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.

Mississippi River mayors help cities navigate rising data center interest

More than three-quarters of member cities in a Mississippi River coalition have been approached to host AI infrastructure.

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A reporting trip to the bog

The surprising climate impacts of sphagnum moss

Ag & Water Desk Feb 12, 2025

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Environmental changes under Trump

Covering the environmental impacts of the Trump administration

Ag & Water Desk Feb 5, 2025

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A policy deep dive inside the latest Water Resources Development Act

Exploring the intricacies of the latest Water Resources Development Act (WRDA)

Ag & Water Desk Jan 29, 2025

What's in a name?

Exploring 'Certified Naturally Grown' with Desk reporter Harshawn Ratanpal

Ag & Water Desk Jan 22, 2025

Weathering the weather

Some interesting angles on extreme cold and heat across the basin

Ag & Water Desk Jan 15, 2025

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Lessons from Nature

Mock beaver dams for wetlands and floodplain forest restoration

Ag & Water Desk Jan 8, 2025

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The Ag & Water Desk, Wrapped

Our favorite stories from the year, and what's ahead in 2025!

Ag & Water Desk Dec 30, 2024

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Help us help communities across the region

With so many worthy nonprofits asking for support, making choices is hard. But what if one gift could strengthen all the things you care about?

Ag & Water Desk Dec 27, 2024

A holiday reading list from the Desk

Catch up on your river history and learn more about the Basin

Ag & Water Desk Dec 23, 2024

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Wild rice is returning to the Upper Mississippi

After decades of decline, this aquatic plant is booming in parts of Wisconsin

Ag & Water Desk Dec 18, 2024

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How whiskey barrels support conservation and the Desk's move into TV

The Desk finds new opportunities in TV and a look at whiskey's impact on forest conservation

Ag & Water Desk Dec 11, 2024

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Giving NewsDay at the Ag & Water Desk: Support our mighty oak!

This Giving Tuesday, support the Ag & Water Desk.

Ag & Water Desk Dec 3, 2024