The public is entitled to know where factory farm pollution exists. A new map makes that possible. Diane Rosenberg Published on Barn Raiser October 23, 2026 https://barnraisingmedia.com/2026-election-its-time-to-stop-a-runaway-train/ AdobeStock/Lost_in_the_Midwest Sentient Media’s new interactive manure map and report confirms that Iowa is awash in animal waste. This comprehensive tool allows Iowans to type in their address and see just how much of that waste is being produce

Dr. David Cwiertny will provide an overview of the current state of Iowa's water resources, the need for state-funded IIHR real-time water monitoring, and examples of how other states are doing a better job cleaning up their water.

The EATS/Save Our Bacon Act would nullify California Proposition 12, passed in 2018 with 63% of California voters. Prop 12 requires pork products sold – in that state only – to be raised in gestation-free crates.

Tell Senators Grassley and Ernst - No EATS/Save Our Bacon Act in Farm Bill!

What appeared to be a low hanging fruit during this year’s state legislative session – restored funding for the University of Iowa IIHR real-time nitrate water sensor program – became a major battle with Iowans on the losing end. A 2:00 am last-minute budget bill amendment diverted expected IIHR money to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources instead.

U.S. Representatives are now poised to vote on the Farm Bill and several amendments are being voted upon now.