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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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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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Meet the Minnesota Farm Families of the Year in St. Croix River region
Farms with dedication to agriculture and community recognized for contributions.
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Two Chisago lakes achieve clean water restoration goals
Conservation agency staff work with landowners and community partners to advance positive water quality trends.
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Dairy farm on St. Croix bluff earns Chisago County conservation award
More than a decade of work has helped the family farm reduce runoff into the river.
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Wisconsin law would limit local control of large factory farms
Legislators seek to give state agency the power to decide where new livestock facilities are located.
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Future of farming is next talk in St. Croix Valley speaker series
University of Minnesota scientist will share work to develop new crops and agriculture systems to protect soil and water.
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Public input invited on Wisconsin livestock farm rules
Comment period open on proposed changes to state regulations about where animal facilities may be located and how they may be operated.
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What does CAFO oversight look like in Wisconsin and who pays for it?
As large livestock farms proliferate (including a new proposal in the St. Croix River watershed), the state wrestles with how to fund inspections and regulation.
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Stillwater farmers find balance between growing food and St. Croix stewardship
Axdahl Farms restore land to improve productivity and reduce runoff into the river.
