With oil and gas prices at an all-time low, the BLM continues putting public lands out for bid to an industry that is in an economic tailspin, writes guest columnist Franz Camenzind, even as COVID-19 inhibits public participation.
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Stewardship pact gives Wyo more say on national forests
Agreement with federal agency calls for state role in ‘active management’ to combat fire threats, invasive weeds, but critics see it as a plan for more logging and industrial agriculture.
Posted inOpinion
Upper Green allotment should be national park, not feedlot
In response to recent WyoFile article, guest columnist George Wuerthner refutes ranchers’ claims of historic “rights” and argues the health of grizzly bears and rare fish should take priority.
Posted inenergy
Fed’s OK of 4,250-well gas field dodges water quality question
BLM approves Moneta Divide gas- and oilfield but leaves to state regulators vexing questions about how to dispose of millions of gallons of tainted water.
Posted inagriculture
Hyattville dam cost jumps 69% to $59M
Study finds poor foundation and materials, but irrigators’ costs won’t go up for 8,000-acre-foot project serving 33 subscribers.
