Action Alerts

Welcome to the Land Stewardship Project Action Alerts page. The Land Stewardship Project periodically sends out Action Alerts that describe how citizens can make their voices heard on critical issues related to family farming, the environment and our rural communities.

Stevens County Approved a Mega-Dairy — Now Minnesotans Must Speak Up

Public Has Until Oct. 1 to Comment on Impacts of Mega-Dairies

September 2, 2026

On Tuesday, Sept. 1, Stevens County officials approved Riverview’s conditional use permit for the proposed West River Dairy expansion near Morris, Minn. This decision largely clears the way for what will become the largest concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in Minnesota history. Once completed, this 18,855-cow facility will be more than 60 times the size…  Read More →

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Next Steps in the Riverview Fight

Sign up for LSP's Digital Dairy Action Network

August 26, 2026

We wanted to share an important update from Stevens County, where Riverview LLP is seeking approval to expand its West River Dairy near Morris from 7,855 cows to 18,855 cows — a project that would make it the largest dairy facility and largest concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in Minnesota. On Aug. 19, the Stevens…  Read More →

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Submit Your Ag Legislative Ideas to the MDA Today

Let's Prioritize Soil Health, Farmland Access, Support for Small & Medium Farms, Water Quality

August 20, 2026

We currently have an important opportunity to support state policy that bolsters family farmers, clean water, healthy soil, and thriving rural communities. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has officially opened its 2027 Legislative Ideas Portal. Between now and Sept. 18, the MDA is gathering policy, program, and funding proposals from the community to help…  Read More →

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MPCA failed us. Now Stevens County must act. You can stand with them.

Public Hearing on Riverview Aug. 3 in Morris

August 3, 2026

In June, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency failed Minnesotans when it refused to require a full environmental impact statement (EIS) for Riverview LLP’s massive West River Dairy expansion in Stevens County. That decision left Stevens County families, farmers, neighbors, and local officials to face the risks of an operation that would hold more than 26,000…  Read More →

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Take Action: Tell MDA Industrial Dairies Hurt Family Farmers & Rural Communities

MDA Comment Period Open Through October 1.

July 23, 2026

Minnesota has a chance right now to stand up for independent dairy farmers, rural communities, and fair markets — but state decision-makers need to hear from us. Take action today: RSVP for a July 28 virtual public meeting and submit a written comment to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture between July 28 and October 1. The Minnesota Department…  Read More →

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Take Action TODAY! Tell Legislators to Vote “YES” for Agriculture Bill

Less Than 36 Hours Left in 2026 Legislative Session

May 16, 2026

NOTE: A vote was taken on this bill earlier than expected today (May 16) and unfortunately it was voted down. These provisions will not move forward this year. Thanks to everyone who contacted their legislators.   There are less than 36 hours left in this year’s Minnesota legislative session, and we still do not have…  Read More →

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Tell Your Legislators: Fund the SE MN Groundwater & Soil Health Initiative

Contact Lawmakers by May 14

May 11, 2026

Nitrate levels in southeastern Minnesota’s groundwater are a major problem — and thousands of families depend on that water for drinking. The good news: we have a proven solution. The Olmsted County Groundwater Protection and Soil Health Program has helped farmers reduce nitrate leaching across thousands of acres since 2023. Now, the Minnesota Legislature has an…  Read More →

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MPCA Needs to Set the Right Precedent for this Unprecedented CAFO

Tell the MPCA by May 7 that Industrial-Scale Projects Need Industrial-Scale Review

March 2, 2026

Minnesota’s largest dairy producer has applied to build the first livestock operation in the state to hold over 20,000 animal units. If built, the concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) will hold 18,855 dairy cattle, bringing the total animal units to 26,397 in one facility. This proposed operation is the first of its size in Minnesota.…  Read More →

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Tell Congress Farmers Need Real Relief & Real Solutions

If You Are a Farmer, Sign On to this Letter by Feb. 5 to Let Congress Know Band-Aid Solutions are not Enough

January 18, 2026

Last year was a tough one for most of us, and, based on recent events, it seems as if there’s little chance of reprieve for folks in agriculture. Farmers and ranchers experienced rising input costs and significant domestic and international market disruptions in 2025. To help address these problems, USDA is issuing $12 billion in…  Read More →

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Tell Congress: Support Market Access for Farmers by Funding Local Food Purchasing

Take 2 Minutes to Tell Congress to Support the "Local Farmers Feeding Our Community" Act

October 22, 2025

The Land Stewardship Project and our partners across the nation are calling on Congress to support investment in local foods for our communities. We need to keep the pressure up. Congressional members are responding to our demands for permanent investments for local foods in local nutrition programs. We need your help to keep up the…  Read More →

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