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Deer Liver PFAS Surveillance Results Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results from a statewide monitoring effort evaluating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) levels in the liver of white-tailed deer are now available. After studying the results of this sampling effort, the DNR and the Department of Health Services (DHS) are not recommending a statewide consumption advisory for PFAS in white-tailed deer liver.
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New DNR Waste Characterization Study Reveals Increase In Food Waste And Opportunities For Waste Reduction
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the release of its 2020-2021 statewide waste characterization study. The study provides valuable insight into what is going into Wisconsin landfills, and is a powerful planning tool for waste reduction and minimization efforts.
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DNR Announces CWD Response Plan Review
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the formation of a committee to review the state’s chronic wasting disease (CWD) response plan.
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Take Action To Reduce Algae Blooms In Wisconsin Waterbodies
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of blue-green algae risks and simple steps to help reduce algae blooms.
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Annual Drinking Water Report Shows Compliance Despite Pandemic Challenges
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released its 2020 Annual Drinking Water Report. The report shows compliance with the drinking water requirements and statewide efforts to help public water systems provide safe and adequate drinking water supplies throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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DNR To Host Public Meeting On Green Lake County CWD Response Plan Aug. 31
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that DNR staff and the Green Lake County Deer Advisory Council (CDAC) will hold a public meeting on the status of chronic wasting disease (CWD) and a response plan for sampling wild deer in Green Lake County. The meeting will take place Tuesday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 306, located at 518 Water St. in Green Lake.
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DNR Seeks Participants For Ruffed Grouse West Nile Virus Sampling
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters in the central and northern forests to participate in the final year of sampling for a multi-state study on West Nile virus found in ruffed grouse.
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Clean Boats, Clean Waters Grants Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it is accepting Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) grant applications for the 10th consecutive year to prevent aquatic invasive species statewide.
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Monarch Habitat Takes Off In Wisconsin
Wisconsin monarchs looking for milkweed to lay their eggs on will now find hundreds of thousands of more acres of habitat in Wisconsin thanks to voluntary efforts by organizations and individuals statewide, including representatives from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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DNR Seeking Public Comment On Updated Water Condition Lists
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that more than 80% of Wisconsin’s lakes and rivers recently assessed are healthy, continuing a trend of improved surface water quality across the state.