Iowa begins $4.9 million effort to reclaim 150 acres of mines;state says 7,195 acres restored

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The Iowa Department of Agriculture has launched a reclamation initiative targeting environmental challenges posed by abandoned coal mines. Covering approximately 150 acres in Mahaska and Marion counties, the project aims to revitalize water quality and enhance soil health in these areas. Past reclamation successes have notably improved local ecosystems, showcasing a dedicated effort to rehabilitat
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