Wisconsin agricultural and environmental groups have come together to prioritize clean water in the state's budget. The partnership includes organizations such as Clean Wisconsin, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, and Dairy Business Association, among others.
The groups have identified a set of shared goals, including improving soil health, reducing runoff pollution, and increasing funding for conservation programs. They have also emphasized the importance of collaboration between farmers, policymakers, and conservationists to achieve these goals.
One key area of focus is the state's Nonpoint Source Pollution Abatement Program, which provides funding for conservation practices that help reduce water pollution from nonpoint sources such as runoff from agricultural fields. The groups are advocating for increased funding for this program in the state's budget, as well as for other conservation initiatives that can help protect Wisconsin's water resources.
The collaboration between agricultural and environmental groups is seen as a positive step towards finding common ground and addressing the complex challenges facing Wisconsin's water resources. By working together, these groups hope to promote sustainable farming practices while protecting the state's natural environment.
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Categories: Wisconsin, Sustainable Agriculture