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POSTS
November 16, 2022
Could the Mississippi River refill the Southwest's freshwater reserves? A recent study says the idea of a diversion pipeline doesn't hold water. Read more
November 16, 2022
The excitement around pea protein business PURIS can show us the path forward for clean-water crops and continuous living cover. Read more
December 21, 2022
In Minnesota, 100,000 homes still have lead service lines. It's long past time for decision-makers to prioritize a fix. Read more
October 17, 2022
The Walz administration's recently released Climate Action Framework is laudable. Now it's time to translate the framework into action. Read more
December 11, 2018
The National Eagle Center considers lead to be the biggest current threat to bald eagles — and these tragedies are entirely preventable. Read more
September 21, 2022
What should you do with fallen leaves? And is fall a good time to fertilize the lawn? Read more
September 13, 2022
Congress is set to reauthorize this industry-shaping legislation in 2023. Read more
November 18, 2022
These emerging crops can help heal the river while also supporting farmers and rural communities. Read more
August 16, 2022
The life-smothering "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico is smaller than scientists had forecast earlier in 2022, but remains significantly large. Read more
August 14, 2022
By now, you've seen the headlines: A stunning compromise on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will invest nearly $370 billion in new spending on climate change and energy security programs over the next 10 years. What does this mean for the river? Read more
