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Factory Farms Face Legal Challenge | Portland News
A coalition of environmental groups has sued Oregon’s agriculture and environmental departments over a factory farm permit they say dangerously ignores water protection. Covering 300+ sites, the permit lacks sufficient monitoring and oversight, allowing large-scale farms to pollute rivers and streams with animal waste. Plaintiffs argue the state prioritizes industry profits over public water safety, while agencies defend the permit as compliant with state and federal laws. This high-stakes legal battle could reshape factory farm regulation in Oregon—and beyond. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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