The growth in large dairies, and concerns about manure disposal from operations of all sizes, have fueled efforts to more tightly regulate their operations or siting. Here’s a partial roundup.
Tag: surface water
Posted inEnvironment, Health & Welfare, Murky Waters, Water Watch Wisconsin
All about algal blooms
How to spot them, what to do if you do, and signs of illness.
Posted inEnvironment, Health & Welfare, Murky Waters, Water Watch Wisconsin
Lake experiments explore roles of fish, computers, alum and more
The Yahara watershed is crawling with scientists who keep trying new ways to clean up the lakes.
Posted inEnvironment, Government
Mega-dairy’s growth plans hotly debated
A four-day hearing on challenges to the expansion of a Kewaunee County mega-dairy illustrated deep divisions, ranging from neighbors who shared fears of polluted wells and illness to fertilizer and feed dealers who showed up to express their support of big farms.
Posted inEnvironment, Government, Water Watch Wisconsin
Disputed expansion of dairy watched for statewide impact
In a Green Bay hearing beginning Tuesday, a controversial attempt to expand a dairy farm set to become the fifth largest in Wisconsin will be challenged in a case that could have a far-reaching impact on how Wisconsin regulates industrial-size livestock farms.
Posted inEndocrine disruptors, Environment
The hunt for endocrine disruptors
Minnesota researchers have found endocrine disruptors in nearly every lake they’ve tested.