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Irrigation is the fastest growing use of groundwater, and an MPR News investigation broadcast this week chronicled how hundreds of farmers likely 

are pumping tens of thousands of gallons of water without DNR authorization or knowledge

 on Tuesday that would allow state officials to penalize anyone who uses large amounts of groundwater without a permit.

The measure would give the Department of Natural Resources authority to fine unpermitted groundwater users up to $20,000.

Today's Question: Do farmers need to do more to protect state’s groundwater resources?

Join an online chat with Ground Level project director Dave Peters for a look behind the irrigation investigation today at noon.

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Irrigation is the fastest growing use of groundwater, and an MPR News investigation broadcast this week chronicled how hundreds of farmers likely are pumping tens of thousands of gallons of water without DNR authorization or knowledge. The Minnesota Senate passed legislation on Tuesday that would allow state officials to penalize anyone who uses large amounts…

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