Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

How a proposed highway project could affect Hmong farmers in Dakota County

Farmland and farm fields.
The Hmong American Farmers Association farm sits on both sides of U.S. 52 in Dakota County. But leaders are worried a road project could take away valuable land.
Jaida Grey Eagle | Sahan Journal file

A proposed road project in the southeastern metro is threatening to displace small families of farmers who are part of the Hmong American Farmers Association in Dakota County.

Sahan Journal climate and environment reporter Andrew Hazzard joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk more about his reporting on the issue. 

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