Agribusiness Wisconsin agency tasked with industrial farm permits plagued by low-staffing levels The ratio of CAFO permits to staff charged with oversight hits its highest peak ever. By John McCracken, Investigate Midwest / 11 Mar 2026
Environment With Lee Zeldin tapped to head EPA, President Trump sets the stage for regulatory rollbacks During his second term, Trump is expected to ease regulations on water protections, agricultural emissions, and industrial pollution. With federal oversight potentially shrinking, the spotlight shifts to state laws and environmental advocacy. By Mónica Cordero, Investigate Midwest / 23 Jan 2025
