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Minnesota Asks the Public Whether Groundwater Rule Is Enough to Curb Farm Fertilizer Pollution, Following Lawsuit
Officials seek public input as critics say current rule has failed to reduce nitrate pollution.
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Emily Payne
Emily Payne is a journalist covering the intersection of food, agriculture, health and climate. Currently based in Denver, Colorado.
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