
Legislation would have prevented communities from passing any protections from large-scale livestock operations.
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Citizen group decries DNR decision to double dairy size
Neighbors say polluting past and their concerns were ignored in approving application.
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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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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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St. Croix Valley Food Alliance announces winter farmers’ market dates
Local farmers offer goods as well as music, coffee, and more in St. Croix Falls greenhouse.
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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.
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Forum focuses on western Wisconsin water worries
Event along Apple River covered threats to region’s water and what’s being done to protect it.
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Third-generation Pine County farmer recognized for conservation work
Randy Hinze of Pine City receives award for numerous projects to improve farm’s impact on water.
