AG ​Nessel has reached a settlement (PDF) with Holloo Farms, a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in Calhoun County, to resolve allegations that the company violated environmental regulations and improperly discharged animal waste into state waters. As part of the settlement, Holloo Farms will pay $32,907 in civil fines and partial enforcement costs and will be required to perform groundwater monitoring at its dairy CAFO.

“Animal waste, when not managed properly, can contaminate our waters and threaten public health, which is why EGLE works tirelessly to ensure CAFOs comply with environmental laws. When these operations fail to take these laws seriously, my office will work alongside EGLE to hold them accountable and protect Michigan’s natural resources.” – AG Nessel