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Hills and ValleysFly Ash Storage in TN failed during floodingBy borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Since Dairyland Power has decided against siting an ash landfill in Vernon County, this might seem like yesterday's news, but maybe not. As UppityWis reported, there has been a major failure of a Tennessee ash storage facility that has polluted downstream areas with an polluting sludge. Activists here had concerns about possible failures during flood events, and Tennessee is a case making the unfortunate point.
[And more from Macastat] Visits to Organic Farms--the new way to connectBy borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Eco tourism can be a helpful supplement to marginal incomes in rural areas, and there is an umbrella group trying to connect those who want to spend time on an organic farm, and those who are willing to offer the opportunity. What has been available by word of mouth, or through small organizations, has now been taken on as a world-wide project by an organization known as WWOOF--reported by this Scientific American article. To get access to the opportunities available they require a membership, which at the moment is handled by snail mail? It sounds like they are trying to fix this situation, but for those wanting to be a farm on offer, or someone who seeks an extended visit, it might be worth the effort and old-fashioned wait.
Another website OrganicVolunteers.com has a directory that seems to be part of the WWOOF effort. These sites will provide a start for anyone interested. h/t to snowdeal for the tweet. Public Comments Needed on National Organic Program (NOP) - Access to Pasture (Livestock)By borges, Section Hills and Valleys
 CORNUCOPIA, WI: Some organic policy experts are asking the USDA to separate new regulations addressing the management of organic beef cattle and organic dairy cows when their final rule comes out updating the organic livestock standards.After many years of wrangling in Washington, in response to an ongoing controversy over giant factory farms, each milking thousands of cows each and labeling their suspect milk as "organic," the USDA published a proposed draft rule attempting to constrain factory farming scofflaws. The proposed rule is open for public comment through this coming Tuesday. Public comments on the current USDA draft rules can be submitted, through December 23rd, by visiting: Regulations.gov. Citizens who have already communicated their comments should know that they can also submit updates or additional points as long as they do so before the end of the public comment period. Much more of the press release in the full story...and more on this at the Cornucopia website (1744 words in story) Full Story Kathleen Vinehout Stepping Up On Manure and EnergyBy borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Kathleen Vinehout, State Senate Democrat, is taking a positive stand on the use of manure for energy production. She makes the case over on UppityWis.org and in a nutshell she says, we have a lot of cows (and more coming to a town near you,) and the technology is to the point we can make it happen in Wisconsin--even for smaller producers.
She ends with an invitation:
If you like the idea or would like more
State Senator Kathleen Vinehout Maybe let Dan Kapanke, Senate Republican from our district, know that Vinehout has it right. Forestry Hike December 13By borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Forest Management will be explored on a hike in the woods south of Hillsboro on Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 am. The event is sponsored by the Kickapoo Woods Cooperative, a landowner group offering forestry and education services to woodland owners. It will take place at the property of Kathy and Hans Morsbach, who purchased the land in 1972 and have planted new stands as both saplings and seed.
Morsbach planted his first walnut plantation in 1978, using nursery stock. He later decided to try it nature's way, and planted walnuts and acorns, one stand about 20 years ago and another more recently. The group will visit these plantings to observe their progress. More in the full story... (436 words in story) Full Story Coal Plant Proposal Rejected for First Time in Wisconsin HistoryBy Tom Wilson, Section Hills and Valleys
Madison, Wis - Wisconsin regulators rejected a proposal to build a conventional coal plant for the first time in state history today when the Public Service Commission voted unanimously to reject Alliant Energy's highly controversial $1.26 billion coal plant on the shores of the Mississippi River in Cassville, Wisconsin.
(344 words in story) Full Story Session on Livestock Siting--Nov. 13thBy borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Thurs. November 13th: Learn all about it! Michael Murray from the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will serve on a lively panel discussion with Jamie Saul from Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) to discuss the controversial LIVESTOCK SITING LAW. This meeting is for anyone interested in learning about the new siting standards and its relevance to our community and local governments. This event will be especially useful for Land Use Planning and Zoning Committees. The public presentation is scheduled for 7:00PM at the Seneca Town Hall, 21041 Town Hall Rd. and is cosponsored by Crawford Stewardship Project and Valley Stewardship Network.
Kickapoo Green Builders Meeting with Tom WilsonBy borges, Section Hills and Valleys
Kickapoo Green Builders Quarterly Meeting is set for Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00pm.
WHERE: Firehouse Restaurant For those who don't know him, Tom Wilson is a Building Performance Specialist with Residential Energy Services and Home Remedies. He's been inspecting homes and providing sustainable solutions since 1974. His practice emphasizes upgrading existing homes for improved thermal performance, health, safety, comfort, durability, affordability and energy efficiency. In addition he has co-authored several books and numerous magazine articles, trained hundreds of contractors and made conference presentations all across the nation. This event is open to the public and admission is free. If you haven't done so, please bookmark the website for more information, member pages, as well as ongoing announcements of upcoming events.
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