Agriculture has played an important role in Minnesota’s history and will undoubtedly be a critical part of Minnesota’s future – Minnesota is one of the states for crop production in the country. Unfortunately, there are environmental challenges associated with Minnesota’s role in providing food and fiber for the world.
Greening the Farm Landscape
Cover crops are an essential tool in protecting water quality while simultaneously offering a host of benefits to farmers.
Changing the Landscape
Federal law has mandated American refineries to mix increasing amounts of corn-based ethanol into gasoline since 2007. However, the environmental impacts of the “corn boom” may be outweighing the benefits of the biofuel.
Minnesota’s Buffer Bill: We Need More “Roots on the Ground”
One of the greatest threats to the quality and health of Minnesota’s rivers, lakes, and streams comes in the form of excess chemicals, fertilizers, and sediment from irresponsible agricultural practices.
The Problem with Corporate Industrial Agriculture and Minnesota’s Water
One of the greatest threats to the quality and health of Minnesota’s rivers, lakes, streams, and drinking water sources is excess chemicals, fertil
