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How Octopuses Won a Fight Against Factory Farming
An octopus farm proposal sparked global uproar from animal welfare advocates, scientists and ordinary people – including one 9-year-old.
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Inside Iowa
Investigating the hidden costs of factory farming across the state
Investigation
How Corporate Agriculture Is Funding Both Sides of the Iowa Governor’s Race
Elections•9 min read
Feature
Iowa Senator Catelin Drey Knows her State’s Cancer Crisis. She’s Living it.
Health•8 min read
News
Key Iowa Swing Districts in U.S. House Could Hinge on Water Quality and Cancer Concerns
Elections•5 min read
Feature
Stretched Thin, Iowa Agency Issues Few Fines for Manure Pollution
The Department of Natural Resources division responsible for environmental oversight of 8,000 CAFOs hasn’t received a budget increase since 2016.
Climate•9 min read
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EXCLUSIVE: Iowa Officials Quietly Fast-Tracked Legal Settlement With Major Meatpacker, Environmental Group Alleges
Industry•4 min read
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