Soil Conservation Service celebrates 50 years in Wisconsin
The Soil Conservation Service marks its first half century in Wisconsin with an anniversary event. A looming federal budget proposal threatens to virtually eliminate SCS field services and cut personnel by over half, though State Conservationalist Cliff Maguire doubts cuts will be as drastic as first outlined. He expects some reductions but notes support will be needed to maintain technical assistance.
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SCS celebrates 50 years amid erosion challenges
Mr. Maguire stresses ongoing heavy workload for soil conservation staff as erosion worsens in Wisconsin. He notes shifts from gully erosion to sheet and rill erosion on cropland, with many farms plowing alfalfa strips. State losses include 79 million tons yearly. debate over federal budget cuts and SCS funding rages in Washington. Saturday open house and banquet marked the anniversary.
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Muggy debate over migrant worker lavatories in state
The Green Bay hearing on a proposed state statute would require migrant workers to have toilets and handwashing facilities at a ratio of one per 20 workers, within a quarter mile of worksites, with privacy doors and readily accessible drinking water. Opponents cite costs for farmers and travel distances, while supporters note health standards. further hearings are planned in Fond du Lac and Madison with details on dates and venues.
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