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flag A judge questioned proposed settlements in the Illinois River pollution case, doubting if poultry litter limits by Tyson, Pilgrim’s Pride, and Sanderson Farms will fix long-term damage.

flag A federal judge in Tulsa, Oklahoma, voiced heightened skepticism Friday about proposed settlements in the Illinois River pollution lawsuit, questioning whether caps on poultry litter use by Tyson Foods, Pilgrim’s Pride, and Sanderson Farms would effectively address long-term environmental damage. flag The settlements, which include millions in cleanup payments and phased reductions in litter application, aim to resolve a legal battle dating to 2016 over agricultural runoff violating environmental laws. flag While the judge acknowledged the immediate funding for restoration, he raised concerns about the adequacy of the measures and their enforceability, delaying a decision as legal proceedings continue.

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