Spring means spearfishing season for some of Wisconsin’s Native American tribes. We find out more about the tradition and the harassment some fishers face. Then, we hear from a group of southern Wisconsin farmers who are working to blend farming and environmental stewardship.
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Tribal rights to spearfish in Wisconsin
Attorney General Josh Kaul recently released a statement to remind Wisconsinites to respect tribal nations during spearfishing season. We talk with the president of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians about the fishing tradition and harassment issues.
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Farmers on the Rock push for environmentally friendly agriculture
We all need farmers to survive. But agriculture can contribute to water pollution, soil erosion and climate change. We talk with the president of Farmers on the Rock — a group of farmers in the Rock River watershed — about what they’re doing to lessen their impact on the land.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- John Johnson Sr. Guest
- Whilden Hughes Guest
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