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The Defender Episode 77: Is Ethanol a Scam?

Is Ethanol a Scam?

June 15, 2026

What the rain and snow are telling about PFAS pollution in the Upper Midwest.…

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Pesticides in Wisconsin waters

May 6, 2026

Not all pesticides are created equal. Some are more toxic than others, posing greater risks to human health and wildlife.…

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Common Pesticides Used in Wisconsin & Potential Health Harms

December 17, 2025

Pesticides are widely used in Wisconsin to control weeds and pests that threaten crop yields, but their use comes with health, environmental, and ecological consequences. …

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Defender Episode 62: What to know about PFAS Pesticides

What to know about PFAS pesticides

December 15, 2025

A look what could soon be sprayed on food and farm fields across Wisconsin.…

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ducks swimming in a wetland area

Clean Water Act at risk!

December 9, 2025

House of Representatives has passed the destructive PERMIT Act, but the fight is not over! …

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Under the Lens: Pesticides in Wisconsin drinking water

November 16, 2025

Pesticides play a significant role in agriculture, however, their use comes with health, environmental, and ecological concerns.…

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Wisconsin Neonic Workgroup

July 8, 2025

Neonicotinoids, or neonics, are the most widely-used class of insecticides but are topic of growing concern due to their environmental impacts.…

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Pesticides and Our Bodies

June 16, 2025

What we know about the impacts of neonic pesticides on our bodies and how to limit exposure.…

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The hidden pesticides that could be lurking in your pollinator garden

June 9, 2025

How to make sure the flowers we buy are truly pollinator-friendly…

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The Truth About No Mow May

May 5, 2025

In this episode, Amy walks through a typical Wisconsin yard with pollinator expert Elizabeth Braatz.…

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