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Read stories connected to our Environment Program and learn how we're protecting the sources of life and livelihoods
In Illinois, Tony Bonucci turns to a ‘constructed wetland’ to reduce nutrient loss from his farm
Data is all around us, and there is value in it all — especially for agriculture
Kristin Tracz May 31, 2018
Communities are uniting to protect the region’s environment and economy
Iowa farmer Tim Smith is committed to protecting his farm’s most important asset – its soil
In Iowa, Wendy Johnson has embraced cover crops, diverse crop rotations on her organic farm
Sheldon Alberts April 26, 2018
In Wisconsin, rancher Rod Ofte practices rotational grazing to keep soil healthy, rivers clean
Plans for Mississippi River diversion project advance ahead of schedule
In rural Indiana, Ray McCormick plants cover crops – and trees – to protect farms and rivers
Sheldon Alberts March 30, 2018
In northwestern Mexico, Osvel Hinojosa opens channels for water’s return to a dry Delta