Arkansas lawmakers delay decision on rules that could limit hog farming near the Buffalo River.

Arkansas lawmakers have deferred a decision on proposed rules affecting hog farming near the Buffalo River. One rule would limit public notice of new farm permit applications to the Department of Agriculture's website alone, while another would permanently ban hog farming in the watershed. Environmental groups oppose the reduced transparency but support the ban. The decision will be reconsidered at a future meeting.

November 15, 2024
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