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‘Wild places are worth fighting for’: Concern grows for receding South Dakota wetlands

Gary Dickson

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Sackett v. EPA has weakened federal protections for wetlands, threatening conservation efforts and accelerating habitat loss, particularly in South Dakota. Conservationists, like John Cooper, emphasize the need to incentivize wetland preservation over agricultural expansion to combat climate change and support wildlife ecosystems essential for future generations. Continue reading ‘Wild places are worth fighting for’: Concern grows for receding South Dakota wetlands

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Iowa environmental groups seek to intervene in ‘swampbuster’ lawsuit

Gary Dickson

An Iowa company is challenging federal law that prevents farming on designated wetlands, claiming it imposes unconstitutional conditions for accessing USDA benefits without compensation. Sustainable agriculture groups intervene, arguing losing the law would threaten environmental preservation and exacerbate flooding and erosion issues. The case highlights critical discussions on land use and conservation. Continue reading Iowa environmental groups seek to intervene in ‘swampbuster’ lawsuit