Since 2002, U.S. Fish and Wildlife has led the charge on oxbow restoration in Iowa, completing around 200 projects over two decades.
But recent years have seen a surge, with over 50 oxbows restored in just the past year or two—proof of their growing success in improving water quality, reducing flood risks, and supporting wildlife.
Brandon Iddings of the Iowa Soybean Association highlights how these nature-based solutions are gaining traction across the state.
Episode at https://bit.ly/IowaOxbows
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