NOTICE - Date Change:
The annual meeting will be held on JULY 8, 2021 at
​6:00 PM at Isabel Memorial Park. Please bring a lawn chair.  If it is raining or high heat indexes, we'll meet at Isabel Church.  

Fulton County residents and citizens opposing the proposed mega-hog facilities managed by Professional Swine Management are asked to attend along with representatives from communities facing CAFO projects in their townships. Meetings are scheduled as needed in most cases.  Board meetings are scheduled as needed by the officers.

Need directions?  Click the links to find the meeting locations on Google Maps: Isabel Memorial Park, Isabel Church, or Elrod Schoolhouse.

Recent News
​Daily Ledger - ICCAW Article
​Community Word - Open Door for Illinois CAFOs 

Neighbors Opposing a Polluted Environment (N.O.P.E.) is a non-profit organization serving rural residents, family farmers, and concerned Fulton County citizens who are committed to safeguarding and protecting public health in addition to restoring local control over the placement of livestock-confinement in their neighborhoods and communities.

Visit the ABOUT US page to learn more about our organization or explore the resources in the LEARN MORE section to educate yourself about the issues regarding factory farms.

​Follow local and national efforts related to factory farms online and on Facebook:

• Socially Responsible Agriculture Project - Facing a factory farm in your community?  Visit their website for resources to help!
• Illinois Citizens for Clean Air & Water - A great resource for all Illinois communities facing issues with factory farms.
• Food & Water Watch (Midwest)- Stay up-to-date on the issues related to environmental issues that affect our food and water. 
• Crate Free Illinois - Visit their website for more details or download the app to help you find local sources for food!

Find local sources for your food ... Visit Crate Free Illinois and download the mobile app!