Mississippi River
-
August 11, 2023With the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project, the state is rebuilding wetlands to help keep up with rising sea levels and protect coastal communities -
March 22, 2023Environment Program Director Moira Mcdonald discusses the important role sustainable agriculture must play in ensuring healthier rivers and oceans. -
September 23, 2022Innovation and collaboration in America’s agricultural heartland are protecting the environment – and the future of rural communities -
April 21, 2022The foundation’s Environment Program leaders discuss the threats posed by climate change – and the actions we can take to turn the tide -
October 21, 2021The Walton Family Foundation is working to improve water health and help nature and people thrive in the Mississippi River Basin -
October 12, 2021By engaging communities, working with nature and focusing on innovation, we can find lasting solutions to the environmental threats of climate change -
September 2, 2021Interactive maps highlight impacts on surface water and groundwater in Upper Mississippi River Basin -
August 24, 2021Informing farmers on issues like soil loss and water quality supports a healthier agricultural future -
April 20, 2021Amid the perils of climate change, we need journalists telling the story of its impact on our communities -
March 5, 2021Army Corps of Engineers Study Highlights Significant Benefits of Mid Barataria Sediment Diversion for Rebuilding Coastal Wetlands -
January 13, 2021Declining diversity of production, assets, suppliers and markets is leading to increased economic and environmental risks for farmers and consumers -
October 28, 2020Environment Program Director Moira Mcdonald digs into results of our new poll on climate and water -
July 8, 2020National Fish and Wildlife Foundation-led public-private partnership leverages $1.25 million grant for nearly $30 million impact
-
March 10, 2020I work in conservation to help Midwestern farming communities – including the one where I grew up. -
February 3, 2020Policymakers must give farmers the tools they need to lead the climate fight. -
November 6, 2019For Iowa farmer Mitchell Hora, cover crops hold the key to healthier, more resilient soil and higher corn and soybean yields even in years with heavy rains or drought.