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Book Synopsis: Interested in the truth about Iowa and the Midwest's water quality? You won't get it from Iowa's agricultural and political leaders. Among midwestern Corn Belt states, Iowa contains some of the world's most productive farmland; the state frequently tops all others in harvested totals of corn and soybeans and has helped the U.S. be the world's largest producer of corn every year since at least 1961. Iowa also has a lot of animals that eat corn and soybeans. The state is first in egg and pork production and fifth in the number of feedlot cattle. Concentrating both cropland and livestock within the state has created efficiencies in production, transportation, fertilization, and accumulated wealth for a lucky few. The immensity of this production has come at a cost: soil erosion, the loss of wildlife habitat, a lack of public parks and recreation areas, foul air from animal waste, and especially degraded water. Iowa has over 70,000 miles of streams, and only 15 segments of these meet all the designated uses outlined under the Clean Water Act. The pollutants from Iowa's rivers ultimately drain to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico, part of which is killed off every summer by Corn Belt pollution from farms 1,500 miles upstream. More than 20% of Iowans drink water treated for the removal of nitrate–a regulated drinking water contaminant that results from corn and livestock production–and nearly 7,000 private wells are contaminated with this pollutant.
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Are you tired of the misleading information about agriculture and water quality in the Midwest? Look no further! Introducing 'The Swine Republic: Struggles with the Truth about Agriculture and Water Quality,' a groundbreaking book that uncovers the untold reality of Iowa's water issues.
As America's leading producer of corn, soybeans, pork, and eggs, Iowa's agricultural dominance comes at a price. Massive farming operations and concentrated livestock industries have taken their toll on the environment, leading to soil erosion, loss of wildlife habitat, and, most importantly, degraded water quality.
Did you know that Iowa's rivers carry pollutants that ultimately flow into the Gulf of Mexico, causing significant harm to marine life? Each summer, Corn Belt pollution from farms located 1,500 miles upstream kills off parts of the Gulf. It's time to expose this inconvenient truth and take action!
With 'The Swine Republic,' you'll gain valuable insights into the detrimental effects of intensive farming and livestock practices on water systems. By shedding light on the regulatory shortcomings and industry influence, this book gives a voice to those affected by corn and livestock production, allowing readers like you to understand the severity of the situation.
Join us in the quest for change! Get your copy of 'The Swine Republic' today and learn how you can make a difference in safeguarding our water resources. Together, we can hold agricultural and political leaders accountable and demand sustainable solutions for a healthier future.
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