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Spill reveals hidden hog waste disaster near MacGregor
The four million litres spilled from an above ground hog waste tank near MacGregor during a three week concealment period raises questions about government disclosure. Officials say the 1997 tank was never inspected and the event prompted scrutiny of inspections and new regulations for intensive livestock operations. The piece urges Manitobans to question trust in authorities and consider local impact before province wide decisions on development plans.
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Winnipeg Free Press
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Farmers Independent Weekly
Cliff Lee
Department of Conservation
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