The ag sector is keeping a close eye on EPA rollbacks and deregulation of a number of policies, including clean water management.
Many are now speculating if potential shifts might put more responsibilities on farmers.
Water and sustainability expert, Rich Razgaitis spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on what producers need to keep in mind, rolled-back water protections, and common chemicals that farmers should be concerned about.
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Ohio Farm Bureau’s Evan Callicoat says the proposal would have allowed a general permit for data center companies rather than reviewing projects individually.
The department is making $35 million available to help reduce feral swine populations through trapping, restoration and landowner assistance.
Persistent drought and weak market conditions are forcing growers to rethink long-standing practices.
Evan Callicoat with the Ohio Farm Bureau discusses data center development in rural Ohio, the state’s wastewater permitting decision, and what it could mean for agricultural communities.
Data Center Development Creates New Opportunities for Farmers, but Experts Urge Careful Negotiations
The growth of AI-driven data centers is creating new opportunities for rural landowners while raising questions about farmland use, water demand, electricity costs, and community impacts.
EarthDaily’s Nick Ohrtman says the technology gives producers a broader perspective on crop performance.
