Researchers, patients optimistic in fight against alpha-gal syndrome
A support group and a lab in the St. Louis area provide resources for people with the allergy to mammal products — and evidence that its effects can be reversed.
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Congress approves ecosystem restoration program for lower Mississippi River
Congress has approved $40 million for ecological restoration in the lower Mississippi River — the first federal program of its kind
‘Forever Chemicals’ detected at five locations in Lower Mississippi
NEW ORLEANS — Some of the “forever chemicals” that scientists have linked to various health risks were found at five locations
Our latest stories: Road salt, queering the family farm & more
Road salt, queering the family farm, Louisiana land loss & more news from the basin
Farmers endured a rough year, but fertilizer companies cashed in
Even though some farmers could not afford the rising costs of fertilizer, the commodity’s prices have massively boosted company profits this year. One major player saw net earnings over the first nine months of 2022 jump more than 1,000% over the same time period in 2021.
Queering the family farm: Despite obstacles, LGBTQ farmers find fertile ground in Midwest
Although they go largely unrecognized and face barriers, Midwestern LGBTQ farmers persist as they reframe the image of the family farm.
We're hiring! Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk seeks part-time data journalist
The Ag & Water Desk is seeking a part-time, remote data journalist to support our coverage of water, agriculture, climate and environmental issues inside the Mississippi River basin.
The Black carp now established in parts of the Mississippi River basin
The black carp, one of four invasive species of carp in North America, has made it into the Mississippi River
Drought conditions continue to pose shipping challenges on Mississippi River, officials hopeful for winter relief
A record-breaking drought throughout the Mississippi River basin is finally beginning to ease, federal officials said Friday. Low water
Midwest river towns seek answers after 3M factory taints water with PFAS
CORDOVA, Ill. - This fall, the towns and rural farmsteads along the Mississippi River received alarming news about their drinking water.