Dairy

The Oregon Department of Agriculture has rewritten its regulations on dairies, following pushback from some small farmers.

Last year, with the support of a broad coalition of farm and environmental advocacy groups, Oregon. Gov Tina Kotek signed into law a bill that significantly reformed how large animal farms operate in Oregon. Now, that coalition is asking the governor to continue regulating an industry that, in its view, fuels climate change, causes water and air pollution and exploits workers.

Oregon plans to begin enforcing regulations for small raw milk farmers. Now four of those dairies are suing, arguing the change could endanger their businesses.

Washington dairy farmers are beginning to use new technology that is transforming how time is spent on the farm. It's also helping provide much needed…